ISLAMABAD: As the Supreme Court’s July 12 ruling on reserved seats has brought into the spotlight 41 MNAs who ran as independents in the Feb 8 general election, the beleaguered PTI maintains that these individuals are steadfast party loyalists, not open to temptation or enticement. The full court’s judgement has reinvigorated PTI’s ranks and given independent candidates an opportunity to officially join the party line and strengthen the party’s footprint, both in the National Assembly and provincial assemblies. “None of these 41 MNAs will desert the party in this hour of need,” PTI’s Central Information Secretary Raoof Hasan told Dawn. He said the…
Author: Hasnain Abid Khanzada
ISLAMABAD: Former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, were acquitted in the Iddat case by a sessions court on Saturday, less than 24 hours after the Supreme Court ruled in favour of PTI on reserved seats. However, their relief was short-lived as the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) arrested Mr Khan on charges related to the sale of state gifts. Bushra Bibi was also rearrested in this case when she was being released from Gate No. 3 of Adiala Jail. Sources said that NAB took Bushra Bibi into custody after the bureau’s chairman issued arrest warrants for her and Mr…
Rita Ora opened up about her star-struck experience, working with Brandy on Descendants: The Rise of Red. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, the Your Song hitmaker got candid about sharing the screen with the person she idolized while growing up. “Oh my gosh, it’s crazy – I did a movie with Brandy!” the 33-year-old singer-songwriter and actress exclaimed. “I mean, I love her so much.” “I loved her music growing up, she was one of the vocalists that I would try and imitate every day in my bedroom,” she raved over Brandy. “And watching her Cinderella with Whitney Houston was so iconic…
Natalie Portman revealed her alternate career path if she would not be an actress. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly on Lady in the Lake premiere, the 43-year-old American actress shared her career plan B. “I think I’d be like Jane Goodall, living with animals in the wild,” the May December actress told the publication, referring to the avowed Zoologist. In the limited series, Portman stars alongside Moses Ingram, who plays Cleo Johnson. “It had two such incredible female roles, both women looking for their freedom in this incredible world of the 1960s in Baltimore, beautifully realised by all of our designers,” she said…
Jana Kramer, accompanied by former soccer player Allan Russell, exchanged vows in a heartfelt wedding ceremony held in his native Scotland over the weekend. The intimate event took place at Carnell Estate, with approximately 35 guests in attendance, as reported by People magazine. Speaking to the outlet, Kramer expressed the significance of celebrating their union for the sake of their children, Jolie and Jace, emphasizing the importance of a traditional wedding. She shared her excitement about walking down the aisle to Russell, highlighting their desire for a small, intimate affair that fulfilled their personal wishes. Prior to the ceremony, the…
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco recently unveiled intimate details of their relationship during a popular TikTok couple’s quiz. Nestled comfortably on a couch, the duo candidly answered a series of revealing questions that offered a glimpse into their personal dynamics. When questioned about their sleeping habits, he enveloped Selena from behind, indicating he takes the role of the ‘big spoon’ in bed. Discussing who is ‘more romantic,’ Benny confidently pointed to himself, while Selena responded playfully, gesturing uncertainty. However, the most poignant moment of the video arrived when prompted about who expressed ‘I love you’ first. The revelation added a…
Dia Nash did not want to take advantage of her famous mother, Niecy Nash-Betts, to kickstart her career. In an interview with People Magazine, the 24-year-old actress who costarred with her mother in Monster revealed how she established herself independently from her mother, 54. “I think I used a fake last name,” the Sister Wife Murder star recalled her first audition. “I want to do this as me,” she said to herself before the audition, to steer clear of any reason to connect her to her Emmy-winning mom. “After that, I just kept it because my last name just sounds so nice,” Dia said on…
Richard Simmons has passed away at the age of 76, reportedly at his residence in Los Angeles. According to ABC News, Simmons’ death occurred on Saturday, following a call to the Los Angeles Police Department from his housekeeper. Authorities have indicated that Simmons likely died of natural causes, and no foul play is suspected. The news comes just one day after Simmons celebrated his 76th birthday, having expressed gratitude to fans on Facebook for their messages of support. In his post, he wrote, “Thank you…I never got so many messages about my birthday in my life! I am sitting here…
Meghan Markle has reportedly earned a substantial six-figure sum from the global sale of her TV drama Suits, as revealed by The Mail on Sunday. Despite concluding in 2019, the series has seen a remarkable resurgence on Netflix, securing distribution in over 240 territories worldwide. This resurgence has resulted in repeat fees that have contributed to significant earnings for its cast, including Meghan Markle. NBCUniversal, managing the series’ sales, has not disclosed specific royalty details, but estimates suggest the Duchess of Sussex could have earned nearly $200,000 (£155,000) from Netflix alone. This income is in addition to what she earned per episode…
Timothee Chalamet has emerged as a significant figure in Hollywood, embodying emotional depth on screen and displaying a blend of goofiness, occasional shyness, and infectious enthusiasm off screen. During the September 2022 Venice Film Festival at Sala Casino, a large crowd eagerly awaited him, with fans screaming his name after waiting for hours in the hot sun Reflecting on his appeal, one admirer expressed admiration for having a “genuinely nice” Gen-Z star to look up to. Chalamet, hailed as Hollywood’s sensitive new star, faces allegations of diva behavior from insiders on the set of his upcoming Bob Dylan biopic, ‘A Complete Unknown.’…
