One of the largest brands of Pakistan is in news these days for all the wrong reasons. The brand has been accused of mistreating their employees. Allegedly Khaadi has sacked scores of workers while they officially promised not to do so. A female workers has also been alleged to attempt suicide as she was penalised severely for taking a lunch break.

It has also been alleged that a skilled worker is paid just 13000 rupees while according to the standard set by government the minimum salary given to an unskilled worker should be 14000. Khaadi has just denied all these claims and labelled the allegations as a “conspiracy” against them. Khaadi issued the following statement on these claims:

Khaadi has viewed with concern the discussion on social media in recent days emanating from certain false news that have been spread and which seek to damage our reputation. Initially, our viewpoint was not to respond to what is nothing but malicious and libelous content, but we now feel we owe it to our patrons to clarify the matter. We therefore categorically confirm that Khaadi has NOT terminated 32 of its employees.

Another malicious story being spread and linked to the above is of the apparent attempted suicide of a young female worker. Why anyone should spread this outright lie is beyond understanding, but this just goes to show how some vested interests will stop at nothing to premeditatedly plan to try and cause reputational harm to Khaadi, and we intend to get to the bottom of this conspiracy.

Khaadi is a responsible corporate citizen. As a brand, we have endeavoured to maintain and adhere to the highest standards in all operations-which also includes following best practices with regard to our biggest assets, our employees. Our products are sourced through an array of third party suppliers. Khaadi has always endeavoured to promote our culture and heritage, and promote a positive image of Pakistan internationally, and will continue to do so.

Finally, we appeal to all to please do not share or spread news that is pure hearsay, or base your comments on speculative news, no matter shared by who, without fully knowing the facts yourself. We request this not only in the case of Khaadi, but as a general principle of social media engagement, as false rumours tend to escalate and can be quite damaging for others, whether it be brands or innocent people.

Whether Khaadi is speaking the truth or not the law will decide as workers have filed complaints against them!

We are not surprised to see the immense love our very own Saba Qamar is receiving from both sides of the border. Her Bollywood debut Hindi medium has bagged the star some serious spotlight for her inspiring performance opposite the illustrious Irrfan Khan.

#Hindimedium

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Saba Qamar managed to win the hearts of the audiences in India. Just recently, a Mumbai-based writer of Bollywood Hungama, named Faridoon Shahryar penned down an open letter to Saba expressing his proclamations of love for the diva.

The writer goes on to ask many questions to Saba Qamar on why she chose to do Hindi Medium and her experience in India.

Saba Qamar’s Hindi Medium has ranked 7th in the list of highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2017.

Regarded as one of the greatest bowlers of Pakistan, Wasim Akram is a name that doesn’t need any introduction. The undisputed king of swing has done many potential brand endorsements and appeared in an Almirah advertisement recently.

Almirah is one of the most renowned brands in Pakistan and there is no denying that. Recently, Almirah came up with an advertisement featuring Wasim Akram, however, the band majorly failed in trying to capture hearts of viewers because the advert is a copy of India’s Binani Cement endorsed by Amitabh Bachan in 2013.

Here’s Binani Cement’s 2013 ad feat. Amitabh Bachchan:

Have a look at Almirah’s ad feat. Wasim Akram:

While Wasim Akram looks impressive in the ad, we can’t help but notice that the creative idea for the ad was a rip-off.

Ramzan is the month of blessings but Ramzan shows have turned the holy month into prize-winning competitions. However, Pemra is taking action to finish this growing trend by restricting Gameshows to be aired only after 9 pm.

After Geo Tv, Pemra has now issued a legal notice to ARY Digital after the channel failed to comply with the watchdog’s orders and “Jeeto Pakistan” popular game show hosted by Fahad Mustafa was aired at 8 pm.

Pemra has asked the channel for a reply within 3 days and the CEO himself should appear before the High Court Islamabad.

رمضان گائیڈ لائنز کی خلاف ورزی پر اے آر وائی ڈیجیٹل کو اظہارِ وجوہ نوٹس جاری، ٹی وی چینل کو تین یوم میں جواب داخل کروانے کا حکم pic.twitter.com/L0CZlWu7mV

— Report PEMRA (@reportpemra) May 30, 2017

Back in 2000’s Ramzan transmission meant listening to naats and watching shows which interpreted the real meaning of Islam. Come 2017 and the audiences are silently praying for the return of sanity and secretly wondering what will the hosts do this Ramazan to sway the rating chart?

All the channels are playing it safe to have the highest TRP. So, let’s see who’s ruling the Trp charts this Ramzan.

This year, the top most popular leading hosts are of ARY Digital and Bol TV.

Bol Tv might just have guaranteed themselves a top spot on the ratings chart for Ramazan by locking deal with Amir Liaquat. While, the man of the moment, Fahad Mustafa continues to host his ever-popular game show, Jeeto Pakistan after Iftar.

At one hand, Bol’s game show ‘Aesay Nahi Chalega’ being hosted by Amir Liaquat is giving away mini airplanes. On the other hand, Ary Digital’s show ‘Jeeto Pakistan’ hosted by Fahad Mustafa is giving away around 10 cars per show.

ARY Digital has released its official ratings which also includes statistics of various other channels like Geo Entertainment, Hum TV and TV One. ARY leads with 379 GRPs for the 1st and 2nd of Ramadan transmissions 2017 for Shan e Ramzan and Jeeto Pakistan.

Meanwhile, Bol opened to the record-breaking rating of more than 50% viewership, becoming most watched Ramadan transmission watched in the country.

All in all, the trp charts makes us wonder who the real winner is!

Arif Lohar is the pride of Pakistan. The folk singer has worked tirelessly to warm his way into people’s hearts and for his music to make way into people’s souls. The government appreciated his efforts of promoting Pakistani folk music by awarding him with the Pride of Punjab award.

The award was given to him at an event arranged by Punjab Institute of Language Art and Culture in Lahore. A cash amount of three hundred thousand rupees was given to the dedicated singer as a further  token of appreciation and support. Arif has not only worked for the Pakistani music industry but also worked in several Punjabi movies.

The kind-hearted singer thanked Punjab government for giving him the honour and hoped that his fellow singers will also benefit from this policy.

Recently Fahad Mustafa praised Amir Liaqat on live television during a running of his show Jeeto Pakistan. He stopped midway through the show and told the audience to clap, with him, for Amir Liaqat and it was quite obvious that the crowd seemed perplexed at first. He went on to say ‘Chai aap manain na manain, aap (Amir Liaqat) ka aur mera rishta likh diya gaya hai’, adding that ‘ab aap ko mein acha lagoon na lagoon aap ko mujhay bardash karna paray ga kyun k mein aap say dil say muhabbat karta hoon‘. The unexpected display of affection for Amir Liaqat from Fahad Mustafa’s side in no time received a reply from none other than Amir Liaqat himself. The infamous host dedicated a ‘yeh cheez‘ to Fahad and further said ‘agar Fahad aik kadam agay barhain gain tou mein unhay apnay seenay say lagaon ga‘. Watch the full video here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=79-jpJPYCXA

The multifaceted actress Sumbul Iqbal is coming out of her comfort zone to do more challenging roles. The actress who is often termed Pakistani television fraternity’s favourite damsel in distress is coming back to our TV screens with upcoming drama Aik Thi Rania.

Woh Palken Jhukana Woh Tera Sharamana Koi Tujhse Seekhe Dil Ko Churana ❣️ Ek thi rania #comingsoon #geotv jewellery @samreenvance outfit @tenadurrani makeup @nabila_salon #sumbuliqbal

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Produced by 7th Sky Entertainment, Aik Thi Rania is based on a novel written by Madiha Shahid. It will be directed by Abdullah Badini.

Nevermind my chapped lips , the air in karachi is super dry ?

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She will be seen as a strong-willed university student who’ll face hurdles but will still stand up for her rights. Ek Thi Raina will air soon on Geo TV.

The handsome hunk, Hamza Ali Abbasi is known for holding strong opinions and speaking his mind. However, at times, his honest thoughts come as a refreshing change.

The actor who hosted a Ramzan show last year has ruled out the possibility of his participation in the Ramzan special transmissions this year during the holy month of Ramzan. He also took a jibe at media for not highlighting real issues.

Last year, Hamza Ali Abbasi landed himself in hot waters and got banned after calling for equal rights for minority Ahmadiyya community.

With the arrival of Ramazan, television channels sprinkle virtuous goodness, whether it’s in the form of game shows or Ramzan shows. However, Fahad Mustafa’s show, ‘Jeeto Pakistan’ has slayed all competition be it Amir Liaquat’s shows or other game shows which are completely blown out of proportion.

Fahad Mustafa’s show is certainly ruling the TRP charts beating all other games show, and the man is giving a tough time to all other popular hosts, predominantly Amir Liaquat.

However, just recently Fahad Mustafa did something which surprised us all. He stopped during his show and sent out his love for Amir Liaquat! Not believing us? See for yourself.

Fahad Mustafa is surely an admirable person and the audience is in awe of the actor and producer who has been part of some of the best television shows and movies as well.

Momina Mustehsan made waves in Pakistan with her songs in Coke Studio, and since then there has been no stopping her! The nation has become obsessed with the singer and we have just the news to make you adore her even more.

The singer who came into the public eye all of a sudden was a victim of depression. She was attacked on social media, and became a bit depressed and didn’t leave her room for a few days. With stardom, comes great trivialities and depression is one of them!

Momina Mustehsan is now taking an initiative to encourage people to talk about depression. She took to Instagram and shared the message,

Have any of you ever had anxiety? Have you ever experienced depression? I know I have! Did you reach out for help? Did you talk about it? Let’s start a dialogue. Let’s break the silence. I’m ready to talk. Are you?

Have any of you ever had #anxiety? Have you ever experienced #depression? I know I have! Did you reach out for help? Did you talk about it? Let's start a dialogue. Let's break the silence. I'm ready to talk :) are you? #PerfectlyImperfect ? @trupalpandya @heatherleighcullum @theanthonylamar

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Seems like the afreen afreen singer is starting a campaign against depression.

On set for @trupalpandya, photographing the lovely and prominent @mominamustehsan, a Pakistani singer and songwriter. MUA: @theanthonylamar • www.trupalpandya.com • #nikon #eggstudios #nyc #manhattan #photoshoot #mominamustehsan #pakistan #trupalpandya #portrait #visualsgang #theartofvisuals

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Adnan Malik who was loved by all as Khalil in Sadqay Tumhare and seen this year in Dil Banjara is all set to star in the movie cake starring Amina Sheikh and Sanam Saeed as sisters. The film also stars Faris Khalid and Hira hussain. The film is being termed as a family drama focusing on the story of two sisters. Adnan talked to images recently in an interview and had some interesting things to say. Check out!

Images: From an insider’s perspective, tell us why cine-goers should look forward to Cake’s release.

Adnan Malik: Because it’s a heartfelt story, beautifully told, with top-shelf performances. It’s honest, it’s funny and it’s touching. It’s not a film on the surface, but deals with family dynamics and relationships in the same way that I look at them.

I remember when I first read the script I was both laughing and had tears in my eyes. If reading a script can do that to you, if it can move you, and make you reflect on your own life and your own choices, then it’s something powerful.

I don’t act for fame, money or recognition; I do it because I have something to say. Something in the character needs to resonate with me, and Cake has definitely got something for everyone. I don’t think Pakistan has seen a film like this before. It’s hip, current, and will emotionally move you. And my character will totally surprise you.

Images: Is that what moved you to make your big screen debut with an apparently non-commercial; film like Cake?

Adnan: I think Cake is very much commercial. Internationally, look at Kapoor & Sons, it became popular because of its storyline. Cake’s independent in the sense that it doesn’t have a big production house backing it as of yet.

I think we all choose our own paths and at the end of the day, I for one, only want to do projects that allow me to express my worldview, or a worldview that I resonate with. Performance should always work at two levels, what it seems to be and what it actually is.

Images: Tell us a bit about your experience shooting with co-stars, Sanam Saeed and Aamina Sheikh, and director, Asim Abbasi.

Adnan: Sanam and I had just came out of a project together and I feel she’s very professional, always well-prepared. She’s a class act. I’ve known Aamina for very long as well, we hosted a segment together at a recent award show and I directed her in a video called ‘My Punjabi Love for You’. I really like her emotional rawness and I do learn a lot from the both of them.

We all instantly created our own world and I share great chemistry on and off-screen with the both of them. Even Ahmed sahab, Beo aunty, Faris and Hira are all very good. The film has been very intelligently cast. I think Asim’s a very disciplined and organised director. He’s also deeply intuitive. Since he’s also the writer, he was so deeply involved in the film, everything was considered beforehand. He actually worked on ‘untraining’ us from the drama-acting. We spent a couple of months rehearsing and he would never tell us to do things one way or the other. He wanted us to own the characters and make choices from within that discovered space. It was about being present and feeling the moments. It was a real pleasure working with him and learning from him.

Images: What can one expect in terms of execution, considering that Asim and his team are from London?

Adnan: Well Cake had a very young and fresh atmosphere on set with well read and well exposed people and everyone was treated as an equal. The cinematographer is the incredibly talented Mo Azmi, so I trust the team because I know they’re thorough professionals. Cake is by no means a small film, it looks great and despite being directed by a first-timer, I think the film will have a ‘seasoned’ feel.

At the end of the day, I would always watch a movie for its story and performances and this film is strong on both those fronts. I am excited to see myself on the big screen, but what I’m more excited about is what my character stands for. I think the audiences will have a strong and hopefully a positive reaction to him.

Cake is a really cool film that will hopefully appeal to people of all age groups and not only in Pakistan. I feel it’s one of those very few films that will give local cinema a face internationally. It’s real, it’s funny, it’s sad and that’s why it’s called Cake – it has so many layers to it.

Cake marks Adnan Malik’s film debut and is directed by Asim Abbasi. The film will hopefully release this year.

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The holy month of Ramazan is here and it’s the chance to enhance our knowledge about Islam.

With so many channels and shows these days, it is difficult to keep tabs on everything that’s being aired, however, Pemra doesn’t fail to stay active on a few matters, to say the least.

Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (Pemra) has issued show cause notices to three TV channels, including Geo Entertainment, for violating the guidelines regarding Ramazan transmission.

Pemra accused the channels of broadcasting the quiz programmes before 9 pm in violation of para V of the directions.

The watchdog had issued guidelines for media outlets to follow during the month of Ramazan and the notification stated that the game shows would not be aired on any channel before 9 PM. Moreover, the game shows will be banned completely during last ten days of Ramazan.

According to the news Fahad Mustafa’s Jeeto Pakistan has broken all the TRP records on the first day of Ramadan. The show left behind all other channels in the race.

With Amir Liaquat giving out helicopters this season Fahad’s SOCH LO still stood out as a winner. The show is as usual packed with prizes with the gold increased to 100 Tolas.

May be the world is more interested in Q-mobile ki car than Rehmaton bhari Iftaar! Share your thoughts on this!

The Ramzan show of every channel is the first thing that pops up on our screens as soon as we turn on the TV during the holy month of Ramzan. The content of these shows is becoming bizarre each passing year.

The host of Tv One’s Ramazan Transmission Sahir Lodhi has been running a Ramazan Transmission. Just recently, a young girl, challenged Quaid-e-Azam, the founder of the nation, during the speech segment in his show. Predominantly, Sahir Lodhi lost his control and stopped her speech immediately.

The victim of mockery was once again criticised on social media as some people thought that he overreacted.

While others appreciated him.

Urwa Hocane and Farhan Saeed are arguably the most iconic couple of Pakistan showbiz these days.This couple has a chemistry that leaves you hoping to find someone like them in your life. They make you believe in soulmate, match made in heaven and the romantic novels.  The on-screen couple of the super hit TV show Udaari, is ready to grace your TV screens again on Nadeem Baig’s telefilm this Eid-ul-Fitr.

Farhan and Urwa have played pretty intense roles in the past, but according to the director of the untitled telefilm, this telefilm will be unlike the roles these actors have played together in the past. This project’s script is majorly a comedic script but it entails romance and drama too. The plot is nothing special; a young couple wanting to get married but facing hindrances in their unity by the hands of their family. However, Mr.Baig promises that the way the script is written is what will leave the audience captivated and engaged. The fact that one of the real-life fan-favorite couples (OTP) is starring in it just makes this telefilm more interest worthy. Farhan and wifey, both have excelled in the field of acting, both separately and together.  It’s time to watch their ‘together’ magic again!

The photos that have been posted on the internet only make one more curious and excited about the project. Have a look yourself:

One should not only look forward to the Telefilm but also to the BTS pictures of the young couple that will hopefully be posted on social media!

The world has become a global village now, thanks to our friend ‘internet’. Second generation web-based technologies (Web 2.0) such as social media and networking sites are increasingly being used by celebrities to deliver their messages to their fans.

The arrival of the auspicious month of Ramadan has brought along heartiest wishes and greetings from many Pakistani celebrities. Let’s have a look at the Ramadan greetings that were posted on twitter by our beloved celebrities:

 Have a blessed Ramadan!

Ranked amongst the top grossing movies of Pakistan, Jawani Phir Nahi Ani was a lighthearted comedy which became the highest earning blockbuster film of 2015, breaking box-office records and reaping many coveted accolades. The stellar cast included Humayun Saeed, Hamza Ali Abbasi, Ayesha Khan, Mehwish Hayat, Sohail Ali Abro, Sarwat Gillani, Uzma Khan, Ahmed Ali Butt and Vasay Chaudhry in the lead roles.

In a recent interview with HSY, the JPNA star Hamza Ali Abbasi opened up about rejecting JPNA 2 and also slammed the rumours which stated that he left the film due to an ongoing rift between him and Humayun Saeed.

Here’s what he said:

“It was a mutual decision, we’re all friends and there are no issues between myself and Humayun!”

Hamza Ali Abbasi rejected JPNA 2 because:

“I don’t agree with the genre of it and won’t be doing it.”

JPNA 2 is slated to release next year. The prequel was a blockbuster and we’re sure the sequel will be no different!

Fawad Khan is undoubtedly the most successful Pakistani actor across the borders. After winning hearts with his striking performance in Kapoor & Sons, the star was set to give the Indian actors a run for their money. However, seems like Bollywood has no plans to uplift the ban on Pakistani celebrities working in India.

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Last year, a news surfaced that Fawad will be starring in Dharma Productions’ next venture opposite Katrina Kaif. The film titled Raat Baaki will be directed by Aditya Dhar under the banner of Karan Johar Films.

It was earlier reported that Fawad Khan will be replaced by Saif Ali Khan in the upcoming venture, however recent reports suggest that Karan Johar has plans of signing Salman Khan, replacing the Pakistani heartthrob opposite Katrina Kaif.

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A source told DNA, “While KJo’s next directorial will be with Ranbir Kapoor, he wants to produce a film with Salman and Katrina in the lead as he finds their chemistry sizzling. Earlier, the same film was to star Pakistani actor Fawad Khan along with Katrina, but with the ban on Pakistani actors during Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, that is not happening.”

He further added, “Hence, the film-maker was keen to rope in Salman. The script is being reworked for Dabangg Khan, to make the character more suitable to him. The pre-production work on the film has begun.”

Hamza Ali Abbasi always has the attention of the media, whether it’s about his career or his outrageous comments, he’s always making the headlines. Apart from being a versatile actor, he also has a strong social stance and what we truly love about him is that he has never shied away from speaking his heart out.

Hamza Ali Abbasi along with Mahira Khan graced the Tonite With HSY last night and made some revelations.

#humawards Here WE come!!! #bff #hamzaaliabbasi #aishakhan #maythebestmanwin ❤️

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Hamza spoke about his love life and said, “I’ve never been in love, I’ve had female friends, but never been in love with anyone!”

The internet is always filled with the rumours that Ayesha Khan and Hamza Ali Abbasi might be more than just friends. Hamza opened up about the rumour mill and shocked Mahira Khan, he said, “When Ayesha Khan gets married, I will be sitting right next to her, as a brother!”

P.s. sorry guys, I don’t have the link to the complete episode since it’s not available at dramasonline.