KARACHI: A powerful new film portraying the heartbreaking final moments of a five-year-old Palestinian girl has shaken the Venice Film Festival, drawing the longest standing ovation in its history. Directed by Tunisian filmmaker Kaouther Ben Hania, “The Voice of Hind Rajab” received a 23-minute-50-second standing ovation, breaking all previous festival records. The film captures the last cries of Hind Rajab, …

KARACHI: Rising Pakistani actress Maria Malik has spoken candidly about the challenges women face in the entertainment industry, including harassment, during a recent interview on a YouTube channel. Reflecting on her early years in showbiz, Maria shared that when she first entered the industry three years ago, she wanted to play lead roles but was often offered supporting characters. She …

ISLAMABAD: Renowned Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane has shared a heartfelt piece of advice for young women preparing for their weddings, emphasizing simplicity and self-confidence over costly bridal attire. Speaking at the launch of a fashion brand, Mawra said brides should not feel pressured to compete with others or measure their happiness by the price of their wedding dress. “Brides shouldn’t …

KARACHI: Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s daughter, Suhana Khan, is reportedly facing legal complications over the purchase of agricultural land in Alibaug. According to media, Suhana bought farmland worth ₹12.91 crore from three sisters Anjali, Rekha, and Priya who had inherited the property. Reports claim that documents presented during the deal described Suhana as a “farmer,” a designation required under …

The Curfew, a Pakistani short film, will make its world premiere at the Venice Biennale tomorrow (September 4), serving as the festival’s only Pakistani selection this year. The Venice Biennale, also known as the Venice Film Festival, runs from August 27 to September 6. It is regarded as one of the ‘big three’ film festivals, alongside Cannes and Berlin. In …

ISLAMABAD: A district and sessions court in Islamabad has granted interim bail to Hassan Zahid, the accused in a case involving alleged abduction and death threats against TikToker Samia Hijab. The hearing was conducted by Additional District and Sessions Judge Aamir Zia, who approved Zahid’s bail against surety bonds worth Rs20,000. The court also directed the accused to join the …

KARACHI: Acclaimed Canadian actor Graham Greene, best known for his Oscar-nominated role as Kicking Bird in Dances With Wolves, has died at the age of 73 after a long illness. He passed away on Monday in a Toronto hospital, his representative confirmed. Greene, of Oneida First Nation and Canadian descent, carved out a decades-long career in film, television, and theatre, …

KARACHI: Popular Pakistani actress Sarah Khan has sparked conversation in the entertainment world by defending the importance of domestic chores. In a recent interview, Sarah highlighted that household responsibilities should not be looked down upon, adding that managing a home is just as valuable as professional work. The actress, admired for her performances in hit dramas, stressed that balancing career …

LAHORE: It has been 23 years since Ahmad Rahi, the celebrated poet, lyricist, and film writer who gave Pakistani cinema hundreds of timeless songs, bid farewell to his fans. Born as Ghulam Ahmad in Amritsar on November 13, 1923, Rahi moved to Lahore in 1940. He began his film career with the Punjabi movie Baeli, but it was the songs …

LAHORE; Indian Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has stepped forward to support flood-affected communities in Indian Punjab by adopting 10 villages for rehabilitation and relief work. The star announced that he would personally ensure that basic facilities, rebuilding, and assistance reach the people who have lost their homes and livelihoods due to recent floods. Known for his philanthropy as …

Lahore: Renowned Pakistani stage, TV, and film actor Anwar Ali passed away at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness, family sources confirmed on Monday. The veteran comedian and performer had been suffering from lung and kidney complications for several days and was under treatment. On Sunday night, his condition worsened and he was admitted to a hospital on …

Lahore, Sep 01: Popular Indian television actress Priya Marathe has passed away at the age of 38 after a long battle with cancer, Indian media reported on Sunday. According to reports, Priya breathed her last at her residence in Mumbai. She had been fighting cancer for an extended period. Priya, known for her performances in several Hindi and Marathi dramas, …

Lahore: The ongoing flooding in Lahore has damaged the home of renowned actress and singer Arifa Siddiqui, a video of which has gone viral on social media. Floodwaters from the swollen River Ravi entered a private housing society near Chuhang, submerging several houses, including Siddiqui’s residence. In a video shared on social media, Arifa Siddiqui can be seen alongside her …

House of the Dragon Season 3 will open directly after the dramatic conclusion of Season 2, with the long-anticipated Battle of the Gullet confirmed as the starting point. The Season 2 finale left multiple storylines unresolved. Alicent Hightower allowed Rhaenyra Targaryen to take King’s Landing, King Aegon II abandoned the city, Otto Hightower was seen imprisoned, and Rhaena Targaryen located …

Pakistani actress Maya Ali has made it clear that she won’t give in to social pressure when it comes to marriage. Speaking on a podcast recently, the Mann Mayal star shared her candid views on why tying the knot is a decision she wants to take on her own terms. We shouldn’t get married just because someone is asking why we haven’t …

Sabrina Carpenter is no stranger to sparking conversation, but her latest project, Man’s Best Friend, may be her most daring yet. Ahead of its release, the 26-year-old pop star openly admitted that the album isn’t made for what she calls the “pearl clutchers.” In fact, she suggested some listeners may only feel comfortable playing it in private. Speaking in a …

Maya Ali does not give into societal pressure. The actor recently made an appearance on podcast. The actor was asked about her plans for marriage and she shared her unapologetic take on it. “We shouldn’t get married simply because someone is asking why we haven’t done so yet,” she said. “Or if someone tells you to get married because you …

Imran Abbas refuses to listen to the opinions of people who ‘haven’t made it in life’. In a recent Instagram video shared over the weekend, the actor clapped back at Babrik Shah who said, “Imran Abbas does not look like a man.” In a recent appearance on Hina Niazi’s talk show Suno To Sahi, Babrik said that, “Imran Abbas does …

The 31-year-old singer and the 28-year-old model have faced many rumors about their crumbling marriage with fan also worrying about Justin in particular as he was apparently smoking marijuana. Now, the Baby hitmaker has ended all rumors of his rift with Hailey in several new family-oriented images, with the couple posing for a picture with their 15-month-old son, Jack Blues, in Idaho. …

Singer Nimra Mehra was forced to abruptly pause her performance during a concert in Sheikhupura after a disruptive attendee repeatedly shone a green laser into her eyes. The incident unfolded mid-performance, as a young man in the audience continuously aimed the laser directly at Nimra, visibly affecting her ability to continue singing. Clearly disturbed, she stopped the performance and addressed …

Taylor Swift’s engagement ring from Travis Kelce is dazzling fans and gemmologists alike, with speculation swirling that it may carry the singer’s lucky number, 13. The antique cushion-cut diamond, appraised between 10 and 15 carats, has been estimated at $650,000 and is already being hailed as one of the most symbolic celebrity rings in recent memory. According to gemmologist Deborah …

KARACHI: In a recent interview with Bollywood entertainment journalist, Faridoon Sheharyar, renowned playback singer Sonu Nigam revealed that his career gained significant momentum when he delivered his rendition of Acha Sila Diya Tune Mere Pyar Ka, originally by Atta Ullah Khan Esakhelvi. Sonu credited his success to the legacy of Esakhelvi. “He is a beautiful soul and holds great importance in …

Pakistani celebrity couple, Aiman Khan and Muneeb Butt, has been blessed with third daughter, Naimal Muneeb. The news was shared by Muneeb on Instagram, where he posted a touching welcome note on behalf of his elder daughters, Amal and Miral, for their newborn sister. “From the moment you arrived, you brought magic into our world. Your tiny hands, your sweet …

KARACHI: The mystery behind ‘D’, ‘K’ and ‘P’ is out! Last week Hasan Raheem dropped two more cryptic reels on Instagram, revealing the full form of the acronyms. “DIL KAY PARDAY is now loading,” he announced the name of the album in the caption. The singer dropped the second track from the album, “EXES” featuring a collaboration with the Young …

KARACHI: A new Bollywood track has sparked an unexpected debate online, with many pointing out that Danger, from an upcoming film, looks and sounds a lot like Laal Suit, the popular song from Pakistani drama Mannat Murad. The chatter is less about who did it better and more about whether Bollywood may have once again leaned too heavily on Pakistan’s creative pool. Laal …

Pakistani singer Ali Zafar has released his rendition of the Bollywood track Saiyaara, which he shared on Instagram. The cover quickly drew reactions from his fans. Explaining his inspiration, Zafar said he was moved after hearing an AI-generated version of the song performed in the voice of legendary playback singer Kishore Kumar, whom he regards as his all-time favourite. “Not many …

LONDON: Actor Helen Mirren, one of the stars of The Thursday Murder Club, a movie about a group of retirees who enjoy cracking unresolved murder cases, said it’s great to see older people’s life experiences celebrated on screen on Thursday. Eighty-year-old Mirren plays former spy Elizabeth Best in the new Netflix mystery, who along with her other impressive, retired friends – …

KARACHI: Indo-Canadian Pop rap icon Amritpal Singh or AP Dhillon returned last month with another single called “Thodi Si Daaru,” featuring guest singer Shreya Ghoshal. The chorus of this track makes you want to donate your headphones to a local charity. AP delivers a catchy and almost nursery rhyme-like vocal line “Thori si daaru mere andar aa gaii,” which is impactful …

MOHALI: Popular Punjabi comedian and actor Jaswinder Singh Bhalla passed away at the age of 65 on Friday. The Indian media reported that Bhalla’s family confirmed his death, stating that he was admitted to a hospital in Mohali after suffering a brain stroke, where he breathed his last on Friday morning. His funeral will be held on Saturday, August 23, at 12 p.m. in Mohali, and is expected …

Singer Perrie Edwards has announced her debut solo album, Perrie, which is scheduled for release on 26 September 2025. The news arrived alongside her new single, If He Wanted To He Would, co-written with Nina Nesbitt and The Nocturns. The single, which leans on live instrumentation, explores a toxic relationship from the perspective of a best friend. Its accompanying video, filmed inside …

KARACHI: Hackers have taken over the social media account of Pakistani puppet show, Pakkay Dost. The show’s creator, singer Bilal Maqsood, took to social media on Thursday and made the announcement. “Our Pakkay Dost YouTube channel has been hacked and is currently under someone else’s control,” he wrote. Bilal reassured viewers that the necessary course of action is in place. “We are already …

Renowned actress Mahira Khan has spoken about a frightening personal experience linked to the recent heavy rains and floods in Khyber Pakhtunkkhwa (K-P) in a post shared on Instagram. The actress revealed that she felt deeply anxious and helpless while returning from the tourist destination of Nathia Gali in Abbottabad. She said she feared at every moment that she might …

The video, posted on various Instagram pages, shows Saima dressed in blue trousers and a light green T-shirt, performing a dance sequence. From the setting, it appears the footage may have been recorded during the shooting of a film song, though it remains unclear which project it belongs to. One of the hashtags linked to the video is “Ishq-e-Lahore”, suggesting …

ISLAMABAD: Renowned actress Mahira Khan has revealed that she was in Nathia Gali, Abbottabad, during the recent wave of floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and faced moments of intense fear while returning from the hill station. In a post shared on her Instagram story, Mahira said she was traveling back from Nathia Gali when she felt overwhelmed by the threat of floods and landslides. “A day earlier, while returning, I …

MUMBAI: Bollywood dancer and model Malaika Arora, former wife of actor Arbaaz Khan, has revealed that she is open to the idea of a second marriage. In a recent interview, the 51-year-old star said that she continues to believe in love and has never said “no” to the possibility of marrying again. Reflecting on her first marriage, Malaika shared that she was very young when she tied the knot with Arbaaz …

LAHORE: The police on Monday lodged a case against model Azbia Khan and photographer Zain Shah after a video of their photoshoot at the historic Wazir Khan Mosque surfaced online. The reports said that the photoshoot sparked the public outrage. The footage, which went viral on social media, drew strong criticism from users who alleged that the sanctity of the mosque had been violated. Many demanded strict action, pointing out …

LAHORE: A local court in the Punjab capital on Sunday approved a two-day physical remand of famed YouTuber Saadur Rehman, widely known as Ducky Bhai, in a case linked to the alleged promotion of online gambling and betting applications. Ducky Bhai was arrested early Sunday at Lahore airport by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). The NCCIA presented him …

Pakistani actress Hania Aamir has brought pride to the nation by being ranked 6th in the list of the top 10 most beautiful actresses in the World for the years 2025–2026, released by the popular entertainment platform IMDb (Internet Movie Database). She is the only Pakistani to be featured in the list, making this achievement even more special. Hania Aamir …

KARACHI: Famous tv actress and host Fiza has criticized fellow artist and popular actress Veena Malik over controversial videos with young mem. A video clip from actress-host Fiza Ali’s television program has gone viral on social media. Both Fiza Ali and Veena Malik started their careers in the entertainment industry nearly two decades ago at a young age and have since made their mark as successful actresses and television hosts. Recently, Veena has been in the spotlight for posting …

Pakistani celebrities took to social media on the country’s 78th Independence Day to share messages of patriotism, hope, and unity, with many posting photos, videos, and personal reflections to mark the occasion. Humayun Saeed – acclaimed actor and producer, star of Punjab Nahi Jaungi and Netflix’s The Crown – and Samina Humayun Saeed – television producer – posed together dressed in green and white. …