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## Pakistan Showbiz: Baig Slams Khan in Dignity Debate
Pakistani singer Natasha Baig has ignited a prominent industry controversy by publicly criticizing veteran actress and host Nadia Khan. Baig lamented that while Khan was once a figure of beauty and grace, she appears to be “losing her dignity” over time.
Baig’s remarks came during a recent social media video response to a fan’s comment regarding the OST of the drama serial ‘Jin Ki Shadi, Un Ki Shadi.’ When asked about Nadia Khan’s perceived demeanor, Baig stated that she knew Khan primarily through her mother, who always spoke highly of the host.
“Nadia Khan was an excellent actress, host, and model during the initial phase of her career; she was very beautiful,” Baig said. “But as time passes, some stars lose their dignity, and Nadia Khan is unfortunately one of those people. This truly saddens me because I genuinely liked her immensely.”
The singer offered a heartfelt prayer, wishing that all industry figures could uphold the respect and status they achieved until their last breath. Users responding to the video largely agreed with Baig’s assessment, criticizing Khan’s recent conduct, with several speculating that Khan might have been “misguided” by others, explaining her apparent aversion to Baig’s music. One user commented that the TV host’s demeanor has become noticeably “strange” lately.
## Bollywood & International Cinema Digest
**Fraud Allegations Jails Filmmaker:** Renowned Bollywood filmmaker Vikram Bhatt and his wife, Shwetambari, have been remanded to judicial custody following their appearance in court regarding an alleged ₹30 crore fraud case. Their application for interim bail on medical grounds was rejected.
**Airline Woes and Travel Alternatives:** Veteran actor Anupam Kher opted for train travel after missing a connecting Indigo flight from Varanasi to Khajuraho, describing the rail experience as fascinating. Concurrently, actress Sonakshi Sinha publicly criticized India’s national carrier, Air India, after facing a six-hour delay on her 5 AM flight, though she subsequently deleted her critical post.
**Khan’s Self-Assessment:** Bollywood heavyweight Salman Khan stated in an interview that he does not consider himself a “great actor.”
## National Arts, Culture, and Social Affairs
**World Urdu Conference Announcement:** The Arts Council of Pakistan, Karachi, held a major press conference to announce the 18th World Urdu Conference 2025, scheduled over four days under the theme “Jashn-e-Pakistan.” The event briefing, held at Auditorium II, was led by President Muhammad Ahmed Shah and featured esteemed figures including poetess Zehra Nigah and academician Pirzada Qasim Raza Siddiqui.
**Health and Industry News:**
* Actress Armeena Rana Khan disclosed that she is currently battling multiple health issues.
* The highly anticipated concert of globally acclaimed Pakistani singer Atif Aslam, scheduled in Dhaka, was abruptly canceled, leading to widespread disappointment and anger among fans.
* Actor Usman Mukhtar expressed his discomfort and reluctance regarding performing romantic scenes on screen.
* Actress Yumna Zaidi faced social media backlash and criticism for her choice of ‘bold’ attire.
**Political and Global Reactions:**
* Human Rights organizations, including the Human Rights Council of Pakistan (HRCP), strongly reacted to a viral video showing Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar pulling back the *hijab* (veil) of a Muslim woman doctor during an official event, sparking significant social media outrage.
* Internationally celebrated Argentinian footballer Lionel Messi is currently visiting India, where several images and videos of his meetings with prominent Indian personalities have circulated online.
* Mian Javed Latif, a prominent leader of the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-N, made a public claim that General (retd) Faiz Hameed had expressed a desire to “hear his screams.”
