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Mahira Khan set to be Will Smith’s leading lady in Hollywood debut

Two-time Oscar-winning filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is all set to make her narrative feature directorial debut with  Brilliance . The upcoming film will be a Paramount Pictures adaptation of the Marcus Sakey novel. On the other hand, Hollywood star Will Smith will be producing the film under the banner of his company Westbrook Studios. Though the official announcement regarding the star cast is not made, it is being reported that that superstar Mahira Khan is in final talks to join the film. Mahira Khan is rumored to be in early talks to join Will Smith in Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoyʼs ‘BRILLIANCE’. The film focuses on a population where 1% is born with special gifts named “brilliants” as a gifted federal agent must stop a man intent on starting a civil war pic.twitter.com/XMEF3kH60J — Film Updates (@FilmUpdates) September 29, 2022  In a report, describing the premise of the film, the publication stated, “if 1% of the world’s children were born with powerful gifts, how would soci

International acclaim: Ali Sethi makes it to ‘TIME100 Next list’

Pakistani musician Ali Sethi, has been featured in the TIME100 Next list after churning a global chartbuster in the form of Coke Studio 14’s Pasoori. “Proud to be included in the 2022 TIME100 Next list — that too with a write-up from guru Amitav Ghosh. [In] this old-world portrait of me by Umar Nadeeem, I am wearing ZN ALI and looking  pyaar-se  [lovingly] at the pre-colonial past,” he wrote on his Insta while sharing the news. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ali Sethi (@alisethiofficial) The American magazine stated that Sethi’s song Pasoori has become a global sensation with close to 400 million views on YouTube. Even more remarkable, the song has found a huge following in neighboring India despite the escalating tensions between the two neighbouring countries. “Sethi’s great gift is that he is able to use an ancient form of music from the region, the classical raga, to challenge and expand notions of gender, sexuality,

‘Worst projection’: Zara Noor Abbas bashes Kim Kardashian for her latest video

Actor Zara Noor Abbas is currently garnering praise for her stellar dance performance at the Hum Style Awards. The Khamoshi star has often been frank about battling body shaming in the entertainment industry. Now the talented performer took to her Instagram stories to slam American model and entrepreneur Kim Kardashian for projecting uncomfortable and problematic beauty standards. Zara stated her opinion while sharing a video of the  Keeping up with the Kardashian  s diva. Kim was seen being severely uncomfortable and struggling to even walk up the stairs and sitting in her car because of her tight bodycon shimmery outfit. The reality star suffered a wardrobe malfunction at the Milan Fashion Week. The 41-year-old siren took to Instagram on Monday to share the hilarious moment she was forced to leap up a set of stairs in an extremely tight-fitting dress. Kim donned a figure-hugging silver Dolce and Gabbana gown, showing off her hourglass curves.    Kim uploaded the si

Mawra Hocane rings in 30th birthday with her ‘special’ people, oozes glamour

Actor Mawra Hocane shared adorable pictures of her fancy 30th birthday celebrations on her Instagram handle. The  ‘Jawaani Phir Nahi Aani 2’  star, who marked her special day in the presence of her close ones, including her alleged boyfriend, Ameer Gilani in Lahore. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mawra Hocane (hussain) (@mawrellous) With a 10-picture birthday picture dump, Hocane wrote, “Best Birthday eve with the Best ever!!!! ” The Sammi star looked absolutely gorgeous in a silver midi dress curated by the celebrity designer Hamza Anwar as she posed with her family and friends in front of a balloon backdrop at the homely celebrations. She styled the look with strappy stilettos and statement earrings while keeping the makeup simple and dewy, and her hair tied up in a high ponytail. Hocane’s elder sister Urwa was also spotted at the affair. View this post on Instagram

Has Shakira been sentenced to eight years in prison?

Grammy-winning singer Shakira is expected to face trial in Spain for alleged tax fraud against the Public Treasury of Spain, according to a resolution published on Tuesday. A judge in Barcelona ordered the case to move forward to trial, but a start date has not yet been set. Spanish prosecutors allege  Shakira  failed to pay personal income and wealth tax between 2012-2014, currently valued in the amount of about $15.8 million, which she has denied. Shakira called her accusations “false” in an interview with  Elle  magazine earlier this month, stating “I paid everything they said I owed, even before they filed a lawsuit. So as of today, I owe zero to them.” Spanish authorities allege she lived in Spain for over 183 days annually between 2011 and 2014, but Shakira denied that in her interview with Elle. Her attorneys have stated her primary residence during that time was in the Bahamas. “Shakira and her team consider that this case constitutes a total violation of her rights s

Fact Check: Ranveer Singh set to replace Shah Rukh Khan in ‘Don 3’?

Bollywood buffs created a frenzy on social media when director Farhan Akhtar revealed that he is working on the script for Don 3 . However, there has been overwhelming speculation about the cast of the much-awaited film. As per Indian media, the third installment of the acclaimed franchise will have Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan in key roles with Ranveer Singh playing an extended cameo. Contrary to social media speculation, Singh will not be replacing SRK in the film but will be doing a special part to make the film even bigger. A source revealed to Filmfare, “Farhan had an ambitious idea of getting Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan together in the third installment. Interestingly, Bachchan was the lead in the original Don (1978). It had a different ending and showed the good-natured Vijay surviving and Don dying, while SRK’s version showed vice versa. Hence, it’s not clear whether or not Big B was supposed to play the role from the original version. However, Farhan defini

Srha Asghar, Umer Murtaza announce pregnancy, share happy dance video

Television actor Srha Asghar and her husband Umer Murtaza have announced the news of the Pyaar Ke Sadqay star’s pregnancy on their Instagram handles. The couple has shared an adorable video in which they have announced their pregnancy, with a happy dance. Srha captioned the post as, “Our Family is growing by 2 feet and 1 heart…loading Dec 2022 ” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Srha Asgr. صرحا اصغر (@srhaasgr.official) Actor Zuhab Khan congratulated the couple on their special announcement. The couple tied the knot two years back in elegant attires. They looked evidently happy on their special day. As for her mayun ceremony, she oozed radiance in a green dress. The post Srha Asghar, Umer Murtaza announce pregnancy, share happy dance video appeared first on The Current .

‘I could deeply relate to Noor Mukadam, was going through a lot’: Tuba Anwar speaks her heart out

Actor Syeda Tuba Anwar recently discussed the problematic culture of victim blaming in an interview with BBC Urdu. The former wife of late televangelist Aamir Liaquat Hussain, has been quite vocal about how violence against women often ends up in harsh victim blaming instead of a strong judicial support system in the country. The starlet started campaigning for awareness regarding Noor MuKadam’s case especially because she could “relate” to the experience. While opening up about supporting the late Noor Mukadam , the Bichoo star said, “Noor Mukadam’s incident was one such incident which came at the point when I was going through a lot in my life, I could connect to Noor on another level, I had never met Noor but I felt very deeply for her, because there were a lot of things which I faced, probably, I can’t tell all things, I don’t know why people victim blame in our society.” Syeda added, “I believe I should raise my voice to educate people and I will keep on doing that”.

‘I had a rift with her’: Atif Aslam opens up about fight with Asha Bhosle

Superstar Atif Aslam has opened up about his experience in India and his tiff with legendary singer Asha Bhosle in the recent episode of Super Over with Ahmed Ali Butt . Butt questioned Woh Lamhe  singer about his dispute with legendary singer Asha Bhosle, to which the artist replied: “I had a rift with her in the start because of the show which we were part of. It was not a very friendly relationship and it went on, for some time. However, her daughter was my fan which is why she called me and told me that my daughter asked me why I have issues with such a handsome man and that if she likes him can’t I like him as well? After that statement, I have forgotten everything and forgive you for everything you said, it was so big of her that it won my heart.” Replying to the question asked by the host if the rifts were scripted or real, Atif Aslam revealed that all of it was real and that the show had to stop recording in between for four to five hours due to these issues. However, they wo

‘Tu jata hoga, Kaam se kaam rakh’: Yasir Hussain blasts troll for criticisim over Toronto trip, Sajal Aly reacts

Actor and director Yasir Hussain has hit out at a netizen for scrutinising him for attending Hum Awards in Toronto amidst flood crises in Pakistan. The social media user slammed Yasir for being in Canada while the country is battling the flood issue. The user also alleged Hussain of being a hypocrite. Yasir responded to the netizen by saying that, “I am here for work, like you must be going to your work place. Similarly how cricketers are playing cricket. Like cinema people are selling tickets.” Hussain concluded, “You also go, do your work.” A-list actress Sajal Aly was quick to react to Hussain’s post. The Alif star said, “Bilkul sahi (Totally right).” Last year Yasir slammed actress Nausheen Shah for her interview with Tabish Hashmi. The Jhooti actor took to social media and blasted the Dugdugi diva for bringing up the topic again in public domain. He has also warned her that next time he will upload the evidence on social media. The post ‘Tu jata hoga, Kaam se ka

‘Harassment, bad and immature behaviour ‘: Atiqa Odho schools Marriyum Aurangzeb’s trollers

Actor and politician Atiqa Odho took to her Instagram handle to school the people involved in trolling of PML-N’s Marriyum Aurangzeb. The senior politician, who is currently in London was verbally harassed by several PTI supporters at a coffee shop and on the road. The supporters shouted at Aurangzeb. The crowd also included women who used abusive language. The Pyar Ke Sadqay star wrote, “You may not agree with someone’s piolitics but harrassment of this nature is unacceptable as this is not the way to solve national issues.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Atiqa Odho (@atiqaodhoofficial) She added, “You achieve nothing with bad and immature behaviour. Don’t get carried away by emotion and lack of proof or correct information. Get your facts right, have evidence for them and then follow the law always. Otherwise you are playing with Pakistan’s future.” View this post on Instagram

‘Disgusted, heart broken’: Mawra Hocane raises voice for Sara Inam’s justice

Actor Mawra Hocane took to her Instagram handle to seek justice for Sara Inam’s tragic murder. The Sammi star wrote, “While we haven’t still achieved #JusticeForNoor & many many others, here’s another appeal for #JusticeForSarah. Heart broken. may Allah give patience to their families to deal with such gut wrenching tragedies.” She also commented, “Absolutely disgusted, let’s please raise our voices collectively louder & clearer than the previous times.” A harrowing murder took place in Islamabad on Friday morning. Daughter-in-law of senior journalist Ayaz Amir has been murdered in Islamabad. 37-year-old Sara was found murdered at a farm house in Chak Shahzad. According to details, journalist Ayaz Amir’s son Shah Nawaz killed his wife at their home with a gym dumbbell. After murdering her, the accused dumped her body in a bathtub. The police have arrested Shah Nawaz and the wife’s body has been sent to Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) for postmortem. As

Mareeha Safdar’s Turkish husband shares scintillating wedding videos

Actor and reality show Tamasha ‘s contestant, Mareeha Safdar is currently enjoying a wave of popularity due to her stint on the Pakistani version of Endemol’s Bigg Boss. Ulas Gokcek, Mareeha’s spouse, recently shared photos from their wedding. Safdar is dressed elegantly in pistachio green whereas Ulas looks decent in a tuxedo. The tied the knot a year ago. The two often indulge in PDA-filled conversations on Instagram. The Houseful 3 star recently interacted with him through a live chat on the reality show but introduced him to her co-contestants as her fiance. The post Mareeha Safdar’s Turkish husband shares scintillating wedding videos appeared first on The Current .

‘Woman killed, justice delayed is justice denied’: Mahira Khan highlights Sara Shahnawaz’s murder

Actor Mahira Khan has taken to her twitter handle to condemn the murder of Sara Shahnnawaz by her husband Shahnawaz Amir in Islamabad. The Raees star asked, “How long before we get any sort of justice for any woman who has been killed at the hands of rage and privilege?” she added, “Another long wait for justice. Justice delayed is justice denied. #JusticeForSarah” How long before we get any sort of justice for any woman who has been killed at the hands of rage and privilege. Another hashtag. Another long wait for justice. Justice delayed is justice denied. #JusticeForSarah — Mahira Khan (@TheMahiraKhan) September 23, 2022 A harrowing murder took place in Islamabad on Friday morning. Daughter-in-law of senior journalist Ayaz Amir has been murdered in Islamabad. 37-year-old Sara was found murdered at a farm house in Chak Shahzad. According to details, journalist Ayaz Amir’s son Shah Nawaz killed his wife at their home with a gym dumbbell. After murdering her, the accused du

Azfar Rehman withdraws from Hum Awards due to plight of flood crises in Pakistan

Actor Azfar Rehman has opted out of his participation in the 2022 HUM Awards in Canada to express solidarity with the flood victims in Pakistan. The Aatish star posted the news on Instagram on Friday. He said he has withdrawn “by choice with due respect to the coveted event”. “Sorry to disappoint my fans in Toronto Canada, I shall not be attending the HUM Awards this year even though I’m nominated in the best actor in a negative role category. I stand in solidarity with my brothers and sisters drowning in the floods. I request the authority at the awards to kindly donate my ticket and stay money to the flood relief,” he wrote, adding the hashtag Pakistan Zindabad. Celebrities like Ayesha Omar, Mehwish Hayat, Nadia Afgan, Ali Kazmi, Sadaf Kanwal and Shagufta Ejaz praised Rehman for his stance. The award show is currently being scrutinised on social media for its timing. Even senior politician Sharmila Faruqi recently schooled local celebrities (with the noted exception of Hadiqa

Emraan Hashmi praises Humaima Malick’s stellar look from Maula Jatt

Actor Humaima Malick recently shared her fiery look from the Fawad Khan starrer magnum-opus The Legend of Maula Jatt , which is slated for a release on October 13. View this post on Instagram A post shared by HUMAIMA MALICK (@humaimamalick) The Bol star garnered praise for her unique look in the film. Even Bollywood star Emraan Hashmi, who has previously worked with Humaima in Raja Natwarlal, praised her look with a comment on Instagram. Earlier this year, Malick opened up about the criticism she received by the public after she did a bold role in her Bollywood debut opposite Emraan Hashmi. The actress appeared on Nauman Ijaaz’s talk show, G Sarkar. The Bol star stated that although on a personal level she had a good experience working on the film and the Murder 2 actor is her friend however people bashed her by saying that she has gone from ‘ Bol to Bold’. “There was a lot of hatred for me as I performed the role of a bar