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March 15, 2022
How far ‘swiping right’ can take you?
Despite strong social resistance and judgement on dating apps, they are still popular among youngsters in Pakistan. The question is how safe are...
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July 26, 2020
The story behind ZEE5’s Zindagi
Zee5 is headed by Zee Entertainment Enterprise, the entity that conceptualized Zindagi TV, a channel that introduced an array of Pakistani dramas to...
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July 12, 2020
The occasional actor
Presently, Madiha is essaying prominent roles in two ongoing drama serials, Muqaddar and Dushman e Jaan
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June 28, 2020
Will the State help or hinder Pakistan’s TV evolution?
Local television has long been criticized for poor quality of content and lack of diversity when it comes to telling stories. Most narratives these...
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June 21, 2020
Rocky road and the rising star
Pakistan’s entertainment industry welcomes new talent with open arms; some have an easy entry while others have to strive hard for it. Nepotism...
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May 10, 2020
How has COVID-19 affected the drama industry?
Every year, months ahead of the holy month, planning and preparation for Ramazan-special transmissions begins with full zeal. Channels are usually...
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April 05, 2020
Hira Mani, unfiltered
She’s a rising star, with a credible body of work to her credit. Titles like Yakeen Ka Safar, Sun Yaara, Thays, Dil Mom Ka Diya, Do Bol and Mere...
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March 26, 2020
Zahid Ahmed says Ghabrana Nahi Hai shoot delay was need of the hour
After garnering much acclaim for his TV performance in Ishq Zah e Naseeb, actor Zahid Ahmed is expected to make his film debut this year. The film,...
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March 25, 2020
Looking at a new season of drama serials
At least four new high profile TV productions are lined up to go on-air in the next couple of weeks.
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March 20, 2020
Ayeza Khan’s upcoming drama tackles divorce
Ayeza Khan, who received criticism and praise for her performance in the recently concluded Mere Paas Tum Ho, will be back on screens with another...
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March 18, 2020
Ehd e Wafa concludes; shines light on bond of friendship
Breaking away from social and domestic issues, the ISPR-sponsored drama serial had its highs and lows before coming to an end. Several strong...
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March 16, 2020
Bilal Abbas Khan and Yumna Zaidi win hearts with their versatility
In drama serial Pyar Ke Sadqay actors Bilal Abbas Khan and Yumna Zaidi have been cast in unusual roles. As Abdullah and Mahjabeen, they’re both...
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March 14, 2020
Junaid Khan on his character in Khuda Aur Mohabbat 3
Musician and actor Junaid Khan, who is gearing up for his film debut with Kahay Dil Jidhar later this year, is presently starring in a drama serial...
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March 14, 2020
First look of Ayeza Khan, Danish Taimoor from Meherposh, unveiled
Real-life couple as well as actors in the Pakistani television/film industry, Ayeza Khan and Danish Taimoor coming together for the first time in a...
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March 13, 2020
Baaji to screen at UKAFF 2020; Saqib Malik expresses gratitude
Saqib Malik’s debut feature film, Baaji, that features Meera Ji, Osman Khalid Butt, Amna Ilyas and Ali Kazmi in important roles and released in...
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March 12, 2020
Arts Council set to host the first laughter fest, this month
Keeping up with their aim to promote arts and culture in Pakistan while providing entertainment to the public, Arts Council is gearing up to host...
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March 11, 2020
Zarrar character teaser featuring Kiran Malik unveiled
Zarrar, the long delayed film, written and directed by Shaan Shahid, is finally expected to come out later this year. This was revealed with the...
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March 10, 2020
“Chakkar is a dark comedy,” says Ahsan Khan
Ahsan Khan has signed on for Yasir Nawaz’s next, tentatively titled Chakkar, that is expected to release later this year. Earlier, Feroze Khan,...
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March 09, 2020
Miracle in Cell No 7 premieres in Karachi; leaves viewers in tears
A Turkish adaptation of Korean movie called Miracle in Cell No 7 titled 7 Kogustaki Mucize will be showing in cinemas across Pakistan starting from...
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March 05, 2020
Aan is not a love triangle, says Haseeb Hasan
The director-producer claims that the upcoming film slated to release later this year and featuring Fawad Khan, Sanam Saeed and Zara Noor Abbas will...
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March 03, 2020
Wajahat Rauf confirms next film featuring Ali Rehman Khan
After Karachi Se Lahore, Lahore Se Aagey and Chhalawa, director-producer Wajahat Rauf is gearing up for his fourth film this year. Titled Parde Mein...
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March 02, 2020
Nashpati Prime set for online expansion
The world is moving at a rapid pace and so are people. With innovation in every field, one sees how the digital arena is also shaping up; things are...
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March 01, 2020
Will Pakistan’s cinema houses stand the test of hard times?
Three months into 2020, the state of cinemas in Pakistan looks bad. Over 30 films are scheduled to release this year but will they be enough to keep...
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February 28, 2020
Kahay Dil Jidhar may not release on Eid ul Fitr 2020
Junaid Khan and Mansha Pasha starrer Kahay Dil Jidhar was scheduled to release next month while the film’s teaser came out earlier this year in...
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February 27, 2020
Saba Qamar will begin shooting for Ghabrana Nahi Hai in April
Saba Qamar, whose last performance on television drama Cheekh attracted a lot of appreciation for the actress is expected to appear in not one but...
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February 21, 2020
First Women Leaders Awards acknowledge courageous, resilient women
Barrister Khadija Siddiqi, who was stabbed 23 times, received her award from Mahira Khan in recognition of her bravery and determination to stand...
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February 19, 2020
Faysal Qureshi picks up great reviews as Muqaddar goes on-air
The first episode, which introduced all key characters, hinted at major conflict that would emerge in the upcoming weeks.
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February 18, 2020
Is gender diversity important in newsrooms?
Research says that women dominate journalism schools but newsrooms are still a different story. You! takes a look...
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February 15, 2020
Ayeza Khan and Danish Taimoor to star together in a drama
Ayeza Khan and Danish Taimoor, a real-life couple, share an association with Pakistan’s entertainment industry for years. The two shared the...
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February 14, 2020
Faysal Qureshi on playing a powerful role in Muqaddar
Faysal Qureshi doesn’t need any introduction; the actor-host has been an integral part of Pakistan’s entertainment industry for decades with...
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February 10, 2020
Zahid Ahmed says there is no limit to creativity in the digital age
After impressing viewers with his performance in the recently concluded drama serial Ishq Zah e Naseeb, theatre-turned-TV actor Zahid Ahmed is...
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February 10, 2020
Sakina Samo to voice the unheard with debut feature, Intezaar (Waiting)
Featuring Khalid Ahmad, Samina Ahmed and Kaif Ghaznavi in key roles, the film is scheduled to release nationwide on March 20, this year.
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February 08, 2020
Haseena Moin’s Ankahi gets a theatre adaptation
Directed by Dawar Mehmood under Kopykats Productions, the play is adapted by Sajid Hasan and Saqib Sumeer with Amna Ilyas playing the protagonist,...
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February 05, 2020
Adab Festival 2020: Scriptwriters weigh in on the role of women in TV
The three-day festival took place last weekend at the Karachi Arts Council with artists, literature enthusiasts and media personnel in attendance.
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January 30, 2020
“I will not say that I regret doing MPTH.” – Adnan Siddiqui
Actor-producer Adnan Siddiqui was recently in the news for refraining to clap on a statement given by Khalil ur Rehman Qamar on national television,...
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January 30, 2020
Zahid Ahmed confirms debut film opposite Saba Qamar
Zahid Ahmed has mostly impressed viewers with his unconventional roles and brilliant performances on television, including drama serials Besharam,...
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January 29, 2020
Music overshadows food at Soul Fest 2020
Despite a decent turnout at the recently concluded three-day festival, Karachi enjoyed music more than food.
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January 27, 2020
Shooting of Money Back Guarantee finished, confirms Gohar Rasheed
One of the most anticipated films of the year 2020, Money Back Guarantee, written and directed by Faisal Qureshi has finished its shooting spell....
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January 26, 2020
The calendar of Pakistani film releases in 2020
Things may not always go according to plan in the Land of the Pure, but if they do then here are Pakistani films we’re looking forward to seeing...
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January 25, 2020
Amna Ilyas confirms her next film, Mastani, opposite Affan Waheed
Model turned actress Amna Ilyas has multiple film projects to her name including 7 Din Mohabbat In, Ready Steady No and Baaji that released in June...
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January 21, 2020
Ahsan Khan on his next drama serial, Bandhay Ek Dor Se
Ahsan Khan is having a good year. From ad campaigns to starring in drama serials such as Shahrukh Ki Saaliyan and Alif – where he has delivered a...
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January 20, 2020
Set for their film debuts in 2020
Instep looks at five prominent actors/singers who will be making their first big screen appearance this year.
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January 19, 2020
The nonconforming storyteller
Though Cake is Asim’s most prominent project as writer-director, his inherent love for filmmaking has existed long before
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January 17, 2020
Scriptwriter Rida Bilal screens her short film, Bachpan, at T2F
Featuring Sarmad Khoosat, Maria Mumtaz and others in key roles, the story highlights the impact of divorce on children.
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January 10, 2020
Introducing Nazish Jahangir
In an exclusive interview with Instep, the actress - who made her TV debut in 2017 – speaks about her journey in the industry and future projects.
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January 08, 2020
Is Pakistani audience ready for Iqra Aziz-starrer Jhooti?
Television in Pakistan is known to be a woman’s domain; it is not just about female characters but also audiences that mostly comprise women who...
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January 04, 2020
Teen romance takes centre stage in upcoming TV serial, Pyar Ke Sadqay
One of the drama serials expected to air in the first quarter of 2020 is Yumna Zaidi and Bilal Abbas Khan starrer Pyar Ke Sadqay. The first teaser...
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January 03, 2020
Mohammad Ahmed praises Bilal Abbas and Ahmed Ali Akbar
One actor who has appeared in numerous drama serials in 2019 is Mohammad Ahmed. From Suno Chanda to Deewar e Shab to Ruswai to the most prominent,...
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January 02, 2020
Shamoon Abbasi announces Delhi Gate for 2020
Actor-director Shamoon Abbasi, who directed Durj last year, has multiple big screen projects lined up for 2020. One of them is an upcoming film...
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January 02, 2020
The Donkey King to release in Colombia on January 9
Aziz Jindani’s animated feature, The Donkey King released in Pakistan on October 13, 2018, and generated decent figures at the local box office....
