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Khushhal Khan Addresses Claims Over Wife’s Exit From Showbiz

Actor Khushhal Khan has denied pressuring his wife, Ramsha Khan, to leave acting and social media, saying the decision was entirely hers. In an interview, he explained that the couple wanted to announce their marriage privately, but unauthorised wedding footage was leaked online. He said the incident and subsequent backlash, including ethnically charged comments, left them both baffled. Read More…

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Rajab Butt Faces Backlash After Remarks About Durefishan Saleem

YouTuber Rajab Butt has drawn criticism after making a body-shaming remark about actor Durefishan Saleem during Ahmed Ali Butt’s podcast. The host faced scrutiny for not challenging the comment. Rajab has also sparked controversy over previous remarks and faced legal cases involving gambling app promotion, religious sentiments and an unlawfully kept lion cub. Read More…

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Pakistan Makes History With Oscar Documentary Selection

Mohammed Ali “Mo” Naqvi’s Hanging by a Wire has become the first documentary selected by Pakistan to represent the country in the Best International Feature Film category at the 2027 Academy Awards. The Pakistan Academy Selection Committee, led by Sana Zahra Jafri, included filmmakers, actors, producers and artists chosen for diverse experience and perspectives. Read More…

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Celebrities face backlash over pro-Palestine activism

Several international celebrities have faced professional consequences for publicly supporting Palestine. Actors Melissa Barrera and Susan Sarandon faced career setbacks, while rapper Macklemore was dropped from a tour after voicing support for Gaza. British duo Bob Vylan and Irish group Kneecap also faced cancellations and criticism over pro-Palestinian performances. Model Bella Hadid’s campaign was withdrawn following pressure on Adidas. Despite the backlash, many continued advocating for Palestinian rights. Read More…

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Could Harvard have been Zaryab’s real escape?

A key moment in Dar-e-Nijaat is Zaryab’s decision to sacrifice Harvard for Zamil, highlighting how deeply she prioritised their relationship. Yet the drama appears to steer her towards another man as a path to healing. Abu Bakr may be kind and decent, but Zaryab’s story could have been more powerful if she had chosen herself instead. Returning to Harvard, completing her education and rebuilding her life independently could have offered a different kind of happy ending. Read More…

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Parishae Adnan Faces Awkward Questions on Morning Show

Pakistani designer Parishae Adnan drew attention after host Nadia Khan questioned her about her gym videos and choice of activewear during a TV interview. Adnan had appeared on the show following her achievement of closing Flying Solo’s New York Fashion Week show with her collection Second Skin. She responded calmly, highlighting how her fitness journey has inspired others and focusing on her work and achievements. Read More…

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Indian Actor Mushtaq Khan Dies at 75

Indian actor and comedian Mushtaq Khan, widely remembered for his role as Ballu in Welcome, has died at 75, according to the Press Trust of India. His son said Khan had been battling cancer and died at a Mumbai hospital on Thursday. Khan appeared in more than 500 films, including Hera Pheri and Gadar: Ek Prem Katha. Colleagues Sunny Deol and Rajpal Yadav paid tribute to the veteran actor. Read More…

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Noor Jehan’s Centenary Prompts Calls for Greater Recognition

Pakistan marked the 100th birth anniversary of legendary singer Noor Jehan on Monday, but celebrations were reportedly limited. Her grandson, actor Ahmed Ali Butt, criticised the lack of official tributes and broader efforts to preserve artists’ legacies. Born in Kasur in 1926, Noor Jehan enjoyed a career spanning six decades and recorded thousands of songs in several languages. Read More…

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