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Karan Johar’s most personal film Ae Dil hai Muskhil , a requiem to unrequited love, is eight years old. It is the film from his own repertoire that Karan Johar loves the most. Ae Dil Hai Mushkil is an exceedingly Pure take on love, of the unreciprocated kind.

Ranbir’s Ayaan loves Anushka’s Alize. They have a lot of fun together and are constantly exploring the wild juvenile side to their personality. But she finds him to be just friendship material. It is enormously gratifying for the high level of visual aesthetics that Karan invests into his frames. Full marks to cinematographer Anil Mehta for shooting Karan’s location and actors with an intensity that frequently betrays their shallow interests in life. Though there are four pivotal characters in Johar’s capricious quadrangle, the focus is entirely on Ranbir and Anuskha. She finds him fun but no spouse material.

Pakistan superstar Fawad Khan has signed onto two projects while Oscar-winning producer Guneet Monga Kapoor has joined veteran director Jahnu Barua’s latest film at the inaugural Tasveer Film Market. The Seattle-based South Asia-focused market concluded recently.

“Behind the Scenes,” a newsroom thriller, is being developed by producers Bilal Sami, Raza Namazi and Suri Gopalan of Film Lab++, in collaboration with Khan. Mohammed Ali Naqvi’s Modoxy Media has joined as executive producer. The dark comedy will feature talents including Mehreen Jabbar (“Jackson Heights”), Sarmad Khoosat (“Joyland”) and Mohammed Ali Naqvi (“Insha’Allah Democracy”) behind the camera.

The actor is also set to play a key role in “The Prisoner,” a crime thriller series for Awedacious Originals. Based on Omar Shahid’s bestseller, the 1990s-set Pakistani drama is created by Parisa Siddiqi and Ahmer Khan. Khan will play one of the two daring cops who embark on a covert mission...

Suriya’s much-anticipated fantasy-action film Kanguva, directed by Siva and co-starring Bobby Deol and Disha Patani, has a new release date. Initially scheduled for release on October 10, the film will now hit theaters on November 14, 2024, coinciding with Children’s Day. The shift in release date was confirmed by the film’s producers, Studio Green, on X (formerly Twitter).

They wrote, “The Battle of Pride and Glory, for the World to Witness. #Kanguva’s mighty reign storms screens from 14-11-24.” The decision was made to avoid clashing with Vettaiyan, the upcoming Rajinikanth-starrer directed by Tj Gnanavel, which is slated for a Dasara release.

Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan-starrer The Legend of Maula Jatt set to be released in Indian theatres

While fans are excited about the new release date, some expressed disappointment that the film won’t be released during Diwali, a major festival season for Tamil cinema.

The Legend of Maula Jatt, the 2022 Pakistani blockbuster starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan, is set to make its long-awaited release in Indian theatres, marking a significant moment for cross-border cinema. Director Bilal Lashari and Mahira Khan announced the news on Instagram, expressing excitement about the film’s release in Punjab, India, on October 2.

Bilal Lashari shared, “Releasing in India, Punjab on Wednesday 2nd Oct! Two years in, and still house full on weekends in Pakistan!” Mahira also shared her enthusiasm via her Instagram Stories, while Fawad Khan simply reshared a post.

This release is noteworthy, as it will be the first Pakistani film in over a decade to be screened in Indian theatres. *The Legend of Maula Jatt* is a remake of the 1979 Pakistani classic *Maula Jatt* and centers around the fierce rivalry between the local hero Maula Jatt, played by Fawad Khan, and the brutal gang leader Noori Natt,...

Ishaan Khatter has certainly created quite a buzz with his recent photoshoot for Dirty magazine, where he posed in nothing but underwear, showing off a perfectly sculpted physique.

The black-and-white video, featuring Ishaan stripping down on a metal bed in an empty room, has garnered significant attention on social media. Fans flooded the comment section, praising his physique and comparing him to other international stars like Jeremy Allen White and Fawad Khan.

This photoshoot seems to have elevated his already growing popularity, with many admirers expressing their surprise and excitement at his transformation into a “Greek God” figure.

His role as Shooter Dival in The Perfect Couple on Netflix is also being celebrated, marking a significant moment in his career, as he was seen alongside prominent Hollywood actors such as Nicole Kidman and Dakota Fanning. The combination of his striking photoshoot and his role in the Netflix series has clearly captured the internet’s attention.

On National Sports Day, August 29, 2024, Sidharth Malhotra delighted his fans with a nostalgic post featuring an epic throwback video of him playing cricket with his Kapoor & Sons co-star, Fawad Khan. The video showcased the duo enjoying a friendly match, with Sidharth playfully boasting that his team was always better, leaving Fawad in fits of laughter.

Along with the video, Sidharth shared his enduring love for cricket and sports in general. In his Instagram caption, he reminisced about how sports have been a significant part of his life, from playing basketball, rugby, and football at the club level to indulging in gully cricket. He emphasized how sports have shaped him, building both his physical and mental strength, and revealed that even during film shoots, he seizes any opportunity for a quick cricket fix.

He captioned, “From Delhi streets to film sets, my love for cricket remains unchanged! Sports were always a...

Based on my myopic knowledge of the Pakistan entertainment industry, they are known worldwide for their romantic dramas, which take on topics like classism, feminism, internalized sexism, and more. And Zindagi Gulzar Hai is one of the most popular Pakistani shows out there. I mean, the show was released in 2012, but it continues to find its audience till this day (one such audience member is me). It featured Sanam Saeed and Fawad Khan as the leads, and their chemistry and the writing around their characters still ignite furious discussions on every social media platform. However, despite the meteoric success of the show, Sanam and Fawad didn’t follow it up with a collaboration. So, you could only imagine the kind of buzz that Barzakh has generated as it has brought them together after over a decade. That said, in an interview with Digital Mafia Talkies, Sanam Saeed said that her...

Producers Zindagi are removing series “Barzakh,” starring top Pakistani actors Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed, from YouTube Pakistan amid an ongoing controversy over its queer content.

“We, at Zindagi and Team Barzakh, extend our heartfelt gratitude to our global audience for their unwavering support for Barzakh – a show that was created to bring people together everywhere. But in light of the current public sentiment in Pakistan, we have made the decision to voluntarily withdraw Barzakh from YouTube Pakistan, effective August 9, 2024. This decision underscores our dedication to honouring our audiences without causing alienation. We sincerely appreciate your understanding and continued support,” the Zindagi handle posted on Instagram.

The six-episode series is produced by Waqas Hassan and Shailja Kejriwal for Zindagi, the Indian subcontinent focused programming block on streamer ZEE5 Global. It is helmed by critically acclaimed director Asim Abbasi who also directed Zindagi’s first Pakistani original “Churails” and the feature film “Cake,...

Salman Khan’s Co-Star Daisy Shah Opens Up About His Lavish Vanity Van(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Salman Khan is not only one of the biggest movie stars in India but also a genuine human being. His castmates have often revealed that Khan is quite relaxed on his films’ sets, and recently, his Jai Ho and Race 3 co-actor Daisy Shah opened up about how Salman is on the sets. Scroll below to know.

Daisy made her Bollywood debut with Salman’s Jai Ho, and then the duo shared the screen in Race 3 as well. Salman’s easy-going persona is also witnessed on Bigg Boss, the reality TV show he has been hosting for years. But when he gets angry, everyone goes radio silent on the show. But he is a very relaxed person on the sets, which many actors, including Nawazuddin Siddiqui, have revealed.

In an interview with Mid-Day,...

Pakistani Stars we want back in Bollywood! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Our beloved Fawad Khan, the ultimate heartthrob from across the border, might just be making a grand comeback to Bollywood. Yes, you heard that right! As we cross our fingers, let’s take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about other Pakistani stars who have graced our screens and left us yearning for more. Here’s a cinematic ode to the actors we dearly want to see back in Bollywood.

Fawad Khan

Let’s kick things off with the dashing Fawad Khan, the man whose mere mention sends hearts racing. When Fawad made his Bollywood debut with Khoobsurat in 2014, he brought a breath of fresh air to our screens. Paired opposite Sonam Kapoor, Fawad’s portrayal of the charming and reserved prince, Vikram Singh Rathore, was like a fairy tale come to life. With his effortless style, suave looks,...

Amar Kaushik On Stree 2. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Stree, starring Rajkummar Rao, Pankaj Tripathi, Shraddha Kapoor, Abhishek Banerjee, and Aparshakti Khurana, was released in theatres in 2018. The horror-comedy received a lot of love and appreciation from the audience and was one of the biggest hits of that year. Directed by Amar Kaushik, everyone has been waiting for its sequel, ‘Stree 2’.

A few days ago, the makers dropped the Stree 2 promo, which caused a lot of excitement. Everyone wants to know why Stree is back in Chanderi and what the truth behind Shraddha Kapoor’s mysterious character is. We are just a month away from the sequel’s release. As we count the days till the movie releases in theatres, director Amar Kaushik has given an exciting update on taking the story forward beyond the sequel.

Amar Kaushik On His Plans To Make More Stree Movies

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Fawad Khan is set to make a highly anticipated return to Indian cinema with a new romantic comedy co-starring Vaani Kapoor. Directed by Aarti Bagdi, the film will be shot entirely in the UK and marks the first international collaboration for Eastwood Studios.

A trade source highlighted Fawad Khan’s significant international appeal, particularly among South Asians worldwide, and noted his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as adding to his global popularity. While specific details about the project remain undisclosed, the producers plan to announce it officially just before the filming schedule begins in the UK.

The romantic comedy revolves around the story of two broken individuals who, by a stroke of luck, come together, help each other, and eventually fall in love. This new project has generated considerable excitement among Fawad Khan’s fans in India, as it marks his return to Hindi cinema after eight years.

Fawad...

Salman Khan Took Zero Fees For Race 3? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Bollywood movies have been struggling to recover their costs at the box office, largely because of their high budgets. Anurag Kashyap recently called Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Salman Khan the “most cost-conscious” stars. Now, producer Ramesh Taurani is backing his claims detailing how the finances worked out in Race 3. Scroll below for all the details!

A lot of Bollywood movies have flopped at the box office in the post-pandemic phase. While content has evolved and audience preferences have changed, exorbitant salary demands by actors have also affected the business. Some recent examples are Selfiee, Laal Singh Chaddha, Adipurush, Bawaal, and Mission Raniganj.

In a new interview with Indian Express, Ishq Vishk Rebound producer Ramesh Taurani broke silence on the current situation in Bollywood. He shared, “So, entourage cost is there, but a bigger problem is the star fee.

Sidharth Malhotra & Kiara Advani Deal With A Nonsensical Rumor. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Sidharth Malhotra had to wake up to the most bizarre rumor of the day after one of his fans was allegedly duped of a whopping 50 lakh. The fan thought he was helping Sid and saving him from the torture of his wife, Kiara Advani, who has allegedly threatened to kill him and performed black magic on him!

Yes, you read that right; no matter how bizarre and nonsensical this piece of news sounds to you, a fan fell for it and thought it to be true. The fan, Minoo Vasudeva, who resides in the US, claimed that two individuals, namely Aliza and Husna Parveen, who are allegedly the admins of the page, cooked up false stories to convince the fan that Sidharth’s life was in danger and stole Rs 50 lakh from her.

An impossible-to-believe Twitter thread further says that Minoo was told,...

Parineeti Chopra On Amar Singh Chamkila. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Parineeti Chopra starred in Amar Singh Chamkila this year. Directed by Imtiaz Ali, the movie received amazing reviews from critics and the audience. The musical biographical drama also stars Diljit Dosanjh in the titular role. The movie was released in March, and both actors were showered with appreciation for their impressive performances.

In a new interview, the Ishaqzaade actress opened up about the reception for her Netflix film. Parineeti Chopra talked about Amar Singh Chamkila’s success and highlighted how the praises weren’t fake PR. The actress also added that the love she received for the movie feels like a lifetime achievement award.

Parineeti Chopra on Amar Singh Chamkila

In an interview, the Hasee Toh Phasee star said, “It is like a lifetime achievement award. You accept that your lifetime was the last two years that you gave to the film.

Deepika Padukone & Ranveer Singh To Welcome A Baby Boy? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

It does not matter whether Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are blessed with a boy or a girl because every child is a miracle in the lives of parents, and he or she will sprout a spring of happiness, gifting joy to the beautiful couple and filling their lives with a new kind of love! But low-key, aren’t we curious to know whether it’s going to be a cute little angel or an adorable munda?

Deepika Padukone, the sensational Om Shanti Om actress, is expecting her first child with actor-husband Ranveer Singh. On February 29, Deepika and Ranveer announced via an Instagram post that they were expecting their first child, due in September 2024. This news caused the internet to rejoice, with fans flooding social media with congratulations and good wishes to their beloved Deepveer.

Since then, Deepika...

Fawad Khan is set to make a highly anticipated Bollywood comeback after an 8-year hiatus, starring alongside Vaani Kapoor in a Hindi romantic comedy film directed by Aarti Bagdi. The film, which will be shot entirely in the UK, explores the journey of two broken individuals who find solace and love in each other, aiding each other’s healing process. This project marks a significant return for Khan, who last appeared in the Pakistani blockbuster “The Legend of Maula Jatt” and the international series “Ms. Marvel.”

In addition to this film, Fawad Khan will be seen in the upcoming series “Barzakh,” reuniting with his “Zindagi Gulzar Hai” co-star Sanam Saeed. Khan, along with Pakistani stars Mahira Khan and Sanam Saeed, will also headline Netflix’s first Pakistan-themed original series, “Jo Bachay Hain Sang Samait Lo,” an adaptation of Farhat Ishtiaq’s bestselling 2013 Urdu-language novel.

Fawad Khan made his Bollywood debut...

Pakistani star Fawad Khan and Bollywood actress Vaani Kapoor are set to star in an untitled rom-com that will shoot entirely in the UK.

The rom-com will tell the story of how two broken people come together by a stroke of luck and end up helping each other and ultimately falling in love. Filming is being lined up for fall. Shooting locations have yet to be revealed but it is expected to lens in London.

The Hindi-language film will be directed by Aarti Bagdi and will mark the first international collaboration for Eastwood Studios, the outfit started by former Reliance and Phantom exec Vivek B Agrawal and Devang Dholakia.

Agrawal previously produced films including Queen, Udta Punjab, Super 30 and Netflix’s first series in India, Sacred Games.

One of the biggest actors to hail from Pakistan, Khan’s 2022 action-adventure The Legend Of Maula Jatt became the country’s highest-grossing film of all time.

Barzakh Trailer Review ( Photo Credit – Instagram ) ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Barzakh Trailer: Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed, the duo who won our hearts with their outstanding performances and chemistry in Zindagi Gulzar Hai, are back! Fawad and Sanam have reunited for a new Pakistani show, and the trailer for the same is now out. After helping us understand some interesting lessons about life, the actors will now take us on an intriguing journey of love.

The story is set in the Hunza Valley, where a 76-year-old man tells his estranged children and grandchildren that he’s going to marry the ghost of his first true love. Naturally, everyone is startled by the man’s claim, but he’s not ready to budge from his decision.

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Fawad Khan drives to a place called ‘Land of Nowhere’ and meets Sanam Saeed’s character. The duo exchanges about love, the old...

Series “Barzakh,” starring top Pakistani actors Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed, has unveiled a trailer.

Set in the Hunza Valley, “Barzakh” centers on a 76-year-old man who surprises his estranged children and grandchildren by announcing his engagement to the ghost of his first love. This revelation triggers a series of emotional confrontations as the family gathers, unsure how to respond to the situation.

The trailer suggests that “Barzakh” will explore themes of interconnectedness and enduring love, weaving local folklore into its storyline. The series poses the question: “When all has withered, will love endure?”

The six-episode series is produced by Waqas Hassan and Shailja Kejriwal for Zindagi, the Indian subcontinent focused programming block on streamer ZEE5 Global. It is helmed by critically acclaimed director Asim Abbasi who also directed Zindagi’s first Pakistani original “Churails” and the feature film “Cake,” which was Pakistan’s entry for the 2019 Oscars.

Khan said: “After having seen ‘Cake,...

Top Trending News of June 17 (Photo Credit- Instagram)

Another day brings a fresh batch of trending news and entertainment updates you might have missed. The entertainment world is abuzz with the latest news, and we’re here to keep you informed. Pawan Kalyan’s Ex-wife Renu Desai reveals the real reason for their divorce, Kareena Kapoor Khan & Ayushman Khurana to Star in Meghan Gulzaar’s Next, Kartik Aaryan reacts to Shabana Azmi’s praise for Chandu Champion. And Fawad Khan & Sanam Saeed’s Web Series Finds a streaming date. On the other hand, Kangana Ranaut gifted a house to her cousin in Chandigarh and more top trending news from Bollywood, South, and Ott.

Here’s your daily dose of top trending news from the entertainment world. The news wrap brings you the best of Bollywood, Hollywood, South, and Ott!

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The highly anticipated web series “Barzakh,” starring Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed, finally has a release date. The series will be available on Zindagi’s YouTube channel and ZEE5 starting July 19.

“Barzakh” is written and directed by Asim Abbasi, who previously helmed the successful Zee Zindagi series “Churails” and the critically acclaimed film “Cake,” which was Pakistan’s official entry for Oscar consideration in 2018.

The six-episode show delves into complex themes such as mental health, postpartum depression, generational trauma, and gender inclusivity, all woven into a gripping narrative that challenges societal conventions.

The star-studded cast includes Salman Shahid, M. Fawad Khan, Eman Suleman, Khushhal Khan, Faiza Gillani, Anika Zulfikar, and Franco Giusti, among others.

Fans of Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed, as well as those who appreciate thought-provoking storytelling, are eagerly awaiting the premiere of this groundbreaking series.

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Filmmaker Karan Johar shared a scene featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan from his 2016 film ‘Ae Dil Hai Mushkil’ and praised the actress for the lines she said.

Karan took to his Instagram stories and shared a scene where Ranbir is seen telling Aishwarya that they will “chit chat” on the plane, to which Aishwarya, who played a poetess in the movie, said: “Guftgu bezar logo ki adat hai. Jo aankehin keh deti hain, unke aage lafzon ka darja kya.”

Karan captioned it: “Her beauty, her eyes, and what she said @aishwaryaraibachchan.arb #aedilhaimushkil #ranbirkapoor.”

‘Ae Dil Hai Mushkil’, a romantic drama directed by Karan Johar also stars Anushka Sharma and Fawad Khan. It tells the story of love, friendship, and heartbreak between the characters Alizeh and Ayan.

Karan johar unspools memories of ‘ae dil hai mushkil, praises aishwarya rai bachchan’s eyes and ‘what she said’...

Entertainment News (India) Wrap: April 4, 2024 – Ranbir Kapoor Flaunts New Luxury Car, Katrina Kaif Almost Starred In ‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ (Photo Credit – Instagram) Saanand Verma of ‘Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai’ Reveals Childhood Sexual Exploitation Saanand Verma Of Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai Reveals Facing S*xual Abuse! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Saanand Verma, known for his role in the sitcom ‘Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai,’ shared a difficult experience from his past. In a recent interview, he opened up about facing sexual exploitation at the young age of 13. Verma termed it a “terrible memory.” Read more!

Malayalam Writer Jeyamohan Praises Prithviraj’s ‘Aadujeevitham’

Author Jeyamohan, who earlier criticized the portrayal of Malayalis in movies like ‘Manjummel Boys,’ has praised Prithviraj’s upcoming film ‘Aadujeevitham.’ Jeyamohan lauded the film’s depiction, calling it a “powerful and true story.”

‘Bade Miyan Chote Miyan’ Gets U/A Certificate with Modifications

The much-awaited Akshay Kumar-Tiger Shroff...

Parveen Babi Starred In Super Hit movies like Namak Halal, Kaalia, Shaan, Deewar, and More. (Photo Credit – IMDb/Instagram)

The late 70s and 80s superstar Parveen Babi is a star whose loss is a remnant in Hindi Cinema. Her charm and ability to translate emotions through subtlety and grace made the movies she starred in more affluent. Multiple heartbreaks, a bout with schizophrenia, and an untimely death at the age of 50 marked the end of the starlet’s life. But did you know she once ran behind Mahesh Bhatt without stopping him after they broke up? She also ended up in a mental hospital in New York.

Parveen Babi‘s life stories are no less than a saga; it had everything: love, heartbreak, sadness, and tragedy. Amar Akbar Anthony, Namak Halal, Shaan, and The Burning Train are just a few of the classic Hindi films she starred in. And while...

Pakistani TV Presenter Nadia Khan Under Social Media Ire For Calling Khans Of Bollywood “Insecure”. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

We’re very well aware of the political tension between India and Pakistan. The leaders of the country decided to ban Pakistani artists like Atif Aslam and Fawad Khan after the Uri attack in 2016. But TV presenter and actress Nadia Khan now claims it was leading Bollywood actors like Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, and Shah Rukh Khan who got insecure and created the rifts. Scroll below for all the details!

There is no denying that Pakistani artists were welcomed with open arms in our country. Fawad Khan rose to immense fame with his Bollywood debut opposite Sonam Kapoor in Khoobsurat. He garnered more love in Karan Johar’s Kapoor And Sons. Ali Zafar, Mahira Khan, and Javed Sheikh are among the other artists from across the border who have worked in films...

Highest Grossing Bollywood Films In Pakistan (Picture Credit: Facebook & IMDb)

It was a series of surprises at the box office when India’s favorite subject, the India Vs Pakistan war, started witnessing a decline. Two superstar releases – Fighter and Tiger 3 were based on the rivalry of the two nations and their armies, and while in a previous decade, this would have been enough to rake moolahs at the box office, both the films seemingly point at the audience’s disinterest in the subject.

However, the topic worked in Gadar 2‘s favor, but it was a common man fighting in Pakistan rather than the armies, and probably that worked. This might be just an observation. However, these films were strongly rejected by not only Pakistan but also many Gulf countries.

As the audiences have rejected the India Vs Pakistan rivalry theme at a go, we decided to have a...

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The first footage from “Devara,” headlined by “Rrr” star Ntr Jr., has been unveiled. “Devara” reunites Ntr Jr. with his “Janatha Garage” director Koratala Siva, whose last film was “Acharya,” starring megastar Chiranjeevi and “Rrr” star Ram Charan. The film also stars Janhvi Kapoor (“Mili”) and Saif Ali Khan (“Vikram Vedha”) in pivotal roles. The actor had revealed to Variety that the film is a revenge drama.

The cast also includes Prakash Raj, Srikanth Meka, Tom Shine Chacko and Narain. The film is produced by Kosaraju Hari Krishna and Sudhakar Mikkilineni under the banners Ntr Arts (“Bimbisara”) and Yuvasudha Arts respectively and is presented by Nandamuri Kalyan Ram. The film features music by Anirudh Ravichander (“Leo”), cinematography by R. Rathnavelu (“Sarileru Neekevvaru”), production design by Sabu Cyril (“Rrr”) and editing by A. Sreekar Prasad (“Rrr”).

The film will be released in two parts. The first part, “Devara Part 1...

Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, which turned 7 on October 28, is one good-looking film with actors who epitomize human beauty. True, they strive helplessly towards reaching the inner core of their being to obtain a spiritual centre to match that abundance of physical beauty. That synchronized connectivity between inner and outer beauty escapes the filmmaker as well as his characters who are heard mouthing some beautiful poetry that seems ordered online.

The film is enormously gratifying for the high level of visual aesthetics that Karan invests into his frames. Full marks to cinematographer Anil Mehta for shooting Karan’s location and actors with an intensity that frequently betrays their shallow interests in life. Karan Johar loves his films to look beautiful. He works towards gleaming polishing and grooming his locations and actors as though he were building a Taj Mahal for the gen-y to rest its reposeful romanticism.

Though there are four...

Location, Location, Location

Entertainment, sports and brand licensing firms WildBrain Cplg and WildBrain Ltd. have brokered location-based entertainment (Lbe) deals on behalf of Peanuts Worldwide for “Peanuts,” “Teletubbies” and “In the Night Garden” with China’s Max-Matching Entertainments. These are expected to lead to the opening of family entertainment centers and IP-themed hotel rooms for each brand in Beijing, in Zhongshan City, Guangdong and a third city yet to be announced. These will roll out over the next five years.

The moves come at a time when WildBrain Cplg is expanding its Asia-focused teams. These include the Los Angeles-based veteran licensing executive, Kevin Suh who is former president of themed entertainment & consumer products at Paramount Pictures. Suh was also a senior executive at the Motion Picture Association of America and a lawyer in California. Shanghai-based Evi Sari joins as VP of Lbe in Apac and the Gcc. She was previously...

Pakistani actress Mahira Khan discusses depression and anxiety triggered by the backlash following her first Bollywood film “Raees” in 2016.

Speaking on the FWhy Podcast, the 38-year-old actress said the backlash and demeaning comments she received “brought out the anxiety and depression hidden inside me.”

“That was a hard time for me. I felt attacked,” she said. “The constant backlash… You are getting mean tweets and comments on (the Indian) channels. That was a time my faith broke, and I developed severe anxiety to the point that one day, I had a panic attack and fainted. That was the first time I went to therapy. But that didn’t work out, as I went to several therapists… that year was rough… I couldn’t sleep; my hands used to shake.”

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In the podcast, Khan also said that...

Star Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan-starrer ‘Jo Bachay Hain Sang Samait Lo’ has become the first Pakistani show to stream on a global platform. The series, which also stars Sanam Saeed and Ahad Riza Mir, shows is an official adaptation of Farhat Ishtiaq’s bestselling 2013 Urdu-language novel of the same name.

It revolves around Sikandar, a Harvard law student who experiences a life-changing incident that makes him keep others at bay, and Liza, a talented artist who is bursting with life but has had a troubled past. They meet in Italy, as reported by Variety.

Fawad is a name that needs little introduction, having made his way into international cinema as he has starred in both Bollywood and Hollywood making a strong mark on audiences with his acting skills.

Currently the actor, who is one of the leads in the series is fresh off his success from the Pakistani-Punjabi...

A galaxy of stars popular across Pakistan, South Asia and beyond headline Netflix’s first Pakistan-themed original “Jo Bachay Hain Sang Samait Lo.”

The series is an official adaptation of Farhat Ishtiaq’s bestselling 2013 Urdu-language novel of the same name. It revolves around Sikandar, a Harvard law student who experiences a life-changing incident that makes him keep others at bay, and Liza, a talented artist who is bursting with life but has had a troubled past. They meet in Italy.

The cast includes Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan — who starred together in “The Legend of Maula Jatt,” the highest-grossing Pakistani film of all time — as well as Sanam Saeed, who was one of the leads in Zindagi series “Barzakh” alongside Fawad Khan. Ahad Raza Mir, who featured in Netflix series “Resident Evil” and made a splash in Season 2 of the BBC’s “World on Fire,” is also among the lead cast.

New Delhi, July 23 (Ians) Type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes, is more challenging to manage and can also take a toll on a patient’s emotional and social well-being, said doctors stressing the need for more awareness on the insulin-dependent condition.

Type 1 diabetes is a chronic condition, where the pancreas makes little or no insulin — a hormone the body uses to allow sugar (glucose) to enter cells to produce energy.

In the absence of insulin, blood sugar levels can rise dangerously, which can damage people’s blood vessels, and in turn lead to blindness, kidney failure, heart attack or nerve damage — also leading to limb amputation.

“People with type 1 diabetes face various challenges in managing their condition on a daily basis. Some of the key challenges include insulin dependency, blood sugar management, carbohydrate counting and meal planning, hypoglycemia (very low blood sugar levels) and hyperglycemia (very high blood sugar levels),” Richa Chaturvedi,...

Ms. Marvel is headed to primetime. ABC will air the live-action superhero series over two Saturdays in August. The show's first season of six episodes was released on Disney+ a year ago. There's been no word on plans for a second season, but the main character will appear in The Marvels feature film in November.

Starring Iman Vellani, Matt Lintz, Yasmeen Fletcher, Zenobia Shroff, Mohan Kapur, Saagar Shaikh, Rish Shah, Fawad Khan, Laurel Marsden, Arian Moayed, Adaku Ononogbo, Alysia Reiner, Azhar Usman, Laith Nakli, Nimra Bucha and Travina Springer, the series follows teen superhero Kamala Khan. Read More…...

On Saturday, June 3, Husain, 66, passed on, leaving behind a legacy of memorable stage productions.

He is survived by his wife and creative partner, Viraat Talwar, whom he met when she was a student of Lady Shri Ram College and had come to audition for a play (‘Dangerous Liaison’), and their two sons.

If ‘The Fifty Day War’ narrated the Kargil story on a scale that had not been attempted by anyone with an original Indian script on an Indian stage, ‘The Legend of Ram’, which was staged on a smaller scale in 1994, became the gold standard for theatrical spectacles when it was relaunched in 2004.

The production of ‘The Legend of Ram’ involved 19 outdoor sets spread over three acres and a cast of 35 actors playing different characters drawn from the epic, and a 100-member technical crew. The last show was staged in front of the then President, A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, on...

Brings a barrage of memories, doesn’t it?

It was the era of good music playing across the Indian mainstream as opposed to the current times when barring a few exceptions, all you hear are singers setting their voices to melodyne or auto-tune, and composers heavily synthesising their melodies to make it “audience friendly”.

However, true art and artistic integrity always make their way around as they transcend the boundaries of space and time, and Zulfiqar Jabbar Khan, professionally known as Xulfi, is a true testament of this fact.

Xulfi is the lead singer of the Pakistani band ‘Call’ and is the one who sang ‘Laree Chootee’ and even featured in its music video which cross-cuts between two worlds of ‘Call’ performing for the screen and Abhay and Neha Dhupia dancing to the tune.

While in India, the larger audience may remember him for just ‘Laree Chootee’, across the border,...

Bilal Lashari’s “The Legend of Maula Jatt,” Pakistan’s highest grossing film of all time, is getting an unprecedented theatrical rerelease in key international markets.

South Asian films have almost never had theatrical rereleases due to satellite and streaming rights being assigned post the standard window after their theatrical releases.

Six months after its theatrical debut, “The Legend of Maula Jatt” will rerelease across 15 sites in the U.K., seven sites in the U.S. and two sites in the U.A.E. on April 21, in the Eid holiday frame.

To date, the film has amassed $13.8 million worldwide on 500 screens, making it the highest grossing Pakistan-made and Punjabi-language film to date and the top South Asian film in the U.K. from 2018 to 2022. It grossed more than five times Pakistan’s previous box office champion, “Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2.”

Additionally, producer Brian Adler, also known for visual effects for “Avengers: Endgame,...

Shayan Khan’s upcoming film, Money Back Guarantee, has already generated a lot of excitement amongst film enthusiasts across the world because it will not only bring Fawad Khan back on screen after the phenomenal success of The Legend of Maula Jatt, the highest grossing Pakistani film of all time, but also marks the acting debut of the country’s former cricket captain, Wasim Akram.

Now, a popular cricket commentator and coach, Wasim plays a significant role in the political satire. He plays the President of a prominent bank, a man who appears nonchalant and is something of an intellectual, but is also fiercely competitive and determined to win the upcoming elections by any means and retain his position at the top.

“I’m sure that viewers would like seeing Wasim Akram in action in a different field as he was one of the greatest bowlers of all time and...

Series Mania has always been about discovery: Of drama series as an art form, in its early days from launch in 2009; then of key players on a burgeoning international premium TV scene.

Series Mania’s International Panorama now catches a new wave of creatives transitioning from film to scripted TV – Israel’s Yaron Shani with “Innermost,” Spain’s Isaki Lacuesta and Isa Campo with episodes of “Apagón”; and highlights notable emerging auteurs: Denmark’s Kasper Møller Rask, Canada’s Alexis Durand-Brault, Spain’s Fran Araujo, Pakistan’s Assim Abassi and Germany’s Jakob and Jonas Weydemann.

But for having already bowed at national festivals, some of the 12 titles below could well have been in the running for a Competition berth.

Below, the Series Mania’s rich 2023 International Panorama:

“Apagón,” (“Offworld,” Spain)

One of Variety’s Best International TV Shows of 2022, a realistic, sophisticated disaster thriller from Movistar+ and Buendía Estudios...

Mumbai, March 18 (Ians) The first poster of Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed-starrer family drama ‘Barzakh’ was unveiled at the ongoing Series Mania Festival, where the show is set to have its global premiere.

Prior to its world premiere at the Series Mania Festival, the creators of Zindagi original show ‘Barzakh’, starring actors Fawad and Sanam unveiled the show poster in the French city of Lille.

‘Barzakh’ is helmed by critically acclaimed director Asim Abbasi who also directed Zindagi’s first original Churails and the feature film Cake. Gracing the event were writer-director Asim Abbasi, actor Sanam Saeed, and Producer Shailja Kejriwal.

‘Barzakh’ has the distinct honour of being the only series selected from South Asia. The series will debut in the showcase’s International Panorama, a 12-title competitive section where it will be eligible for the best series, director, actress, actor, student jury, and audience awards.

A family drama...

A poster has been unveiled for “Barzakh,” starring top Pakistani actors Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed.

The only South Asian selection at Series Mania this year, the series will debut in the showcase’s International Panorama, a 12-title competitive section where it will be eligible for the best series, director, actress, actor, student jury and audience awards.

“Barzakh” (6 x 58′) is produced by Waqas Hassan and Shailja Kejriwal for Zindagi, the Indian subcontinent focused programming block on streamer ZEE5 Global. It is helmed by critically acclaimed director Asim Abbasi who also directed Zindagi’s first Pakistani original “Churails” and the feature film “Cake.”

A family drama centred around an elderly man’s quest for love, “Barzakh” explores intergenerational trauma between fathers and sons. The narrative is framed within a fantastical world of supernatural beings and otherworldly events that reveal the chasms between life, death and rebirth.

Khan portrays the role of...

Pakistani actor-singer Fawad Khan along with Sanam Saeed will be seen in the upcoming series ‘Barzakh. Directed by Asim Abbasi, the show is set to have its global premiere at the illustrious Series Mania festival in Lille, France, in March.

In the series, Fawad plays a single parent while Sanam plays the central female character who is mysterious as well as compassionate.

‘Barzakh’ is the only selection from South Asia at the festival. The web series will be screened as part of International Panorama line-up, a 12-title competitive section. It has aso been nominated in several categories such as Best Series, Best Director, Best Actress, Best Actor as well as the Student Jury award and the Audience award.

Thrilled at the selection, director Asim Abbasi said, “At its core, ‘Barzakh’ is a family drama framed within a world of supernatural beings and other worldly events. The genesis of the story...

“Barzakh,” starring top Pakistani actors Fawad Khan and Sanam Saeed, is the only South Asian selection at Series Mania this year.

The series will debut in the showcase’s International Panorama, a 12-title competitive section where it will be eligible for the best series, director, actress, actor, student jury and audience awards.

“Barzakh” (6 X 58′) is helmed by critically acclaimed director Asim Abbasi who also directed Zindagi’s first Pakistani original “Churails” and the feature film “Cake.” It is produced by Waqas Hassan and Shailja Kejriwal for Zindagi, the Indian subcontinent focused programming block on streamer ZEE5 Global.

The series is a family drama centered around an elderly man’s quest for love. It explores intergenerational trauma between fathers and sons. The narrative is framed within a fantastical world of supernatural beings and otherworldly events that reveal the chasms between life, death and rebirth.

“What does it mean to be human?...

Bilal Lashari’s “The Legend of Maula Jatt,” starring Pakistani superstars Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan (no relation), is now officially the highest grossing Pakistani film of all time.

Produced by Ammara Hikmat’s Encyclomedia and Lashari Films, the film released on Oct. 13, 2022 and has had worldwide collections of 10 million, including 4.2 million in Pakistan. It has far surpassed the 3.2 million grossed globally by previous record holder “Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2” in 2018.

After Pakistan, the most successful territory for the film has been the U.K., where it is distributed by Pranab Kapadia of Moviegoers Entertainment. It has collected £1.43 million (1.7 million) in the territory, going past 2018’s “Sanju” that took 1.6 million, making it the highest grossing South Asian film there since “Padmaavat,” which grossed 2.5 million, also in 2018. The next highest 2022 grosser from South Asia in the U.K. is “Ponniyin Selvan-1” with 1.5 million.

The Punjabi-language “The Legend of Maula Jatt...

Pakistani actor Fawad Khan is returning to India with his new film, almost six years after his appearance in Karan Johar’s film ‘Ae Dil Hai Mushkil’ created a furore and political turmoil. Fawad’s new film is titled, ‘The Legend of Maula Jatt’, and also stars ‘Raees’ actress Mahira Khan.

The film, which has become the highest-grossing Pakistani film of all time, is likely to be released on the big screen in India this Friday. The film was released in Pakistan on October 13 this year.

Directed by Bilal Lashari, ‘The Legend of Maula Jatt’ is an adaptation of the 1979 cult classic Maula Jatt and producers have said it is neither a remake nor a sequel.

Both Fawad and Mahira enjoy a sizeable fan following in India because of their drama ‘Humsafar’.

The last film to get a theatrical release in India was the 2011 film ‘Bol’ starring Mahira.

CinemaPopular Tollywood actors Jr Ntr and Ram Charan have jointly topped an annual list of ‘Top 50 Asian Celebrities in the World’ published by the UK weekly Eastern Eye.PTIScreengrab/ YouTubePopular Indian actors Jr Ntr and Ram Charan who were seen together in the hit period drama Rrr, have jointly topped an annual UK list of the ‘Top 50 Asian Celebrities in the World' published by the UK weekly Eastern Eye. The Telugu film stars have been ranked ahead of other South Asian stars for breaking international records and for securing two Golden Globe nominations for Rrr, directed by SS Rajamouli. The 2022 list, set to be published in the UK weekly Eastern Eye on Friday, December 16, hails the duo for drawing global attention to regional language cinema in India. “Jr Ntr and Ram Charan breathed fire into cinema halls with Rrr and ignited the kind of interest in commercial Indian films from a cross-cultural audience globally,...

It isn’t hard to believe that Bilal Lashari’s The Legend of Maula Jatt is, by some multiples, the most expensive film ever to come out of Pakistan. In the works since 2013, held up first by a copyright battle and then by Covid, it was finally released this month, thrilling audiences with its vast sets, elaborately choreographed set pieces and galaxy of stars: it is nothing if not lavish. It is also being vigorously touted as the catalyst that will revive the long-languishing fortunes of Lollywood, the Pakistani popular film industry. Time will tell. Audiences are certainly loving it.

Like Hollywood’s comic-book superheroes, the character Maula Jatt has repeatedly proved to be gilt-edged box office. The Punjabi avenger was immortalized in a 1979 epic, simply titled Maula Jat, that was also the most expensive film of its time and a huge hit; even before that, the character popped up in other films.

Hot fantasy actioner The Legend of Maula Jatt has hit a historic milestone, becoming the highest-grossing Pakistani film ever worldwide in only its second week of release, and the first to cross Pkr 100cr (4.5M) globally.

Through Tuesday, it had taken Pkr 115cr (5.2M). Of that, Pkr 33cr (1.5M) is from the home country and Pkr 82cr (3.7M) is from offshore markets. In the UK, it is the highest-grossing Punjabi movie ever with £866K (1M) through Wednesday.

In the U.S., the epic across two weekends has done 728K, and in Canada 525K through Sunday. Midweek performance has also been strong, notably in the UK, Canada and Australia.  

A reboot of the 1979 cult Punjabi classic, Maula Jat, The Legend of Maula Jatt has been on a tear out of the gate since it released on October 13, and scored a record-breaking global bow for a Pakistani title.

The movie (which has...

Sony’s “Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile,” the film adaptation of the children’s books by Bernard Waber, featuring a singing crocodile, bowed at the U.K. and Ireland box office with £2.7 million (3.1 million), according to numbers released by Comscore.

Universal’s “Halloween Ends,” the final instalment in the horror trilogy of sequels to the original 1978 film, starring Jamie Lee Curtis, debuted in second place with £2.1 million. Another horror, Paramount’s “Smile,” collected £1.4 million in third position in its third weekend for a total of £7.2 million.

In fourth place, in its fourth weekend, Universal’s “Ticket to Paradise,” starring Julia Roberts and George Clooney, took £617,041 for a total of £7.7 million.

Rounding off the top five was Warner Bros.’ “Don’t Worry Darling” with £610,841, which now has a total of £9.3 million after four weekends.

There were two more debuts in the top 10. Moviegoers Entertainment’s Pakistani epic “The Legend of Maula Jatt,” starring Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan,...