*The Lure of Wasli
When: Ongoing.
Where: The Colony, Lahore.
What is it about: Curated by Aasim Akhtar, The Lure of Wasli is a group exhibition featuring 11 visual artists.
*Guy Talk
When: January 13.
Where: Olo Junction, Muslim Town, Lahore.
What is it about: An Olomopolo Media production, in collaboration with the Embassy of Sweden in Pakistan, Guy Talk is a Raabia Qadir Zia concept, scripted by Farjad Nabi as a six-part series of video sketches that explore “honest, vulnerable and emotional conversations starring Sarmad Khoosat and Shehzad Ghias.” The series is produced by Kanwal Khoosat and Asil Baqa, and directed by Vicky Zhuang Yi-Yin and Talha Mufti. It is being promoted as “a step towards encouraging men to share experiences, fostering a deeper understanding of how societal norms can create an unhealthy environment… By encouraging open dialogue, Guy Talk aims to redefine masculinity, promoting emotional well-being, stronger relationships and active participation in all aspects of life.