Faisal Qureshi, a renowned Pakistani actor and host, recently opened up about his disappointment over not receiving the Sitara-e-Imtiaz award. In a podcast interview, Qureshi expressed his frustration when asked about not receiving the presidential award. He stated that he has already been nominated twice and has spent 33 years in the industry, yet he still hasn’t received the award. Qureshi joked that maybe he lacks calcium, which is why he hasn’t been awarded.
However, in a more serious tone, Qureshi asked himself why he hasn’t received the award and received emails from fans questioning the same. He emphasized that he is not a politician but a patriotic individual who would be honored to receive the award if it’s deserved. Qureshi’s comments have sparked a debate among fans and critics alike.
Meanwhile, actress Jia Ali has made headlines for her comments on the entertainment industry. In a recent conversation, she stated that women are often disregarded for speaking up. Naema Butt also shared her experience of being forced to shoot for a popular drama despite attending her deceased loved one’s funeral in New York.
Rabab Hashim, Rehema Nurin, and Bushra Ansari are some of the notable actresses who have made a name for themselves in the entertainment industry. However, controversy has surrounded the industry, with some stars facing criticism for their actions.
In other news, Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has posted a video on social media, which has quickly gone viral. The video features a message from Khan. Pakistani actors Ali Rehman and Hina Aftab have shared their experience of shooting romantic scenes for their upcoming drama.
Indian politician Thalapathy Vijay has accused his political rivals of spreading false information. Danish Taimoor has claimed that he has gained 40 million views on YouTube. Sajal Aly has been keeping her fans updated about her mother’s health.
In international news, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has spoken to the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Samia Suluhu Hassan has decided to limit the number of cars in her official convoy. Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has announced that Israel will expand its borders after the war.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has confirmed that direct negotiations with Israel have begun. Pakistani cricketer Babar Azam has achieved a milestone by scoring 12,000 runs in 338 innings, breaking Chris Gayle’s record.

