Renowned Indian filmmaker, director, and television personality Karan Johar was left astonished last night during the IIFA Awards 2024 when his name was announced for a special honor. The award was presented to him in recognition of his significant contributions to Indian cinema. In a viral video from the event, Karan’s surprise is evident when international film icons Shah Rukh Khan and Vicky Kaushal call out his name for the award. Upon receiving the accolade, Karan graciously touches the feet of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, a gesture of respect and gratitude. Shah Rukh Khan, while inviting Karan to the…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
Pakistani-Canadian filmmaker and author Rubina Faisal believes that today’s moviegoers are discerning and enjoy new, innovative topics, emphasizing the need to present something fresh to the audience. In an interview with *Jang* during the premiere of her film “Beopari” in Canadian cinema, Rubina shared her experiences of making an Urdu film in Canada. She noted that the stories of immigrants are often poignant and instructive. The film’s cast includes Imran Bukhari, Farah Baig, Salman Arshad, and Sonia Sami, who expressed that the emergence of Urdu filmmaking in Canada is a positive sign. They highlighted that the film features numerous new…
Indian Punjabi rapper, singer, and musician Yo Yo Honey Singh has expressed his wish to visit Pakistan. Recently, at the vibrant IIFA Awards 2024 held in Dubai, various videos from the red carpet made waves on social media. In a viral video clip, when asked by a journalist what message he had for his Pakistani fans, Honey Singh responded, “My message to them is to pray that I come to Pakistan to perform soon.” When asked about his favorite Pakistani artists, the rapper mentioned several notable names. “I like Mehdi Hassan, Ghulam Ali, Butt Sahib, Ali Azmat, Atif Aslam, Mehwish…
Bollywood actress Kalki Koechlin has revealed that she once had multiple boyfriends at the same time. In a recent interview, the well-known actress shared her experience with polyamorous relationships, where one engages romantically with several partners simultaneously. Kalki stated that while she is now married and a mother to a daughter, she no longer has the time for such relationships. However, she acknowledged that she had explored this lifestyle in the past. “At that time, I wasn’t interested in serious relationships, so I approached them as an experience,” she explained. It’s noteworthy that Kalki Koechlin is also the former wife…
At the 9th Hum Awards held in London, actress Mawra Hocane and actor Hamza Sohail took home the titles of Best Actress and Best Actor for 2023, respectively. The event was a grand celebration, showcasing stunning performances from various stars of the entertainment industry. The ceremony kicked off on September 28 at 8 PM local time, honoring the talented actors, directors, and writers of dramas aired on the Hum TV network. Alongside Mawra and Hamza, Yumna Zaidi was recognized as the Best Actress of 2022, while Shahid Shafaat received the award for Best Director. Saifi Hassan was also honored as…
In Manchester, Indian singer Diljit Dosanjh captured hearts when a video of him gifting a special present to a Pakistani fan went viral on social media. During a concert in the UK, Diljit announced that he would be giving a gift to a lucky fan from the audience. When the name of a woman was drawn, she came up on stage to receive her surprise. Upon asking where she was from, the woman proudly replied, “I am from Pakistan.” Diljit responded warmly, saying, “For us, Pakistan and India are both equal. We hold respect and love for each other from…
Abu Dhabi: Bollywood’s king, Shah Rukh Khan, has candidly admitted to his desire for accolades. At the International Indian Film Academy Awards, he won the Best Actor award for his film *Jawan*. In his acceptance speech, Shah Rukh expressed his joy at returning to the film industry after four years. He shared that while he received immense love and happiness from fans, it still felt a bit lacking due to his long hiatus from acting. Shah Rukh further stated, “I really love awards. You could say I am greedy for awards. It feels great to receive all this recognition.” His…
Istanbul: A 26-year-old TikToker from Turkey, Kobra Aykut, tragically took her own life by jumping from the fifth floor of a residential building in Istanbul. The incident occurred on September 23, and authorities found a note at the scene, which they have taken into custody. The body has been sent for autopsy. In her last TikTok video, Kobra was seen cleaning her home balcony. In a poignant final post, she wrote, “My weight is decreasing every day. I don’t know what to do. I’ve tried everything, but I can’t gain weight. I need to gain weight urgently.” Kobra gained attention…
Mumbai: The Indian government has announced that veteran Bollywood actor Mithun Chakraborty will be awarded the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the highest honor in Indian cinema, recognizing his remarkable contributions to the industry. Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw, proudly shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), stating, “I am delighted to announce that legendary actor Mithun Chakraborty will receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for his outstanding services to Indian cinema. This award will be presented on October 8 at the 70th National Film Awards ceremony.” In an emotional response to the announcement, Mithun Chakraborty expressed, “I am…
Mumbai: In a bizarre incident in India, counterfeit currency notes worth ₹13 million (₹1.3 crore) were seized, bearing the image of Bollywood actor Anupam Kher instead of Mahatma Gandhi. According to Indian media, police in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, recovered the fake currency notes where the iconic image of Mahatma Gandhi had been replaced with that of Anupam Kher. Additionally, the notes featured “Rezol Bank of India” instead of the official “Reserve Bank of India.” A viral video on social media showed ₹500 notes with Anupam Kher’s face instead of Gandhi’s. Sharing the viral clip, Anupam Kher humorously commented, “My face on…
