Harry Potter has a huge fan following around the globe. Pakistani Potterheads has taken their love for Harry Potter to another level and they have made Harry Potter fan film.
The Last Follower is first even fan-made Harry Potter film which is written by Waleed Akram and Umer Darr.
The movie has been filmed at GC University Lahore as Hogwarts and it looks pretty good.
The cast of the film includes; Umer Dar, Mariam Hassan Naqvi, Jazib Akram, Talha Chahour, Sheikh Mubashir, Dua Marium and Habib Chaudhry.
The trailer of the film is available on Youtube and the film will be screened in different universities and colleges and then it will be available on Youtube.
The movie is produced by Khayaali Production and they are famous for making music videos, short films and documentaries as well.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone was first published by Bloomsbury on June 26, 1997, making it 20 years old now. Only 500 hardcover copies were initially printed. Two decades later, over 450 million copies of books from the Harry Potter series have been sold around the world. It has truly become a global phenomenon.
On this milestone anniversary, celebrities along with the fans of Harry Potter all around the world showed their love for “The Boy Who LIved” on their social media accounts by posting posts related to it.
Furthermore, the hashtag #HarryPotter20, trended on twitter for the entire day worldwide. Facebook went a step ahead of twitter and on 26th June, mentioning the words “Harry Potter” or any house lit up with the respective house colour.
All the hype got us wondering, what would a Pakistani Harry Potter cast look like? Have a look at our answer:
Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Maryam Aurangzeb has revealed that the federal government will unveil Film Policy 2017 soon.
Addressing a press conference on Saturday, the minister said that the aim is to revive the film industry and benefit the artists’ community.
“It will not be like a switch on or switch off that will fix all issues instantly. It will have its implementation time as well. I am trying to keep this policy very straight forward or two to three pages of policy or some bullet points which can make a difference at all level,” she said.
“It will not be some research document that will just have words and words as it should have actions.”
“This policy might not in its first stage address to all. I am just looking at short-term multiplier impact including provision of equipment and tax relief,” she added.
The government of Pakistan is determined to revive film industry in the country and is taking a major initiative to form a policy.
Here is Pakistani Girls Reaction on Song Ja Tujhe Maaf Kiya of Drama DO BOL. Ja Tujhe maaf kiya song has been trending in Pakistani since very long. Here is a quick compilation of reactions on this song.
Pakistani society loves weddings and this is expressed every year when the whole season is dedicated just to weddings. Marriage is a beautiful institution and important for sure but it is not the end of the world. We have all seen many women going through physical and emotional abuse around us who remain in those toxic relationships due to society’s fear. A Pakistani woman Azima Ihsan is breaking these stereotypes but giving herself a second chance at life.
Azima Ihsan is a content creator and shared a video of herself dancing at a wedding. She danced to Coke Studio’s Maghroon Laa and revealed that she is divorced and still thriving. She wrote in a caption that she knew when she was walking out of a relationship that she will be judged and it still happens. But she is happy, thriving and literally dancing through life.
Here is the video of Azima that has broken the internet:
Some people on the internet criticized but majority sent good wishes her way and prayed that she remains happy in the years to come. This is how the internet reacted:
A young Pakistani girl Alishba is currently making waves on internet and media because of her voice which is surprisingly identical to the very popular and legendary Bollywood singer Lata Maneshkar. The girl has stunned the public with her iconic voice. Fans are in amusement after knowing about the talented singer who has an unbelievable resemblance with such a great singer Madam Lata.
The little girl surely has identical voice like Lata Mangeshkar and she is rightly giving the vibes of younger Lata Mangeshkar. She also sang a few of her songs and public found out an uncanny similarity in her voice right after listening to Lata’s songs in her voice. The young and talented girl Alishba hails from Karachi, Pakistan. Watch her videos in which she is singing.
Fans praised the little girl’s brilliant performance and have said that she’s exactly sounding similar to the legendary singer. They said that her sound is more like younger Lata Mangeshkar. A few YouTube users gave her salutes for giving perfect Lata Mangeshkar vibes. The little girl who sang Lata’s song earned a lot of public praise. She also got praise from an Indian internet user. Have a look at all the comments.
Pakistani entertainment industry always promote the amazing young talent especially. Lately, the talk shows are providing chances to the young Pakistani talented people to showcase their talent. Lately, a video from the famous show Mazaqraat is doing rounds on social media in which a girl is beautifully singing famous Pakistani song in her beautiful voice.
In the video, a girl from the crowd announced that she will sing the OST of Imran Ashraf’s drama Raqs E Bismil. She sang “Kadi Aa Mil Sanwal Yaar We” in her beautiful voice. Zahid Ahmed and Imran Ashraf could be seen stunned to hear her amazing voice. Watch the video:
Fans are liking her voice so much. They are showering praise to the talented singer. Mostly fans are suggesting her to pursue singing as a professional career. Fans also loved the pain in her voice. A few fans said that they want to hear more songs in her voice. Read the comments:
In the conservative society like Pakistan and India, opting for a love marriage still remains a challenging task, and the girls and boys encounter various difficulties in marrying the person of their choice due to multiple obstacles. We have observed girls and boys visiting shrines, religious figures, and distributing food to seek acceptance for their prayers of marrying their love interests. Currently, another Pakistani girl is making headlines for the same reason.
Well, a unique video of a Pakistani delivery boy Faiq Bhai is doing rounds on Tiktok in which he is distributing the Biryani to the needy people on the behalf of a Pakistani girl who wants to marry her lover. For that purpose, the girl instructed the delivery boy to get the chits printed from the press with her prayer written over them, the chits read, “plz pray that I get married to my lover this year”. Well, the delivery boy distributed the boxes of Biryani among the needy people”. Here is the link to the video:
The Tiktok users are coming up with hilarious reactions. Some are making fun of the girl’s act and are passing funny comments on her. Some prayed for her duas to be accepted. Many said that the people who got the boxes of food can’t even read what she has pasted on the boxes. A social media user wrote, “she loves her man, but he doesn’t lover her back, that’s why she is doing this effort “. Another Tiktok user wrote, “she should have spent this money on her boy so that he agrees to marry her”. Social media users are also saying that this kind of love is quite rare now. Here are the mixed comments which came under the video:
Pakistani girl celebrating divorce goes viral. The Pakistani girl who celebrated her divorce and posted the video on social media is getting backlash. Marriage is considered the strongest family institution in a Muslim society, especially in Pakistan. In the South Asian and Muslim countries, most marriages work well due to their strong family culture. Divorce is generally considered unacceptable for both men and women in these societies. Spouses often choose to resolve their issues rather than opting for divorce because ending a marriage is challenging for the families involved.
Recently, a video of a Pakistani girl celebrating her divorce has been circulating on Facebook. In the video, she cuts a cake with the caption “Happy Divorce” written on it. She also cuts her Nikah dupatta and embraces her future as a single woman.
Pakistani Girl Celebrates Divorce
Here is the link to the video:
The video is getting severe public backlash. The social media users are of the view that divorce is a very painful experience and it should not be celebrated like that, rather it should be condemned. A social media user wrote, ‘even if she was in an unhealthy relationship, the divorce should not be celebrated because such celebrations degrade a pious institution like marriage which protects the rights of women and is the basis of every civilized societies’. A social media user wrote, ‘maybe she needs to get married again to restore her faith in marriage and Allah”. Many said that the girl is just pretending to be happy but she looks sad and lost. Many were of the view that her husband is a lucky man who divorced a girl who is ridiculing the institution of marriage. Read the comments:
The trend set by one of the Ramazan transmissions has evolved into being one of the most popular programs on television. Be it Amir Liaqat, Fahad Mustafa, Fiza Ali, there is a whole series of such shows on almost every channel. Entertaining, aren’t they? However they are a question mark on not just media trends but also on ethical values as well as what do they portray about us as a nation. ‘Inam’ or prize seems such an appealing word , one to which we are instantly drawn. Game shows offer a so many of these-cars, bikes, gold, electronics and name anything. But have we thought about the deeper context of these shows. Apparently, no.
Here’s a simple question. Why do we like these shows? A spectrum of reasons may include that they offer relief, they are entertaining and above all, they are source of receiving gifts that normally would not have been possible. Isn’t it? Now let’s look at what happens in a game show. Games that seem so interesting , questions, dancing and all that pleases the audiences. But we haven’t noticed how absurd these games can be, how humiliating host’s attitude can be towards common people and how offensive the jokes can be. For e.g. in a certain game show where older men are invited to dance indeed is insulting in the sense that people who don’t know how to dance are made fun of and laughed at for their poor dancing skills. Other than this, there are a number of games that make no point and yet are played still like eating a whole cake in a minute. Al the while, offensive remarks is also made at the people present. Typical jokes such as how husbands suffer at their wives’ hands are repeated.
What’s worse still is how people beg for prizes. We all have seen women being stubborn to have a bike for their sons, people asking for Umrah tickets and the list goes on. The case in point is higher ratings in whose seek, moral limits are crossed. These shows are substantiating people’s desperateness and exploiting their needs. This explains why people would do anything just to get a bike.
Therefore, these game shows put our morality as well as priorities to question as to why we are so intimidated by a mere prize? Have we lost any sense of sanity that we’ll eat to the most in a minute without a thought and then have gastric problems? Why do we put everything behind just to win a prize? It is time for us to think if we’re heading on the right track and for the media to understand that such vulnerable methods do get a higher rating but undermine many important factors including audience’s self respect and esteem
Assuming that you could consume greatest number for gulab jamun to least could reasonably be expected time, cycling for your wives sitting behind you, move such as crazy, or ball juggling after that you are qualified will win An engine bicycle. fantastic isn’t it? We dwell to a culture loaded for people searching for short cuts to get rich. Now this is a disturbing pattern.
Seeing this present diversion, the inquiry arises; the thing that is behind these shows? This makes us get the reason these channels would something like that energetic will provide 800CC cars, engine bikes, jewel rings or Indeed BABIES? Yes! you listened it correct! Amir Liaquat Hussain done as much past demonstrate “Amman Ramzan” offered as far as babies to childless couples in the crowd.
May be that a publicity stunt for TRPs or was he truly intrigued by serving the people? Furthermore actually jokes indicate the ailing mindset.
Carrying on with game shows may be a stunning ticket on part of onlookers for enthusiastic exercises. Rating may be not all that. Ethical values Furthermore morals ought not a chance to be missed!
Life is unpredictable and death can come for you at every stage of life. Age does not decide the end of your time and this immortal truth about the human beings being mortal will always strike one hard. Losing a life is a tragedy for sure but losing somone at a very young age and when they were just in their prime bring more sadness and pain and that is what happened to Pakistani footballer Farhan Khan.
Farhan Khan was a young gun in the world of Pakistani football and he has also been selected in the U-19 team due to his spectacular performance. He used to play the game from the Airforce side nationally and he was a young, bright athlete of the country.
Farhan tragically lost his life in a road accident. He got into the accident and he was later taken to CMH but he could not survive the head injuries.
May Allah bless the soul of this young player and makes it easy to bear for his family!
Watching films on Eids has become quite a tradition in Pakistan and nearly all the films that became hits coming from the Pakistani cinema after revival have been released on Eid ul Adha. This year will also see some big films coming to cinemas including multistarrer Teri Mer Kahaniyaan, the new part of Allahyar and Mdaari to name a few. But many people cannot go to cinemas to watch new films, thanks to the back-breaking inflation in this country and a single ticket costing 800 Rs or more.
But many films are coming out on television and OTT platforms making them accessible to Pakistanis from the comfort of their homes. Big films like Tich Button starring Farhan Saeed, Iman Aly, Feroze Khan and Sonya Hussyn and Money Back Guarantee will stream on television this Eid ul Adha.
Here are the films you will be able to watch from home this Rid ul Adha:
Tich Button:
Qasim Ali Mureed directorial and Farhan Saeed, Iman Aly, Feroze Khan and Sonya HUssyn starrer Tich Button is all set for its World Television Premiere this Eid and most probably will air on Eid day 1 on ARY Digital.
Money Back Guarantee:
Money Back Guarantee just came out last Eid and viewers will be able to watch it on television screens already. It will be airing on Hum TV. The Fawad Khan starrer is also making its World Television Premiere.
London Nahi Jaunga:
Humayun Saeed and Mehwish Hayat starrer London nahi Jaunga will also screen on ARY Digital this Eid ul Adha.
Shotcut:
Shotcut is a PUnjabi film written and directed by Abu Aleeha. The film stars Sana Fakhar, Juggan Kazim, Gohar Rasheed, Nasim Vicky and Qaisar Piya. The film will be released on an OTT platform Chaupal which you will be able to watch at home.
It is one of the foremost duties of a platform, such as reviewit.pk to break all the news that are somehow related to the media industry of Pakistan without any delay and appreciate the work been done by our celebrities if it is worthy of praise. What we have today to share with you all is a great news that it will be finally this year that Pakistan will be making its entry in the Oscar Awards, which is exactly 50 years after it made its last entry.
Oscars are considered to be a dream come true for all the celebrities who earn fame, respect and applause from an entire world for their great work and now that we see our film-making industry flourishing, it is more than a delight to see our celebrities and best-selling movies to be nominated in Oscars.
As it is, the country will be producing four high-budget movies this Eid and the producers are hopeful for their success. As per the latest reveals, a committee of some veteran actors and experts has been framed who will be selecting the movies to be nominated in the Oscars. The deadline for the list of submission is announced to be October 1st.
The said committee will be headed by Oscar Award winner, Sharmeen Obaid who made the nation proud of herself with her film ‘The saving faces’. Moreover, you will see Mohsin Hamid, Mehreen Jabbar, Rahat Kazmi, Akifa Mian, Samina Peerzada and Framji Minwalla playing an important role in the committee.
There are certainly no second thoughts about the potentials of our emerging Film actors, yet, it is still an excited fact that they will be representing the nation on such a huge platform. India, being popular for its Bollywood industry has been nominated for its movies on and off and it is expected that this year, too, the neighboring rival will give Pakistani movies a tough competition in the niche of foreign language category.
Keep your fingers crossed for more news over the issue,
Film businesses, across the world, remained in loss from 2019 to 2021, due to the severe outbreak of Covid 19 pandemic. Now, life is back to the normal routine, film makers across the globe have successfully started releasing movies in cinemas.
In Pakistan, the markets seem to be lifeless as people most of do not trust film makers due to a few previously released films which could not attract the public. Despite the traditional behavior of the Pakistani audience, the producers and film makers of Pakistani films dared to put their hard work in creating some really amazing and entertainment-filled movies. Well, they also have taken the daring step and decided to release the movies this Eid UL Fitr. Around five movies are scheduled for release in Pakistan on Eid UL Fitr 2022.
Film Chakkar
Feature film Chakkar will be released on this Eid UL Fitr, the film features Ahsan Khan, Neelum Muneer, Javed Sheikh, Naveed Raza and Yasir Nawaz in it. The film is produced by popular celebrity couple Nida Yasir and Yasir Nawaz who have already produced big films like Wrong No. and Mehrunisa We Lub You. It is a murder thriller and mystery. Neelum Muneer fans are desperately waiting for her film Chakkar, the cast has also taken part in promotions of the film.
Film Ghabrana Nahi Ha
Star studded feature film Ghabrana Nahi Hai will also be released this Eid UL Fitr. The amazing cast includes Saba Qamar, Syed Jibran and Zahid Ahmed’s fans. The film is written by Mohsin Ali and it is directed by Saqib Khan. The film has been produced under the banner of JB Films helmed Jamil Baig and it has been co-produced by Hassan Zia. Afzal Khan Rambo and Nayyar Ijaz are also part of the film. There are a lot of comedy fixes in the film. The film already got its first star studded premier last night.
Film Parde Mein Rehne
Feature film Parde Mein Rehne Do is all set to release in cinemas on this Eid Ul Fitr. The movie is directed and produced by Wajahat Rauf. It stars the gorgeous Hania Aamir and the handsome Ali Rehman Khan in lead roles. The film has good music and an entertaining storyline. The cast is busy in promotions of the movie, the movie saw its first star studded premier last night.
Film Dum Mastam
Film Dum Mastam is also set to release this Eid UL Fitr. Dum Mastam is directed by Mohammed Ehteshamuddin, and produced by Adnan Siddiqui and Akhtar Hasnain under their banner Cereal Entertainment. Dum Mastam Movie is written by Amar Khan, herself who is also playing the leading role with Imran Ashraf in the film, the film is set to release on Eid ul Fitr May 2022 by Hum TV. Dum Mastam film is beautiful blend of love, laughter, music, and emotions.
Punjabi Film Tere Bajrey Di Rakhi
Punjabi Film Tere Bajrey Di Rakhi is also scheduled to be released on Eid UL Fitr 2022. Sohail malik, Raheel Malik Present the film for SSR Pictures. Tere Bajrey Di Rakhi is Releasing On Eid-Ul-Fitar All Across Pakistan. The film is written & Directed By: Syed Noor and it is poduced by Safdar Malik. The cast includes Saima Noor, Jannat Mirza, Babar Ali, Mustafa Qureshi, Amir Qureshi & Achi Khan. It will be debut film of the popular Tiktoker Jannat Mirza who has 18 million followers on Tiktok.
Film industry all over the world was the one of the worst hit industries during the pandemic. Many big budget movies were shifted to OTT platforms worldwide and the films went into huge losses. Pakistani film industry is relatively very new given its revival happened in the last decade and the calamity hit hard. Things are coming back to normal now and 5 Pakistani films released this Eid ul Fitr namely Ghabrana Nahi Hai, Parde Mein Rehne Do, Dum Mastam, Chakkar and Tere Bajrey Di Rakhi.
Another big film is releasing alongside them and it is none other than anticipated Marvel’s Dr. Strange in The Multiverse of Madness.
Due to the mega Hollywood release Pakistani films are being pulled off screens to give more space to Dr. Strange. This has really upset the producers who have voice their concerns at Karachi Arts Council. Nida Yasir and Shazia Wajahat also shared their concerns on Instagram with an appeal to support Pakistani cinema.
People on the other hand think that filmmakers should make content that can compete with Hollywood and also releasing too many films together was impractical as people cannot afford to watch all movies:
Pakistani film industry is progressing by leaps and bounds. Since the past few years Pakistani films have been getting recognition inside and outside the country because of their quality. The latest news is that two Pakistani films, Tamanaa and Good Morning Karachi were screened at the prestigious London Asian Film Festival. Tamanaa was screened on the 8th of June and Good Morning Karachi was screened on 14th June.
London Asian Film Festival also wanted to screen Josh but couldn’t do so because of technical reasons.
Pakistani cinema has been through many ups and downs after the infamous revival started. Not many films have made it big in cinemas and mostly what is suffering in this business model are cinemas as Pakistani films do not release for 6-8 months and then they all release together. The past few months saw a lull at the cinema but the screens are ready to roar back with back to back film releases.
Here are the three films that will be releasing in cinemas this December:
Dhai Chaal:
Dhai Chaal has been delayed multiple times but it will be releasing finally this December on the 8th. It stars Shamoon Abbasi, Ayesha Omar and Humayoun Ashraf. It will showcase Kulbushan Jadev story. Here is the trailer:
Gunjal:
Based on the infamous killing of child activist Iqbal Maseeh, Gunjal brings Ahmed Ali Akbar, Ahmed Ali Butt, Resham and Aamna Ilyas to the cinemas. This one looks interesting and well-made and it will be a treat for Ahmed Ali Akbar fans. Gunjal will be released in cinemas on 15th December 2023. Here is the trailer:
Chikkar:
Chikkar is bringing a strong star cast including Usman Mukhtar, Faryal Mehmood and Ushna Shah to the silver screens. The film looks intense and dark and here is the theatrical trailer:
The film is coming out on 22nd December.
Thus, December 2023 is going to be a big month for cinemas. Let’s see how the audiences respond!
Films are a great source of Entertainment for Pakistani viewers during the Eid days especially if these films air on the television channels. This Eid ul Azha, two Pakistani films Deemak and Love Guru are scheduled to release in the cinemas while many famous old films are also scheduled to be aired on television channels especially Hum TV is bringing popular films on all the three days of Eid to entertain the fans. Here is the list of Pakistani films airing on the television.
Nayab
Nayab is a movie that features two stellar actors Yumna Zaidi and Usama Khan in the leads. The film is about a female cricket player. The film will soon make a TV premier on Hum TV as well. Nayab is directed by Umair Nasir Ali and it also stars Noreen Gulwani, Fawad Khan, Javed Sheikh, Usama Khan, Huma Nawab, Ehteshamuddin, Adnan Siddiqui and Faryal Mehmood. Nayab will air at 3:30 pm on day 1 of Eid ul Azha on Hum TV.
Abhi
Abhi is a feature film of talented Pakistani actors Kubra Khan and Goher Mumtaz. The film features action and romance and it has been shot in beautiful locations of Northern Pakistan. The movie has been directed by Asad Mumtaz and it has been produced by Khalid Iqbal and Goher Mumtaz. The film is a GM productions presentation. Abhi will air at 8:00 pm on day 2 of Eid ul Azha on Hum TV.
Parwaaz Hai Junoon
Parwaaz Hai Junoon is a hit Pakistani film which is based on Pakistan Airforce. The film has an ensemble cast including Hamza Ali Abbasi, Shaz Khan, Ahad Raza Mir, Kubra Khan and Hania Amir. The film is written by Farhat Ishtiaq and it has been directed by Haseeb Hassan. Parwaaz Hai Junoon will air at 5:00 pm on Hum TV on day 3 of Eid ul Azha. Fans are eagerly waiting for Parwaaz Hai Junoon because of the current sentiments after winning from India in the recent conflict.
Parde Mein Rehne Do
Hania Aamir and Ali Rehman starrer Parde Mein Rehne Do will be aired second day of Eid on Geo.
Load Wedding
Fahad Mustafa and Mehwish Hayat starrer Load Wedding will be aired on Day 3 of Eid ul Azha on Geo.
London Nahi Jaunga
Mehwish Hayat, Humayun Saeed and Kubra Khan starrer London Nahi Jaunga will be aired on Day 2 on ARY Digital.
Tich Button
Iman Ali, Farhan Saeed, Sonya Hussyn and Feroze Khan starrer Tich Button will be aired on ARY Digital on Eid Day 3.
Five Pakistani films were released this year on Eid UL Fitr after 2019. A Hollywood movie Dr Strange also got released internationally on 6th May, right after Eid UL Fitr 2022.
Ghabrana Nahi Ha, Chakkar, Parde Main Rehne Do, Dum Mastam and Tere Bajre Di Raakhi were released on the Eid day. Well, the movies started with a good pace and earned decent amount in first few says but eventually the numbers saw decrease. The movies were automatically filtered by the audiences. In Pakistani movies, Ghabrana Nahi Hai topped the charts . Here are their earnings.
Ghabrana Nahi Hai
According to the numbers, Saba Qamar’s Ghabrana Nahi Hai is topping the charts with 7 crore plus PKR, the first day collections of the film were 95.5 lacs, taking the two days total to approximately 2.5 crores which crossed approximately 3 crores in one week.
Dum Mastam
According to the box office details, Dum Mastam’s earnings are approximately 6 crore PKR (5.8 million Rs). The film made 2 crore in its first week. It is also headed for an international release.
Parde Mein Rehne Do
“Parde Mein Rehne Do” collections are approximately 3 crore PKR, on the first day the movie earned 44 lacs while on the second day it earned 76 lacs PKR.
Chakkar
Chakkar’s collections are 2.30 crore it collected 28 lacs Pkr on day one and 54 lacs on day two. It showed a good growth on second day despite having lesser shows.
Tere Bajrey Di Rakhi
Tere Bajrey Di Rakhi earned 90 lacs which earned bigger numbers than Syed Noor’s previous film Chain Aye Na, which earned only 25 lac PKR.
Dr Strange
Dr Strange started with a hype and destroyed all the local movies’ businesses. In start it surpassed Pakistani movies’ total earnings. However, it also saw reduction in numbers in second week but it was still way ahead than the business of Pakistani films, it collected almost 13 crores in two weeks which is double earning of Pakistan’s most grosser Ghabrana Nahi Hai.
Public ranked Ghabrana Nahi Hai as a good movie. Dum Mastam as a better movie. A few fans praised Chakkar and Parde Main Rehne do too. Bajre Di Rakhi collected decent numbers. Dr Strange,was ranked the number one movie by public in terms of content & visual experience.
In past, Na Maloom Afrad, Punjab Nahi Jaungi, Wrong No, Lahore Say Agay Karachi say Lahore. Actor in Law earned well. Na Maloom Afraad 2 earned earned around 20 crore in total. Punjab Nahi Jaungi made 50 crore. Jawani Phir Nahi ani 2 earned 75 crore. They all were Eid releases.
The Pakistani Academy Selection Committee has invited all the local filmmakers to submit their nominations for impending Oscars. The movie will be selected in the “Foreign Language Film Award” Category at the 90th Academy Awards.
Films have been a good topic in the country in recent past. Some very good topics with strong cast and characters have started to flow in. This is why it is going to be the fourth consecutive year in which Pakistan is going to submit its nomination.
Previously, “Zinda Bhaag” was finally nominated in Oscars in 2013, while “Dukhtar” was submitted in 2014, “MOOR” in 2015, and “Mah-e-Mir” in 2016.
Pakistan’s committee has opened the submissions for all the filmmakers for reviewing, and it will close on 20th August, 2017 at 5PM. The nomination will be finalized and announced on September, for where it will go to Academy for reviewing.
All we can do is wish that we bring another Golden Lady home this year.
With the flourishment of Pakistani film industry in general, the image of the Pakistani film makers and directors have also significantly improved. Though there are once in a while that movies like Burning Faces and Waar are taken open hands by the international audience, there still seem some barriers for now. As per the latest reveal, Pakistan’s Karachi based filmmakers are now planning to come up with an international film which will have a multicast, including celebrities from different countries. It has been found that there are two upcoming movies which might have Shan Shahid as main lead. Qaisar Nizami is also found to be providing his next big project ‘Maalni’, an international market.
For more details, read the following piece of information.
Let us now see how far these filmmakers succeed in taking the Pakistani film industry to the next level of success.
When I personally go to watch a film I want to believe that the people who made it think this is the best movie in the world that they gave it their one hundred percent I need to experience that level of commitment but when I do not see that sincerity in a film it breaks my heart, it makes me feel like I wasted my time and money and as a movie aficionado I see it as an insult to both the cinema and the audience.
Sadly Pakistani film makers not only lack that sincerity but also are too insecure to deal with criticism. With the recent revival of cinema in Pakistan we are seeing all sorts of films these days from topics that highlight social vices to rom-coms and family dramas but the truth is we are a generation of movie watchers unlike our ancestors we experience cinema from all over the world and with our horizons being that widened we look at cinema differently now. Audience has stopped buying the redundancy, the same love sagas being shoved down our throats over decades are now only making us barf and film makers need to not only acknowledge this about their audience but also learn from it.
Here are some film makers who think the failure of their films to perform at box office is literally everyone’s fault but theirs.
1: Shaan Shahid
The film maker who recently went berserk over negative reviews was Shaan Shahid. Entertainment industry is a tricky business and there indeed are people and powers who do not want to see you succeed but how you deal with these hurdles and earn that success is what defines you but Shaan Shahid’s outburst over Arth-the destination’s failure was not only heartbreakingly disappointing but also childish. A veteran like him is expected to have the kind of temperament needed to deal with these situations but he rather acted like a spoiled brat who can not take “no” for an answer and took to his facebook to say this,
To top all this the Khuda Key Liye actor was also seen arguing with random twitteratis who didn’t think his film was as exceptional as he believed it to be. Being a fan I really expect the guy to man up a bit and take criticism like the veteran of his stature should in future.
2: Syed Noor
Syed Noor’s Chein Aye Na couldn’t even be called “mediocre” if you were being generous, the film looked like a desperate attempt to get back a throne that doesn’t belong to Syed Noor anymore. The critics obviously called out the film for bad cinematography and more importantly for romanticizing the same brat behavior that Syed Noor himself is guilty of. Like any other film maker with a bruised ego the director arranged a press conference at Karachi press club and blamed everyone except his stubbornness to not change and said,
“I spent seven months making a film in Karachi and have resolved to make all my upcoming films in Karachi. For Chain Aye Na, I was warned about the bloggers, who I was told don’t write positive reviews unless they are paid. I ignored them but I didn’t know the power of bloggers. My film is a simple love story. And they turned it into a film against women, all because of a slap. I must tell you that it was a slap of love, as all lovers do fight.”
As if this wasn’t enough the director blamed the failure on India and called it an Indian conspiracy, here’s a sincere advise to you sir, please quit being lazy and walk an extra mile to come up with a watchable film.
3: Sahir Lodhi
Sahir Lodhi has a taste for drama the guy creates it irrespective of whether it’s relevant or not so it was utterly not surprising when he couldn’t deal with criticism over his cinematic venture Raasta. To be honest Sahir Lodhi did make a fair point when he called out classism in his video he said,
“How dare you call Pakistanis cheap?… Who gives you that right to differentiate? Who are you to decide that the people who go to Nueplex or the people who go to Bambino are any different?”
Yet another bitter reality is that this video gained more views than his movie because it was beneath average. Albeit I certainly do not expect Sahir to take criticism well yet he can try it’s never too late to change and, I don’t know, “grow up” may be.
4: Yasir Nawaz
Ahhh the cringefest that Yasir Nawaz’s Mehrunisa V Lub U was and yet the guy thinks its the bloggers who should be blamed because well why not. At the launch of the trailer for Punjab Nahi Jaungi in July this year, Yasir Nawaz is reported to have hijacked the event’s regular programme for a couple of moments to share his distaste for bloggers.
“There are some bloggers here who only want to write negatively. We put a lot in our projects, and when you write negatively about them audiences decide not to watch the movie, instead of forming their own opinion.”
Thankfully, ARY CEO Jerjees Seja was quick to point out at the event that criticism is meant to be constructive so we didn’t have to.
5: Wajahat Rauf
Last but not the least Wajahat Rauf the guy who helmed Lahore Se Aagey also found it fit to remind everyone via a facebook status update that it’s the audience that matters and not the critics well we beg to differ sir it’s the ART that matters.
Well the audience pays money to watch these movies and has every right to expect film makers to do a better job, its not a social service and you’re not off the hook.
Self improvement is a never ending process, no matter how good you are at something you can always do better, so instead of lashing out at critics it’d be nice if our senior artists and film makers could put all that energy in making quality films. Let’s focus on art and let it heal all of us. Peace.
Cannes film festival 2022 is happening in Cannes France. A lot of international film makers took part in the festival with their amazing films. This year, Pakistani film makers got a chance to showcase their amazing movie Joyland which got immense praise and success. The team also received a standing ovation after screening.
The film Joyland stars Ali Junejo, Alina Khan, Rasti Farooq, Sarwat Gilani, Sohail Sameer, Salman Peerzada, and Sania Saeed. The film is directed by debutant director Saim Sadiq. The director was pleasured to receive immense success. Saim praised his team and said that the actors have given life to the characters. It was the first ever Pakistani film to have screened at Cannes. Joyland is a beautifully knitted tale of desire, acceptance and heartbreak. The story revolves around a jobless cis man who falls in love with a trans woman in a club. He decides to work with her and this shifts the family dynamics. Joyland is a simple story that narrates complexity of genders and tells the society’s dealing and particular individual’s attitude towards it.
Film Joyland, as a debutant film, gets all the deserving praise and standing ovation and it was a spine chilling moment for the cast. They all stood up in joy and warmth, the nervousness and happiness could be glimpsed on their faces. Sarmad Khoosat, Sarwat Gillani, Sania Saeed, Saim Sadiq and others from cast were too happy to receive standing ovation. Joyland is the only South Asian film which is chosen for screening at Cannes film festival. Here are emotional pictures and the videos.
Standing ovation for debuts can be so damn overwhelming … #joyland is a tender heartbreaker of a film … Reminding me of our own #Masaan back in 2015 … pic.twitter.com/LT1ILJzspo
Pakistani celebrities also celebrated the success of Pakistani film at Cannes and praised the movie makers and the team. Not only Pakistani but international film makers and critics also Tweeted about the well crafted and amazing tale, they were in awe of the journey of the characters of film. Here are the tweets related to film Joyland.
Pakistan’s most active film distribution, and production house ARY films will be showcasing 4 Pakistani movies at first Pakistan film festival organised by the Pakistani missions in New York on Dec 3rd & 4th.’It is a proud moment for Pakistan to be a part of this festival,and showcasing the brilliant work under ARY banners” stated Salman Iqbal founder and president of ARY digital network.
Lahore Sy Aagy & Dobara Phir Sy recently released under banner of ARY. In addition Sharmeen Obaid Chinnoy’s animated movie 3 Bahadur & Ho Mann Jahan will also be screened. It will be a star studded premiere to find out the viewership in NYC.
Sharmeen Obaid Chinnoy,Adeel Hussain,Mahira Khan,Saba Qamar,Hareem Farooqui,Sanam Saeed,Mawra Hocane & so many of artit community are all set for Pakistan Film Festival NEW YORK!!!
Pakistan is taking its first film festival to New York City to showcase local films and it’s called the Pakistan Film Festival New York.
“There will be UN dignitaries present at this event and we want to showcase the work and revival of the Pakistani film industry. Not to worry though, the festival is open to the public. You will just need to provide an identification card at the entrance,” Maleeha Lodhi tells Images.
She also shared that, “We are bringing some of Pakistan’s movies to New York so that diplomats from 193 countries at the UN also have an opportunity to see what the country’s entertainment industry is producing.
Maleeha is not only Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United Nations but also the promoter of the event which will screen productions in the presence of UN dignitaries as well as notable actors from Pakistan’s film industry.
The festival which will be held from December 3-4th and will screen the following films: Dobara Phir Se, Lahore Say Aagey, Actor in law, Pakistan’s Oscar nomination Mah e Meer, Academy award winner Sharmeen Obaid’s animated film 3 Bahadur, Dukhtar, Dance Kahani and Ho Mann Jahaan.
Dukhtaar is an award-winning feature film by Afia Nathaniel. It screend at the United Nations on Wednesday and sources revealed that it attracted a large audience.
Dr Maleeha Lodhi, Ambassador to the UN, organised this as a side event in the Trusteeship Council Chamber during the 61th annual session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW).
Ambassador Lodhi in her opening remarks said that the Pakistani film industry’s revival is being spearheaded by young filmmakers, including women, who are producing films on diverse topics, be it entertainment or social issues.
The ambassador introduced Khawar Mumtaz, chairperson of Pakistan’s National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW), who is also the mother of the lead actress in the film, Samiya Mumtaz.
The NCSW chairperson briefly talked about how her daughter developed interest in acting. Mumtaz said that her daughter was a dedicated actress and only acted in movies with an inspirational message.
Film director Afia Nathaniel said that the film is about a mother’s love and sacrifice to save her daughter from a child marriage. She also said that the film has a universal message and its exhibition at the UN will help build bridges and bring people together.
The event was attended by a large number of diplomats, UN Secretariat officials and the Pakistani diaspora. The Deputy Executive Director of UN women, Lakshmi Puri, was also present.
Last year, Oscar-winning Pakistani filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy’s documentary “A Girl in the River” was also screened to coincide with CSW.
Deemak is a horror movie released on Eid. The film was written by Ayesha Mazaffar and directed by Rafay Rashdi, with Syed Murad Ali serving as the producer. It features a stellar cast, including Faysal Quraishi, Sonya Hussyn, Samina Peerzada, Bushra Ansari, Saman Ansari, Javed Sheikh, and others. The story revolves around black magic and the paranormal behavior of people possessed in a haunted place. The film also marks the comeback of popular television and film actress Samina Peerzada after her acclaimed appearance in the drama serial Balaa.
According to box office reports, Deemak has so far collected 6 crore rupees and is performing decently. The film’s team celebrated its success with a party last night; however, fans and the general public have expressed critical and analytical opinions about the film.
The film viewers are not satisfied with the storytelling of Deemak. Many are saying that Deemak isn’t a proper horror genre rather it’s a psychological horror genre. A fan wrote, “Don’t watch it. It’s a complete waste of time. Only Samina Peerzada’s acting is better in the movie”. Another fan wrote, “It has stellar acting performances with weak and boring script”. A fan wrote, “It is a bad movie, one can watch cartoons instead of Deemak”. Another wrote, “I have just watched Deemak and it is one of the worst movies”. A fan said, “Pakistani dramas are way better than these cartoonish movies” A fan wrote, “Deemak shouldn’t have been released opposite Love Guru”. Another stated, “Samina Peerzada and Sonya Hussyn’s acting was fabulous. The story wasn’t that great. It could have been written in a better way. There was no proper backstory. They could have shown the actors as ghosts with good get up CGI was bad. It looked like a scene from cartoons.”
The sequel of blockbuster film Aina will begin shooting in September this year. The first instalment was a huge success and now we’re all set to witness the golden couple on our screens once again.
Aina 2 will be directed by Syed Noor, and the cast includes Nadeem Baig, Shabnam and Shahroze Sabzwari.
Here’s what the director, Syed Noor, had to say about the sequel:
“I’ve been contemplating Aina 2 for many years now. I recently discussed it with Nadeem and Shabnam and I think now is the right time to begin working on it,”
“Of course, Aina 2 will further the story told in Aina with the original star cast members as well as some new faces. Also, we’re planning on filming it in Canada this time.”
“At this point in the life of Pakistani cinema, I believe Aina 2 will be a good addition. I am still in the process of finalizing the details of the project. Hopefully, I’ll get to share them soon, once everything is sorted,” said Noor.
The Pakistani film Waar was highly appreciated by the film going audience. It was rated as the most expensive film ever made in Pakistan and it also won many awards. According to the news Faisal Bukhari’s upcoming film Sultanat is going to break that record because 22 crores were spent in making the film.
Mustafa Qureshi, who is a big name in Pakistani film industry said that the upcoming film Sultanat is going to set new standards for the filmmakers.
Pakistani Film Industry is growing by leaps and bounds. Most of the films that were a hit were filled with patriotism. The film “Freedom Sound” is no different. The film is all set to be released this year. The film has been produced by Sehban Zaidi, it has been directed by Nadir Hussain Shah and Sehban Zaidi. The story of the film is very interesting. The film shows the future, and tells the story of a man who sees Pakistan under the command of a powerful leader 30 years from now.
The visual effects of the film are provided by Lucid Studios in Pakistan and stars Adeel Hussain and Mehreen Raheel.
Saudia Arabia, is a country with no theater and cinema house and rarely appears in any entertainment headline. No entertainment is organized by Saudi government, however Asian Council General in Jeddah privately arranges a film festival every year.
This year films from Japan, India, Singapore, Brunei, Korea, Sri Lanka, Philippine, China, India, Bangladesh and Pakistan are showcased in the festival. From Pakistan, film Ramchand Pakistani is chosen for this festival. Ramchand Pakistani will be screened on Saturday 29th March 2014.
Ramchand Pakistani is directed by Mehreen Jabbar. Leading cast of film consists of Nandita Daas, Rashid Farooqi, Nauman Ejaz, Fazal and Maria Wasti.
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پاکستانی پروڈیوسر مہرین جبار کی فلم ’رام چند پاکستانی‘ ہفتے کے روز جدہ میں جاری ساتویں ایشین فلم فیسٹیول میں دکھائی جائے گی۔
سعودی عرب میں ایک بھی سنیما ہال نہیں ہے۔ نہ ہی وہاں سرکاری سطح پر کسی فلم یا اس سے جڑی کسی بھی سرگرمی کو پذیرائی ملتی ہے۔ البتہ، ایشین قونصلزجنرل کلب اپنے طور پر فیسٹیول کا اہتمام کرتا رہا ہے۔
سعودی عرب میں مقیم سینئر صحافی، شاہد نعیم نے وی اواے کو بتایا ’ساحلی شہر جدہ میں ان دنوں بھی اسی کے تحت ساتواں ایشین فلم فیسٹیول جاری ہے، جس میں ہفتے کو پاکستانی پروڈیوسر مہرین جبار کی ایوارڈ یافتہ فلم ’رام چند پاکستانی‘ کی نمائش ہوگی۔ ’رام چند‘ 2010ء میں بھی کئی ایوارڈز حاصل کرچکی ہے۔‘
فیسٹیول میں اب تک جاپان، برونائی، کوریا، ملیشیا، سری لنکا، فلپائن، چین، سنگاپوراور انڈونیشیا کی فلمیں دکھائی جا چکی ہیں۔
فیسٹیول میں بھارت کی جانب سے فلم ’بھاگ ملکھا بھاگ‘ اور بنگلہ دیش سے مشاہد الاسلام کی ’آماربندھو راشد‘ شرکت کے لئے بھیجی گئی ہے۔
جدہ میں مقیم پاکستانی قونصل جنرل پاکستان، آفتاب کھوکھرکا کہنا ہے ’اس فیسٹیول کا مقصد اپنے اپنے ملکوں کی ثقافت اور تہذیب کو ممبر ممالک کے سامنے پیش کرنا ہے، تاکہ یہ ممالک ایک دوسرے کے مزید قریب آسکیں۔‘
رام چندر پاکستانی میں بھارتی اداکارہ نندیتا داس، پاکستان کے راشد فاروقی، سید فضل حسین، نوید جبار اور فضل حسین نے مرکزی کردار ادا کئے ہیں
An upcoming Pakistani film ‘Azaadi’ starring Moammar Rana and Sonya Hussayn is making headlines across the border. Azaadi highlights the story of a man who sacrifices it all for the freedom of Kashmir and how his vision is carried forward by young people he inspires, the film will show the struggle of Kashmiris.
Hence, it did not go well with the neighbouring country. Indian media is not happy with the film because it highlights the issue of Kashmir and also because the actors working in the film have also worked in India before and according to them, are now featuring in an anti-India movie.
The news is highly exaggerated, as the reporters said:
“Azaadi is an unholy design to malign Kashmir and paint a picture that is far from facts!”
“Two of the lead actors have done several films in Bollywood. The lead actress is hoping to do a role in Bollywood, while they all are being part of the propaganda machinery in Pakistan to romanticize this cause”
Meanwhile, in an earlier interview with Dawn, the director Imran Malik revealed about the film:
“The film has elements of patriotism, a very powerful love story, some action scenes – a film has never been attempted on such a big canvas in Pakistan before”
Here’s the teaser of Azaadi:
Starring Nadeem Baig, Moammar Rana and Sonya Hussayn, Azaadi will mark the directorial debut of Imran Malik, the son of veteran film producer/director Pervez Malik. Imran has also written the story while his brother Irfan Malik has produced the film. Azaadi is expected to release this year.
Shaded lenses and an expensive eye makeup can make anyone look good by making their eyes the most beautiful feature. It has been said that eyes sometimes reveal more than the words or expressions can and when it comes to the entertainment industry, acting needs much of this beauty. Here are a few of actresses that possess beautiful eyes which are loved and adored by their followers.
Note: The list is based on my personal judgment; there is no intention of ranking any celebrity on the basis of their features!
So that was my list of most beautiful eyes that we see on screen, Share your views and add any if you have some examples in your mind.
Pakistani female celebrities just like many celebrities the world over, turn to tobacco and alcohol when they are out enjoying with their friends. Pakistani female celebrities however face much more criticism for doing so then the celebrities do in some other countries. The Pakistani people do not think that women should smoke. Drinking is seen as bad whether it is done by male or female celebrities. These Pakistani female celebrities have never talked about their smoking and also have never smoked openly in public but many of them were seem smoking and even drinking in the pictures which were exposed by people they were partying with. Many years back the female celebrities did not reply to such comments and criticism but now they reply to the critics.
Mahira Khan
Mahira Khan’s leaked pictures were controversial not only because she was smoking but also because she was doing it in the middle of the night with Ranbir Kapoor. In one of the leaked videos from her talk show TUC The Lighter Side Of Life, Mahira Khan was saying that she badly needed a smoke. Mahira Khan may not talk about her smoking openly but it is known fact that she smokes regularly
Saba Qamar
Saba Qamar answered the haters with this picture and asked why was it not okay for women to smoke. Saba Qamar also smokes and she does not feel the need to hide this.
Sarwat Gillani
A few pictures leaked few years ago showed Sarwat Gillani enjoyed a drink with cigarette which invited a lot of hate.
Urwa Hocane
Urwa Hocane is also known for her modern outlook but she was seen enjoys drinks with friend only once when the pictures from a friend’s wedding across the border went viral. Urwa was enjoying herself while she shared drinks with friends.
Humaima Malick
Humaima Malick is another bold Pakistani female celebrity who does not think she needs to answer anyone who questions those pictures in which she is seen smoking.
Ayesha Khan
Ayesha Khan’s leaked picture in a party in which she was smoking were a shocker for all those people who are used to seeing her in a totally different avatar on television.
Nausheen Shah
Nausheen Shah’s pictures from a private party revealed that she also smokes just like many other Pakistani female celebrities in this list. Nausheen Shah did not reply to those people who criticized these pictures because of her modern dressing and smoking.
Sana Tariq
Sana Tariq is a well-known television anchorperson who was also seen with a cigarette in her hand in a picture which quickly went viral and got all kind of criticism.
Sanam Baloch
Who would have thought that Sanam Baloch also smokes. Her image from dramas and hosting does not suggest that she is someone who would do so but she does.
Meera Sethi
Meera Sethi is an actress, model and a writer. She was seen enjoying a cigarette in one of her videos.
Amna Illyas
Amna Illyas is a popular model and actress. She was seen smoking backstage in one of her shows. She could not keep her smoking habits a secret like many other models.
Ayyan Ali
Ayyan Ali is someone who has been in the middle of many controversies and bold photo shoots with cigar is one of them! Models smoke to stay fit and we are guessing that is why Ayyan smokes too.
Veena Malik
Veena Malik, the queen of controversy does not shy away from showing that she not only smokes but also drinks.
Fans of Pakistani celebrities often wish that their favourite on-screen pairs could be together in real life. Lately, several of these celebs have tied the knot, much to the delight of their fans. Seeing them together makes their fans ecstatic, and they hope that these celebrities remain happy together forever.
We are witnessing a shift in the types of couples that are becoming more common nowadays. Traditionally, people who are of the same age tend to form relationships and get married, but this is no longer the norm. In recent times, many famous personalities are choosing to tie the knot with partners who have a significant age difference, particularly when the woman is older than the man.
Here is a list of female celebrities who married younger men.
Reham Khan
Reham Khan, a Pakistani host and writer, made headlines after her third marriage to Mirza Bilal. Reham Khan is quite open and expressive about her marriage to a younger man. She shared her opinion on the topic saying, “Society has no issues with an elder man marrying a younger lady, but they call out older women for marrying younger spouses”.
Yasra Rizvi
Yasra Rizvi, a brilliant Pakistani television and film actor who has appeared in numerous hit Pakistani dramas including Dunk, Manto, Aangan, and others, tied the knot with Abdul Hadi in 2016. Yasra is older than Abdul Hadi by ten years. Although she doesn’t look older than him in their wedding pictures, she openly speaks about their age difference with her husband. The couple has a lovely son and they respect each other’s personal space.
Bushra Ansari
Bushra Ansari, is a brilliant Pakistani television and film actor, host, and writer. She got married to the brilliant Pakistani director and actor Iqbal Hussain a few years ago. The couple met on the set of Seeta Bhagri. Bushra Ansari was previously married to Iqbal Ansari for thirty-six years. This is her second marriage. Bushra Ansari and Iqbal Hussain are of the view that age doesn’t matter if the two people have the same level of maturity. They think that society needs to get rid of the stigma related to marrying an older woman.
Arifa Siddiqui
Arifa Siddiqui is a brilliant Pakistani singer who has appeared in numerous hit Pakistani dramas. She also got married to Tabeer Ali after the death of her first husband, who was quite older than her. Her husband was in his late seventies when he passed away. Arifa Siddiqui and Tabeer share an amazing bond and are popular YouTube Vloggers.
Hina Rizvi
Hina Rizvi is known for her brilliant acting in famous Pakistani dramas. Her performances in dramas like Tishnagi Dil Ki, Umeed, College Gate Hari Hari Churiyaan, Neeli Zinda Hai, and Quddusi Sahab Ki Bewah were loved by the fans. Her latest claim to fame project was Fairy Tale 1 & 2. Hina Rizvi recently got married to a relatively younger man Ammar Ahmed Khan in an intimate and simple wedding event which was attended by her close family members and friends.
Fariha Parvaiz
Fariha Parvaiz and Nauman Javed tied the knot in 2016. They were close colleagues who decided to marry after developing an understanding of each other; however, their marriage didn’t work, and they parted ways within a year of getting married. Fariha Parvaiz and Nauman Javed are both single now. Fariha Parvaiz lives abroad.
Saba Hameed
Saba Hameed got married to Waseem Abbas after her divorce from her husband Parvaiz, with whom she had two kids, Meesha Shaafi and Faris Shaafi. Waseem Abbas was also married and a father when he chose Saba Hamid as a life partner. Saba Hamid is three years older than Waseem Abbas, which is a decent age gap. The two never talked about their marriage openly.
Madiha Rizvi
Madiha Rizvi is a popular Pakistani television actress who recently made headlines after her marriage. Madiha Rizvi has so far appeared in famous Pakistani dramas including Kahin Deep Jaley, Piya Naam Ka Diya and Mere Meherbaan, Aatish, and Parizaad. Madiha Rizvi is the daughter of veteran film and television actress Deeba Begum. In November 2022, Madiha Rizvi finalized divorce with her first husband Hassan Nauman. A few months ago, Madiha tied the knot with Junaid Ali Perwez with whom she shares a decent age gap. Madiha will soon turn 41 and her second husband JP was born in 1986 as per one of his Instagram post.
Trends of fashion have changed drastically in Pakistan in the previous few years. These changes are however greatly influenced by styles and fashion of Hollywood. Ironically Pakistani Fashion Industry (PDI) has multitudes of extraordinarily gifted designers who without any doubt have the abilities to compete and give tough competition to their competitors from all over the world. Yet all major brands in Pakistan and even designers are putting forward apparels and accessories that are highly influenced by western trends. Pakistani culture itself is very unique and highly diverse, without change everything becomes stagnant and consequently fades away but these changes should be according to our own requirements and values.
PDI has adopted many trends from Hollywood e.g. lace gown, nude color, and neon color; both in dresses and accessories, strapless or off shoulder dresses. These colors and trends don’t belong to a particular area or industry obviously but using them very frequently when they become popular in the west is copying. Any style which becomes prevalent in Hollywood becomes a rage in Pakistan after a year or two. Major Pakistani designers, brands and celebs are deliberately promoting this trend of imitation and copying. Kurtis now have been replaced by tops, shalwar and churidar by skinny jeans and frock and kameez by gowns, skirts and jumpsuits.
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We are losing our individuality and cultural heritage. PDI should burrow styles from international arena but instead of adopting those trends and styles they should be adapted in our unique and exclusive fashion. For example High low skirts and dresses that were and still are a rage in Hollywood have been taken by our designers and have been assimilated in frocks and kameez according to our culture. Adapting this style elegantly instead of copying it shows that it can be done with other trends as well.
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It is high time we should start taking pride in our culture and heritage and change it according to our needs and changing fashion trends instead of adopting foreign attire. Faiza Cheema
