Sajal Aly is dedicated to promoting her latest drama Sinf-e-Ahan to the fullest. Just recently she wittily replied to a fan asking a very personal question and it was related to this drama. Now with the first episode out and it making people very happy and hopeful, Kubra Khan spoke up about it and it’s something you definitely need to hear.
What Did She Say?
Kubra Khan was asked about how the training for this new drama was and her reply is beyond shocking! She said that the training was so difficult that she lost 10 KGS over 2-3 months of their training. How insane is that?
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She adds that they were made to run around and train and do stunts while wearing all the armour. They were carrying G3 guns and they weight 4-5KGS on their own with their bolt intact. Usually, you’re supposed to take the bolt out but it wasn’t for them. Moreover, they also wore 2-3 other bags on their uniforms also and ran with it. Running with such a huge weight is no small feat and hence, we totally understand why she lost that much weight!
This new drama is the latest collaboration of ISPR with the entertainment industry. The previous was Ehd-e-Wafa. In this show, the purpose is to show women’s rise to power in Pakistan’s military and the sacrifices they make to get to the same place. This comes as no surprise especially when Aik Thi Nigar was such a success. The short film, acted upon by Mahira Khan, was made on General Nigar who was the first woman to occupy many positions in Pakistan’s defence sector.
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What Did Sajal Aly Say About It?
Just recently, Sajal Aly opened her questions up for her fans. She asked them to send in any questions they’d like her to answer. One person asked her “khush khabri kab suna rahe hain?” and although this was a super personal question, Sajal Aly handled it like a pro! She made the question about SinfeAhan and promoted the first episode of the drama.
The people are starting to formulate opinions on the drama after the first episode. Here are what they have said about it so far:
Our power girls rocked! 🔥Sinfeaahan trended on no 1 on YouTube! And also on twitter for more than 30 hours! It’s huge achievement! Congratulations @iamhumayunsaeed@sanashahnawazz@nadeembaigg
What’s exotic and what’s sacred in our culture, are two discussions that we need to have. We need to teach ourselves how to be respectful even if our actions are for work. In a recent event, a clothing brand decided to have their new line’s photoshoot at a place the Sikh religion considers utmostly sacred; the Kartarpur Gurudwara.
Taking to Twitter, the Sikhs from both sides of the border brought the matter to social media’s attention. They said that the Gurudwara, especially the one at Kartarpur, is sacred and one cannot go bareheaded inside the grounds. The Sikhs asked for strict action from the authorities.
Once the issue got viral, people from all religions issued agreement with the stance. They said that one should in fact boycott the brand. Others even asked the Punjab government to take notice.
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And the matter was noticed indeed.
The Information Minister, Chaudry Fawad Hussain, instructed the designer and the mode to apologize to the Sikh community further stating that the place was a religious symbol and not a film set.
The model did apologize. She took it to her Instagram handle to issue the post and also claimed that her actions were her own ad not linked to any brand.
Well, someone tried to sneak their way out, didn’t they?
In trying to look for an apology from the brand, mannat_clothing, we could not even find it on Instagram now.
Exotic and sacred
We have, for sure, forgotten the difference between exotic and sacred. Not very long ago, Saba Qamar was seen having a dance scene at a Mosque. Whatever the plot be, however, decent the backstory for the dance be, a mosque is sacred and should be treated such. Numerous Muslims raised their voices and it became a legal matter.
Similarly, Gurudwara, and especially one that is the resting place of Baba Guru Nanak is sacred for Sikhs and it should not have been emotionally trampled upon for the sake of getting exotic backgrounds to promote your product.
Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates!
Government College University has won the hearts of the nation with their ongoing festival and why wouldn’t they? The efforts they have invested into the five-day-long festival are simply astounding. Harry Potter fans are not any less in Pakistan and this is a dream come true for them and for us too! Here’s all you need to know:
The Festival
GCU, for the first time in its history, is holding a Harry Potter theme festival. The festival began on November 29th and will continue till December 5th. The festival is also gaining traction amongst the Pakistani audience because they will be screening “The Last Follower” too on their amazing campus.
GCU’s campus was founded in 1864 and it turned into a university in 2002. It has retained much of its old glory since that year and hence, the campus is vintage architecture beauty. Imagine that being turned into a Harry Potter campus! With fairy lights all around, coffee smoked papers and a whole lot of candles and costumes, it’s like stepping into Hogwarts for sure.
But truth be told, we are also astounded with the marketing. The event or rather the festival has literally blown up on social media. The pictures from the university made it to all the big meme pages and since then is been covered by all media houses also. Thus, the festival has reached the eyes and ears of almost all students who want to visit the campus.
Here’s the video
People’s Reactions
People are also having a hard time believing whether this is real. Universities are seldom on board with having such events that appeal to students in this way but it appears the management of GCU is just as cool as the students. This idea was simply innovative and a much-needed break for students who have been home for almost two years now.
Have a look at what people have to say about the event:
The university is selling tickets on spot for those who would like to come. It is in no way limited only to students, it is open to all adults also! Take your children with you and have them exposed to the world of Hogwarts so they can have the time of their life also.
Samsung has been one of the front runners of innovation when it comes to technology. No matter how many competitors arrive, the company still manages to reside as a champion. Their technology is bounds ahead of many things out there in the world. Whether you are a fan of android or not, you might be inclined to buy their smartphones. Their features are over-the-top and there are few who can tackle them. Even during the pandemic, they managed to keep their quality without compromise. Now, it seems they have introduced a new feature for the internet browser.
It is something that has been requested for quite a while now. People have had it on their request list for many months. It was something that would have made usage quite convenient. As it proves, it seems the feature has finally arrived. So, what is this feature that we are talking about? Surely, there must be something that we know.
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Samsung And New Feature
According to sources, the new feature is related to the URL bar in the internet browser. This is specific to Samsung phones and it is quite essential. The new feature allows users to move the browser URL bar at the bottom. This makes it easier to click on it and type. After all, a major part of using smartphones is the ease of accessibility they provide. Moving the bar to the bottom ensures that the user searches are going to be quicker.
However, this is not the only feature that is going to appear in the new update. It seems that there are going to be a few more security updates as well. This way, you can keep your device more secure than usual, allowing for a better user experience. If we take a look at just the security features of Samsung, we will be convinced that this is a robust smartphone.
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Keeping An Eye Out
That said, we hope to see more updates by Samsung soon. It is a company that knows what its audience wants and alters itself accordingly. Even when the global chip shortage was at its peak, there was no time to slow down for Samsung. It continues to persevere and perched itself quite high.
Who knows what else the company has planned. Maybe there will be security updates that make Samsung as strong as Blackberry once was. Yes, that phone was so secure, the president used to keep it.
With the millennials pouring in, movies that were all the rage in the 90s and early 2000s will soon be forgotten. These movies, although aimed at children, were also deeply cherished by adults and still are to this day! Many of these flicks are full-fledged family entertainers and bring forth many meaningful messages with the help of animation and/or catchy musical numbers.
From Lion King to the Harry Potter Series, we have carefully compiled a list of top ten movies that every kid must watch before they turn 12. Have a look!
1. Toy Story
The name says it all! This film follows the life of an easygoing cowboy doll named Woody, who belongs to a boy named Andy. Along with the other toys in Andy’s room, Woody lives the best life imaginable. That is until Andy is given another toy, Buzz Lightyear, an action figure that Woody immediately envies.
However, when Andy’s family moves houses, Woody and Buzz are misplaced into the paws of Andy’s evil neighbor, Sid. Both toys then decide to put aside their differences and return to their beloved owner.
An adorable tale about innocent love, and undying loyalty, Toy Story is fun, must-watch!
2. Finding Nemo
After the death of his wife, Marlon, a clownfish is over-protective of his son, Nemo, who was born with one short fin that hinders his movement. After a bet with his friends, Nemo swims too close to the surface and is captured by a diver. Marlon then sets out on a journey to find his son and along the way he meets Dory, a blue reel fish, who suffers from short-term memory.
They encounter many obstacles along the way in the shape of sharks, jellyfishes, and more. Nemo, on the other hand, is sold to a buyer and is placed in a dentist’s fish tank, meeting a girl who does not have his best interest at heart.
A heart-warming tale about a father’s love for his child and true friendship, Finding Nemo will leave you teary-eyed. Recommended for all ages!
3. The Lion King
This cult classic, set in Africa, follows the life of a young lion, Simba. After his father Mufasa, the King, was dethroned and murdered by his treacherous uncle Scar, Simba returns to his homeland many years later to take back what is rightfully his.
Along with the help of his friends, Timon and Pumba, who also raised him, Simba is ready to avenge his father’s death and even manages to find love along the way.
This evergreen, heart-breaking movie flaunts a tale that is bound to win you over. Watch it now if you haven’t already and a have a time of your life with your kid. This one is unmissable!
4. Shrek
Shrek takes apart the conventional fairy tales and brings a somewhat realistic view to the ancient stories. Shrek, an ogre who resides all alone in a mossy swamp, has his life turned upside down when an array of fairy tale characters and a talking Donkey, who were sent by the evil Lord Farquaad, disrupt his quiet life.
In order to bring his life back into order and return the characters back to their homeland, he cuts a deal with Lord Farquaad by rescuing Princess Fiona and having her wed him, in return for his solitude. However, the ogre ends up falling in love with the princess and it all ends well for both of them!
5. The Harry Potter series
If your child has not watched or read, the Harry Potter series, it is of utmost importance that they do right away! Based on the critically acclaimed novels by J.K Rowling Harry Potter is about a boy who has been neglected his entire life by his remaining family, after his parents passed away in a tragic incident.
He soon discovers on his eleventh birthday, all that was hidden from his entire life, that he was the prodigal son of two well-renowned wizards and that he will acquire magical powers of his own.
He is then taken away from his miserable life into a wizarding school, Hogwarts, where he befriends a whole community of people similar to him. Along with his best friends, Ron & Hermoine, fighting off demons and standing up to villians flaunting his magical prowess, Harry embarks on some of life’s most excitingly absurd adventures.
This one makes for some memorable moments your child will cherish forever, trust me!
6. The Incredibles
Two married superheroes, Elastigirl and Mr. Incredible, after starting a family, decide to live an ordinary life, concealing their superpowers from the world in order to protect their children after the government calls a ban on all superpowers.
Although Mr. Incredible loves his family, he craves the rush of solving crimes and bringing justice.
Life takes a turn when Mr. incredible is called on a top-secret mission to a secret island in order to defeat a malfunctioned robot. He has discovered that he is not as powerful as he used to be and his family comes to his rescue.
Download/stream this one now, and make some great memories with your kids.
7. The Wizard of Oz
1939 adventure comedy musical flick, the Wizard of Oz is the most well-known and commercially successful fantasy tales. Once a deadly tornado hit Kansas, Dorothy and her dog Toto are torn away from their lives and brought to the foreign land of Oz.
After following the long Yellow Brick Road, they arrive in Emerald City and along the way meet an array of different people who need the help of the wizard to help them return to their normal lives.
The gang includes the Tin Man who is in dire need of a heart, a Scarecrow looking for a brain, and a Cowardly Lion wanting a dose of courage. However, they need to face the Wicked Witch of the West in order to steal her broom to bring to the wizard for his help.
A successful adaptation of the 1900 book, The Wizard of Oz by L.Frank Baum this one takes you on an amazing trip down fantasy land.
8. Lilo And Stitch
A 2002 American science fiction comedy drama, Lilo & Stitch is an emotional tale about true friendship. Set in Hawaii, this film follows the life of a lonely girl named Lilo, who is raised by her older sister Nani, after the death of her parents.
In need of a friend, she meets the extraterrestrial Stitch who she immediately grows on. Stitch, an experiment gone wrong has escaped from another planet and arrived on Earth.
But with the help of Lilo, he begins to feel the importance of family, along with normal human emotions, which is all that Lilo has ever wanted. Kids will love this one, trust me!
9. E.T: The Extra Terrestrial
Directed by Steven SpielberElliot, this 1982 American science fiction fantasy film is totally loveable! A young impressionable boy discovers a fragile and kind alien that is left on Earth. The alien meets his siblings and all three grow close to him but decide to keep it a secret.
However, once the government becomes aware of its existence, Elliot and his siblings try their hardest to keep it safe. Funny, quirky and just plain adorable, this movie is loved by all.
10. Mary Poppins
The Banks family hires a new nanny and the children, Jane and Michael, although very hesitant at the initial thought of her, soon discover upon her magical arrival that her stay will definitely be life-changing.
Along with her Cockney performer friend Bert, Mary Poppins show the children a positive and happy way of living. Which is something they wish they could instil in their absent-minded parents.
Directed by Robert Stevenson, this 1964 American musical fantasy-comedy film is a total masterpiece!
These iconic films will be remembered forever, hence it’s only fair children everywhere indulge in these cinematic masterpieces before they grow up and face the harsh realities of the real world. Not to mention, these films stick with you throughout your whole life.
So which one of these are you planning on watching with your kids? Comment below! Happy watching 🙂
Automobiles have made travel quite easy for us. Back then, it used to take days for people to travel from one part of the country to another. Automotives have reduced that time by a major margin. We cannot comprehend the concept of automobiles with enough depth. That said, where there are automobiles, there are accidents and fatalities. However, the aim of progress should be to minimize such incidents so that there may be driving without worry. Honda seems to be working on something of the sort.
According to sources, they have announced new safety technology that is going to be integrated into their vehicles in the next couple of decades. They are one of the first ones to announce and plan to implement such technology into vehicles. Automobile accidents are quite high each year and they want to bring that number down, at least from their brand. So, let us dive into the details of it all.
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Honda With Safety
It seems that the brand is intent on making the world a safer place to live. In a recent statement, they mentioned how they wish to introduce safety technology in all their vehicles soon. Within the next two to three decades, we might just see state-of-the-art safety features in all Honda vehicles. Not just that, the features might be able to predict and prevent accidents.
This is based off of the reports that Honda is going to use 360 vision-based technology in their vehicles. The vehicle will have an eye out on all sides, taking all manner of events into perspective. In doing so, Honda wishes to reduce human error as much as possible, to a zero. It is also why this initiative is being referred to as the zero human error initiative.
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Cautious Driving
There is nothing more concerning, on the road, than an automotive accident. It can send a chill down the spine and an ice-cold feeling through the heart. If Honda manages to go quite a distance with such safety technology, it is going to mean ease for a lot of drivers. They will not have to worry much about accidents when driving.
That said, always wear your seatbelt and adhere to the laws of the road. It only takes a split second for a happy moment to become a dire one. Take care of yourself and your loved ones.
Karachi: 29th November 2021 – Dawlance is the leading producer of home-appliances and electronics in Pakistan, which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Arçelik – the 2nd largest manufacturing enterprise in Europe. The Consul General of Turkey – Mr. Tolga Uçak, recently visited the Dawlance Private Limited factory (DPL–2) in Karachi, to inaugurate its newly installed, state-of-the-art manufacturing plant for air-conditioners.
This visit of a high-ranking envoy from Turkey, holds immense importance for Dawlance, as it reflects the strong relations between the two brotherly nations, enabling socio-economic collaboration and technology transfers for sustainable growth and prosperity. This diplomatic engagement will further strengthen the brand-equity of Dawlance and Arçelik on an international level.
Consul General of Turkey – Mr. Tolga stated: “It is an honour for me to share my views with you today on the cherishing relation between Turkey and Pakistan and our future strategies. After one year of my arrival, Arçelik acquired Dawlance, and there was a great communication system between Dawlance and the parent company, which was hindered by the pandemic but as the pandemic is losing its grip, the communication bridge is rejuvenating between the two companies.
I extend my congratulations to Mr. Umar, Mr. Haroon, Arçelik, and all the workforce of Dawlance making this journey of 5 years a fruitful and pleasant voyage. Also heartiest well-wishes to Dawlance for a successful venture that has completed 40 years of operation out of which five were with Arçelik, and I hope this relationship grows stronger with time.
Dawlance is serving Pakistan with all its capabilities and we will make sure that it continues its efforts, we will bring reforms in the R&D, electronics sector education and prepare skillful youth to carry forward the mission and vision we have set. My best wishes are with Dawlance and Kotch group, and I believe that they will continue to strengthen our bilateral relations. Even though my tenure is over, a new chapter is waiting for all of you, thank you.”
The Chief Executive Officer of Dawlance – Umar Ahsan Khan expressed his pleasure on hosting the Turkish Consul General and said that: “It is an honour for Dawlance to be recognized by the Turkish government, as Mr. Tolga Uçak has officially appreciated our large-scale investments and efforts, to nurture higher productivity and consistent innovation in Pakistan. We remain committed to creating more employment opportunities for the skilled and unskilled workforce in Pakistan, while we deploy advanced technologies to build capacity and gain expertise in local manufacturing and marketing of electronic products, supported by our nationwide network of dealers.”
For over forty years now, Dawlance products have exceeded the customer’s expectations, with unmatched quality, performance and energy conservation. Recently, the company has also evolved its smartphone-enabled, user-friendly website www.dawlance.com.pk offering unmatched convenience, efficiency and transparency, through e-Commerce accessibility, round-the-clock, on-the-go. This revolutionary solution is backed by the company’s highly responsive, nationwide sales & service network. As a responsible and sustainable enterprise – Dawlance is also making great contributions towards the socio-economic development of Pakistan.
Arçelik – the largest enterprise in Turkey, took over Dawlance in 2016 and it has now invested well over 50 million Euros in its Pakistani subsidiary, to enable rapid expansions and competitive advantage, in research and development of its products and the brand. This global collaboration promises tremendous enrichments and resources, along with rich multi-national experience and vision and strict compliance to global standards of quality, safety and energy conservation.
Hania Aamir, the Dilruba actress is a talented actress but she remains in the public’s eye for more than her projects. The way she used to vocalize what she believed in, through her Instagram, may seem brave to some but attracted criticism from many others. Her expression of love doesn’t sit well with others with, case in point will be her viral video with Aashir Wajahat. But today, we are here to discuss the actress in relation to Asim Azhar.
We were all aware of them dating. And well, they even went travelling together; remember the Turkey vlog? Soon after, they broke up and did not say a word about it. A year passed by in silence and suddenly, both of them felt the urge to speak about what had transpired. The drama became public and most of the showbiz fraternity was seen taking sides. Some rooted for the Ghalatfehmi singer while others supported the Anaa actress.
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Like all dramas though, this one also got sidelines. However, the level of pettiness it had gotten to, one could not imagine them getting back to being on good terms.
Asim Azhar concert
The singer has been on a roll these days, going from concert to concert. Last night, he performed for the Karachi audience at the Moin Khan Stadium. The hype was great as well as the setup. But what got our attention was this clip where you can see Hania Aamir vibing to Asim singing on stage.
Yes, you read that right. Hania Aamir was at Asim Azhar’s concert last night. The question is not why or that whether they are back together. The question is, how do you come back from such a low where you called the other person out publicly to attend their concert?
Meanwhile, after the internet fight between both exes, it was being hinted that Asim Azhar was dating Merub Ali. No one denied or confirmed the news but soon after you could see Merub planning birthday parties for Asim Azhar and dedicated heartfelt Instagram stories to the singer as he roamed UAE.
What’s happening then? Is Asim on good terms with Hania? Are they back together? What’s the story with Merub? Well, we will have to wait for him to clarify, until then revel in the incredible song Ishqiya sung by talented Asim.
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Karachi: Pakistan’s leading real estate enterprise Zameen.com recently organised a 2-day-long Property Sales Event (PSE) at the Ramada Hotel in Karachi. A large number of people attended the event, however, all government-sanctioned SOPs for the prevention of COVID-19 were observed by the attendees and the event organizers.
The event featured 25+ real estate projects from Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur and Quetta, for which Zameen.com is the exclusive sales and marketing partner, including Burj Al Jinnah, Aman Golf View, the Mega Mall and Residency, Omega Mall North Karachi, Omega Mall Airport, Oasis Park Residencia, and FalakNaz Dream Villas, Cliff Vista, Maymar Pride, Sum Sum Housing Scheme. In addition, special deals and discounts were offered to the attendees during the event.
Zameen’s Senior Director (South) Taha Mehmood was present on the occasion, and was accompanied by Zameen Director Agha Israr, Associate Director Hyderabad Asim Bhatti, and Associate Directors Karachi Shoaib Anees, Asghar Ali, and Sultan Ahmed Zaman.
Speaking on the occasion, Zameen.com’s Senior Director (South) Taha Mehmood stated that the purpose of the Property Sales Events was to deliver the best and most trustworthy projects and investment advice to the public under one roof. The projects onboarded by Zameen offer potential customers the best facilities in the market and incredible investment opportunities with great returns. He added that while the COIVD-19 pandemic had affected industries across the world, including the local real estate sector, things were already looking much better, and that in the coming months the property market would present avenues for growth and profit for all.
During the event, Zameen.com’s Sales Experts took the time to present a statistical overview of the current market situation, in addition to providing information on safe and secure real estate investment opportunities in the city and beyond. The efforts of Zameen.com in this regard were appreciated by the large crowd of attendees at the event.
Khaadi CEO, Shamoon Sultan, has taken the brand to new levels. In achieving heights, you of course have to come across people who would attempt to pull you down. But how you pitch those heights is a whole different matter. And in such a step, Shamoon has gathered quite some trolls to have a go at him.
The CEO Khaadi took to his personal Facebook account sharing a heartfelt message appreciating his Khaadi team and cheering them on the achievement. The message read, “Khaadi and its team are about to change the game of customer experience and Retail shopping in high street fashion.”
He said that they had done it before and they were ready to do it again. According to the statement, he wanted people to mark their calendars for December 2021; that the new journey will be grand as there will be no going back.
The post further read:
“The new Dolmen store opening this coming weekend will be my most significant achievement, and I could not have done it without Khaadi and its team. Ready to put this store next to any international high street brand and win on the retail experience and product design.”
If this wasn’t enough, he named some top brands saying that he accepts their challenge. The brands included: Zara, H&M, Uniqlo, and Mango.
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Trolls fastened their seatbelts
As he signed off with two words, ‘challenge accepted’, it became as clear as sky that Pakistanis will be ready to make fun of him. And the fun did indeed begin. People took a screenshot of the post and published it on their portals giving the trolls an arena to perform and they weren’t too wrong either just by the way. The vocabulary used by the CEO could have anyone responding this way.
One such Pakistani said that the tone of the statement seemed like Shamoon was opening a store outside Pakistan.
Meanwhile, others hinted at how Khaadi could focus more on the declining quality of the product than the retail experience.
There were some who spoke in his favour too, though. They commented on the hardworking nature of him and his team. But the question is not whether the brand focuses on effort or not, is it? The question is of the vocabulary or rather tone of the post which makes one think that the CEO may be opening doors in Hollywood probably.
Well, to what extent do you agree with the trolls?
Stay tuned to Brandsynario for the latest news and updates!
Sajal Aly and Ahad Raza Mir have long since evaded the public’s pressure to expose their personal life but now it seems they have confronted it. Sajal Aly started an “ask me a question” drive on her Instagram stories in which someone asked a typical Pakistani question concerned with a couple conceiving. Here’s how she responded to it!
What Was She Asked?
Sajal Aly was asked about her “khush khabri” status on her Instagram stories. It appears a random person had asked her that question as is always the case in Pakistan. Have you ever noticed how no one close to you asks? The khush khabri question is a must-ask by everyone random and irrelevant in your family to the newly wedded couple.
It’s as if people believe that getting married is for the purpose of having children. Have a look at the question and answer by Sajal!
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What Did Sajal Say?
Sajal Aly is very smart and definitely graceful when it comes to such instances. Many would either ignore this question completely and then rant about it or post the question and give a rude reply. Instead, Sajal Aly posted the question and then gave a witty and quirky reply!
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She promoted her new show SinfeAhan through it and we have to ask, did she have a marketing degree?
It is pertinent to normalise to not ask this question. It is important to normalise people not being concerned with when someone has a child and when someone doesn’t. What is the obsession for? If people are so obsessed then why not be the ones to always be distributing the khush khabri for their own family!
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Not only is this embarrassing for the newly wedded couple but it also has other bad implications. Someone with fertility issues would start avoiding family gathering if they are constantly asked this. You never know what people are going through, these personal questions are not for entertainment.
SinfeAhan is ISPR’s latest collaboration with the entertainment industry after Ehd-e-Wafa. In the previous Ahad Raza Mir proved his talent and now it’s Sajal Aly taking the stage. Only a couple of episodes have been released so far but Sajal seems to be making a fan out of everybody. Have you seen it yet?
Xiaomi is one of the fastest-rising brands in Pakistan. It started off as an underdog and has since risen high above the ranks. Not only does it offer robust smartphones at a budget price, it even has a flagship phone range. You can go with any form of budget and still come back with a notable phone. They offer premium features that are not present in other smartphones of the same range. That said, the Xiaomi 12 Mini has just had its early details surface. So, what is it about this phone that has attracted a lot of customers?
We know that Xiaomi decided to go into another industry by building an electric car. That was quite a revelation on their end because they had never done it before. When they went into another domain, people could not believe what they were seeing. Yet, as the reports have shown, they have dived quite deep into the niche, with people working on research and development.
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Xiaomi 12 Mini Details
The mini variant, as the phone is going to be called, is going to have a 6.3-inch screen. While that does not mean the phone is going to be a compact one, it is considerably smaller than other Xiaomi phones. Apart from this, the Xiaomi 12 Mini is going to be powered by the Snapdragon 870. That sounds quite ahead of the current generation of processors. The Xiaomi 12 series will sport an FHD+ display and is quite not as similar as the Xiaomi 12 youth edition.
That said, we are not sure of the exact price of the smartphone. However, we expect it to be much lesser than the other mini smartphone variants out there. There also appears to be a closely related model with a 6.6-inch display.
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What To Expect Now
The Xiaomi 12 Mini is sure to turn quite a few heads when it comes to robustness. Not just that, there is surely going to be a greater influx of users when this phone is finally released. It shows that to have the experience of a mini variant, one does not have to buy a flagship phone. It is one of the best things about Xiaomi. They understand their user base well and they design their devices accordingly
We have yet to see how the smartphone is going to work in the market, but we can expect a lot of hype around it. It is the first time that we are seeing such innovation and we can hope to have a lot of specifications that are going to impress.
Jeddah, being a part of Saudi Arabia, is full of the strongest rules and regulations pertaining to many things. One of the strictest regulations is on the serving and consumption of alcohol which is totally forbidden. However, to bring the spice of a bar to life, someone opened a “halal” bar in Jeddah. Here’s what you didn’t know before:
The Halal Bar in Jeddah
The bar is called Twilight and it is located in the heart of Jeddah. People in Jeddah came to know about it from an advertisement. The bar ran a 140-second advertisement which many social media celebrities also posted. The advertisement describes the place as serving “alcohol-free wine” at this “halal bar”.
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What gained the place a lot of hype was that it’s the first bar in Jeddah. None of its drinks contains alcohol and apparently, there is halal wine also which is why many flocked to it.
Twilight Bar
The place serves many delicious food items as well such as burgers and other appetizers. To give the proper vibe of a bar, they have the same glasses for wine and beer and the drinks also resemble the real thing. Think of the burgundy wine colour and the apple-juice looking beer— you have it all at Twilight.
However, all good things must come to an end especially in Jeddah. The authorities cracked down on the halal bar and the owner of it has several cases against him in court. Last year, a Criminal Court in Jeddah convicted the owner of a “halal bar” to three months in prison. Moreover, the owner was fined 10,000 riyals for using words that violate public morals and religion in the advertisement ran on social media.
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The Court also ultimately banned the advert. The owner defended himself to the fullest by pointing out that drinks are halal— there is no trace of alcohol in them. Moreover, the drinks were bought from licensed suppliers in the Saudi market. However, the court did not budge.
An unfortunate video is going viral in India. What set out to be a happy union between a bride and a groom resulted in a fainted bride on the stage alone, no groom in sight. The groom fled the scene like a culprit and people are shocked at the reason.
What’s Going Viral?
A video shows a marriage taking place in India. It appears the bride and groom were brought together by an arranged marriage. Their body language indicates no comfort and what happens in the end also proves it was an arranged marriage. The two are sitting together calmly while a wedding ritual is being completed.
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Suddenly, the bride loses her balance on the stage and falls to the side. Though the groom looks towards her out of concern, when he sees the bride’s face uncovered, the most unthinkable happens. He immediately takes a step back, takes off his sehra and garland and makes a run for it. He simply fled the wedding!
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It Doesn’t Make Sense
This video looks like a prank, to begin with, the way it is going viral shows that a prankster’s dreams have come true. Additionally, the background music in the video, the people’s reactions, etc all point towards the fact that this may not be real.
The groom is so horrified at what he has seen that his face looks ghastly. It’s as if he has seen a ghost. Moreover, when he’s about to run away, it’s as if the wedding guests on the stage expected it. However, they try to stop him with all their might before he escapes. What could be behind the veil? We’re unsure!
Could This Be A Product Of Culture?
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In south-Asian cultures, we have something called blind marriages! This is to match the blind dates people have in western culture. Many times, the bride and groom see each other’s faces for the first time in person on their wedding day. Until then, only pictures are shown to each other and sometimes not even that. The huge distance put between two people all set to spend their life together can be problematic.
The biggest example is this viral video. Though it is making everyone laugh, it is actually incredibly sad. It is unfortunate for the bride whose misery the world is laughing over. Moreover, it is also unfortunate for the groom. He must have run away for a reason which was not disclosed earlier.
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Every brand goes through a life cycle. After excelling for some time most of them reach saturation and slowly die away. But it’s the most amazing ones who after reaching maturity, further up their game and once again start excelling reaching new heights. So for this article today, we have assembled a list of Pakistani brands that have upped their game and made themselves even more amazing.
1. KFC Pakistan
Top of the list is KFC. Not just the quality, they have also made their advertising strategy better for traditional as well as digital media.
2. Realme Pakistan
The tech brand has introduced Pakistan to a whole new world. Initially, the masses were only aware of smartphones. And they would get the other accessories such as earphones along with it. But now, they have made Pakistan realize the extent of what the tech industry offers.
3. Hush Puppies
In terms of footwear, Pakistan only had Bata for some time. Plus, footwear is the category that normally gets ignored. But Hush Puppies saw that and started building upon it. Now, with a better game, they are climbing the ladder.
4. KIA
By introducing Sorento in the Pakistani market, KIA has focused on its quality which shows that they are focusing on what the local market wants.
5. Kashmir
Kashmir Cooking Oil changed its positioning from a mother’s love which every cooking oil shows to nostalgia. They have epically portrayed storytelling and one appreciates them, even more, when you see that they transitioned away smoothly from showing gender roles.
6. GulAhmed Ideas
Apparel brand, Gul Ahmed has had to navigate through a lot of competition being focussed on desi wear but they have done it very gracefully and you can see that through their ongoing operations.
7. Imtiaz Supermarket
They have realized that they are a necessity that does not cater to just one SEC. As a result, they have made their image one that is more of an all-rounding one.
8. Diners
Diners is known for apparel focused on the male gender. Focusing more on the advertising strategy, they have made the brand stand out by signing celebrities and launching digital and traditional centric campaigns.
9. Outfitters
In terms of quality, Outfitters had very basic articles. But now, in the course of a few years, they have introduced a class in their products.
10. Ethnic
Aligned with the brand Outfitters, Ethnic, has also levelled their quality.
When Pakistani brands go up the food chain they are able to provide a better consumer experience.
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There are many vehicular brands out in the world today. If we were to look even decades ago, you are going to find quite a lot of them. Automobiles have been around for more than a century now, and they are approaching a whole new age. In this day and age of global warming, there is a bigger need to solve a crisis. Despite there being solutions, we have to tackle it with more methods. With that in mind, we have to talk about what BMW has been up to. They are one of the front runners of innovation and they are working on something quite unique.
According to sources, the company has released a concept of I Vision Circular. It is the design of a vehicle that is made majorly out of recycled items. In fact, it is made out of fully recycled items. Of course, BMW has aimed to be the most sustainable manufacturer of vehicles in the world. That is not going to be easy for a company that intends to convert its whole ecosystem. However, the I Vision is surely a good entry point towards that.
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BMW And I Vision Circular
This is part of a process that is known as decarbonization. To do it on such a scale as the BMW brand is something is that going to be a big task. For now, the I Vision proves to be a great build. It is, basically, a research project that has been designed to communicate the company’s ideas. It is telling everyone that they are going to move to this industry. One of the focuses, of the design project, was to make sure it was resource-efficient. It is also to ensure they can be separated quickly at the end of the product lifecycle.
The vehicle has stuck to the traditional grille design, however, it has been done with lights instead. Lights achieve the entire design on the front and even the logo is lasered to avoid adding parts. It is going to help with the vehicle’s driving efficiency. In the interior, the design is like Ikea furniture and even feels quite premium. Inside the vehicle, a lot of 3D printed processes have taken place, including parts of the seat.
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Recycles Vehicles
That said, we hope to see this vehicle on the streets of the world in no time. It seems to be quite promising because it tells us of an era that could be coming soon. The vehicle can achieve quite a lot in terms of efficiency and it can be dismantled easily too. Once it is done, you can just discard it properly.
If we start driving now, we can just put the entire car inside a shredder in 2040. The car is surely inspiring radical new thinking in their engineers and developers. There is no doubt that people are going to want to drive this when it makes it to production. For now, let us bask in the information that such a concept of a car does exist.
PUBG MOBILE is bringing the greatest crossover for all Ertugrul fans and we are here for it!
The most popular battle royale games, PUBG MOBILE, collaborates with our favorite Engin Altan Düzyatan, the protagonist who rose to international prominence for his role as Ghazi in the renowned most popular Turkish show, Ertugrul. Throughout the series, Ghazi proved to show impeccable courage and wisdom that truly conquered the hearts of our Pakistani audience, leaving an everlasting impression of his brilliance that swayed us all. Throughout the series, this warrior’s exemplary fighting spirit and fearlessness serve as an immense inspiration to the PUBG MOBILE gaming community in Pakistan.
In-Game Exclusive Items
PUBG MOBILE will introduce the fans to the Heroic Warrior series in the game, which includes a Heroic Warrior Set, Heroic Warrior Cover and Warrior Avatar Frame.
Altan’s voice pack is another special key addition to this event. PUBG MOBILE fans will get a hand on experience of hearing Altan’s voice during the gameplay.
All the events are only available during Nov 26 – 9 Dec.
In addition to this, PUBG MOBILE players can also avail a promotion series of super limited-edition rewards by logging into the game during the event and experiencing Altan’s skin.
Snack Video Hashtag Challenge
For PUBG MOBILE and Altan fans eager to show their excitement about this crossover, PUBG MOBILE has got an additional challenge planned for you!
Participate in #GhaziPUBGM snack video challenge and take your videos viral with the hashtag. Share your admiration for Altan and PUBG MOBILE with creative videos and get a chance to become one of the lucky winners to win the following:
An iPhone 13 (for top three winners)
1000 PKR cash prize (for the next 10 winners)
The hashtag challenge will launch from 26th November – 2nd December. Stay tuned for PUBG MOBILE’s upcoming announcement on the challenge details.
Turkey has its unfair share of beautiful men and women who have made it proud with their talent. All the dramas that Pakistanis have been hooked on, starting from Ishq-e-Mamnoon and ending with Ertugrul have had some stellar actors and actresses. But we can’t get enough! Here are some of the most beautiful and talented actresses from Turkey we want to see on our screens.
1. Alina Boz
Alina Boz played in Sevda’nın Bahçesi (The Garden of Sevda) Turkish TV drama which took her name to the next level. It was a TV mini-Series and she acted as Defne. After that, she has been offered a role in a Netflix Original Turkish series. We can’t wait for it!
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2. Tuba Büyüküstün
Tuba is what you call the legend of Turkish actresses. She is in a league of her own and is the best and perhaps most beautiful actress Turkey has to offer. She has been acting for two decades now and has two daughters of her own too!
Develi ranks in the top tier for the Turkish in terms of talent and beauty. The picture alone speaks for itself: she is attractive beyond measure. However, what really sets her apart is her acting endeavours, many of which have been hits.
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4. Aslıhan Güner
Guner is currently one of the most famous actresses in Turkey. She has made her mark in the industry with several acting projects and also a Netflix original. A sight to behold indeed.
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5. İlayda Alişan
Ilayda Alisan is another beautiful and insanely talented actress currently starring in Therapist mini internet series. She’s got some huge accomplishments to her name. Her last accomplishment was being selected as the shining star in the 46th Pantene Golden Butterfly Awards.
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6. Melisa Aslı Pamuk
Pamuk appeared in the phenomenal and widely popular Turkish TV drama, (The Red Room). Following that, she never looked back. She has since then enjoyed praise locally and internationally.
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7. Öykü Karayel
According to Turkish, if there was one actress who made her mark in 2021, it was Karayel. She played the role of Meryem in Bir Başkadır (Ethos), a Turkish original series on Netflix, which brought her international fame too.
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8. Ayça Ayşin Turan
Would you believe Turan is an accomplished, beautiful actress at only 23? She is currently pursuing her higher studies in Turkey and does acting alongside. She is most known for her role in Hakan: Muhafız (The Protector).
Image Source: TurkBlog
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If there is one thing that living in Lahore has taught me, it is that this place has all the best that life has to offer in Pakistan. From food items to clothing and assorted accessories, from salons to bridal photography, Lahore has a little bit of everything.
Since it is always wedding season in Pakistan, bridal salons are always frequented by women. Finding the best salon for your big day can be tricky so I complied a list of the top choice by popularity vote and a bit of research.
Here are the top 5 salons for party makeup, hair styling or bridal makeover.
Ather Shahzad Salon And Studio
If you live in Lahore and are about to get married or know somebody who is, this name might have come up once or twice in a wedding related discussion.
His name is one of the most renowned in the film and drama industry also, from fashion shows in Karachi to Dubai, he has made a huge name for himself in the bridal world. Apart from bridal services, his salon also offers hair styling and party wear makeup.
And that’s not all, he himself is an experienced photographer and a bride can also book a photography session with his salon.
Address: 1 C, Block P, Gulberg – II, Lahore.
The name Maryam Khawaja is a fairly recent addition to the list of best makeup artists in Pakistan, and boy are we glad to have her there!
Maryam’s salon works in tiers; she teaches selected talented individuals. As a client, you can opt to be either readied by her or by one of her accomplished students. Obviously, her charges are more than that of her students but I believe for one of your main events you can go all out and have her as your makeup artist.
What is even more interesting about Maryam Khawaja’s salon is that you can request for a photo shoot by Irfan Ahson using one of their bridal packages. For those of you who aren’t psyched about it, I request all of you to visit his Facebook page once, you will know why his photography and Maryam Khawaja’s salon make such a good combination.
Address: 67 B-1, Gulberg – 3, Lahore.
Madeeha’s Bridal Salon and Makeup
Madeeha’s is one of the oldest names when it comes to the makeup industry in Lahore. She has a huge fan following and clientele; her salon offers a number of services like spa, facial, body massages, hair styling, party makeup and bridal makeup and associated services. If you’re looking for a bridal salon that offers all kinds of services; this is it.
From makeup services to single shoot to couple shoots, this is the place where you can get it all.
Her address: Sector DD, DHA 4, Lahore.
Depilex
This is one of the oldest and most well-known salons of Lahore. It was established by Masarrat Misbah in the early 1980s and provides its clients with a variety of everyday services. Depilex has made a good name for itself in the field of party makeup, bridal makeup and professional model photo shoots.
Mrs. Masarrat herself also provides training to individuals at very reasonable rates and a lot of her students have succeeded in setting up their own successful parlors.
Her address: 22-Z, Commercial Area, Phase III, DHA, Lahore
Toni & Guy
Toni & Guy is an international name; a global legend if you will. Since its introduction in Lahore, it has steadily grown into the ‘it’ place for people who are seeking to adopt the latest hair styling and makeup trends.
Where Toni & Guy has an exceptional name in the field of casual and party makeup and styling in Pakistan it still has to make its way into the bridal makeup arena, where some of the strong contenders will definitely give it a very tough time.
Their address: 20-C-1 M.M Alam Road, Pakistan, 54660.
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With winters, we welcome the trend of stepping out with friends and family for a cup of nice hot and frothy coffee! I mean what is it that coffee can’t fix? It’s basically sheer joy!
Coffee is not merely a drink; it is a lifestyle! People do business over coffee, fall in love with each other over coffee dates, makeup with loved ones by inviting them for a cup of coffee, hang out with friends for coffee, people take a break for coffee during long working hours; accept it or not, coffee does have a special place in everyone’s lives.
This magic drink is an integral part of our lifestyle. Not only that, coffee has the power to uplift your mood and wake you up in an instant.
After a little contemplating and exploring we wanted to share with you the few places where you can step out and have a nice big mug of lip-smacking coffee!
Espresso is the go-to place for coffee lovers. As the name suggests, this coffee bar is recognized as one of the best places to sip a cup of coffee.
Ever since the brand started its operation in 2005, the elusive taste and originality of their coffee have remained their expertise. It has made the move from a small coffee bar at Zamzama to many well-designed and aesthetically done cafes in elite areas of Karachi.
From hot coffee to cold mocha and from expresso shots to frothy cappuccino, Espresso brews every sort of coffee, but a cup of Americano can awaken your spirits and entertain your coffee cravings like no other. Espresso is one homegrown brand that is one of the most favorite choices for a frothy cup of coffee.
With a winning combination of indoor and outdoor seating arrangements, this coffee house started its operation from Sindhi Muslim a few years back and now has another cafe bar in Dolmen City Mall.
With more than 25 branches running all over Pakistan and two in Karachi, Gloria Jeans is the place that offers a wide variety of single origin, blends, flavored and decaffeinated whole bean coffee.
Urban design and decor, friendly staff, a dozen snacks and a variety of food options at Gloria make it a perfect place for that much-coveted coffee date!
New York Coffee is not a new name among the many coffee houses in Karachi. In a very short span of time, the coffee bar has gained much popularity only based on the freshly brewed, frothy mugs of coffee.
Unlike other coffee houses, New York Coffee serves that dose of caffeine in a crystal glass so that you can see many layers of caramel, cream, and froth while you sip your delicious coffee.
The taste of freshly brewed coffee is a pure delight that serves your coffee cravings and hits you at the right spot.
Butler’s cafe is another hot spot for coffee lovers residing in K-Town. Butler’s coffee, especially their cold coffee is heavenly and the choice of picking up one Butler’s signature chocolate is something that makes it even more special.
With its oh-so-comfy chairs and a wide array of those grooving 1940s tunes, coffee served at Butler’s Cafe is a cut above the average coffee bar. It is a full-service coffee house, with freshly brewed coffee and coffee drinks.
Butler’s is not a pre-fab coffee cafe, delivering that pre-brewed or fresh-packed coffee; they serve coffee the old-fashioned way.
For the love of coffee is one of the places that you should visit! Tucked within a quiet lane in Zamzama, complete with its own mini bookshelf and decor that exudes the vibe of the perfect little coffee shop, FLOC is more of a retreat than a place with great food.
We recommend you try their nitro coffee and salted caramel.
The chic little spot is located on Khayaban-e-Shahbaz, Lane 4. It screams girl power with a bright neon sign illuminating the eatery in a faint pink glow that reads ‘Who run the world?’
Along with their delicious donuts, Easy offers a wide range of coffee that will certainly be a treat for your tastebuds. Their coffee is frothy and pairing it with their glazed donut will take you on a trip to Coffee Feilds of Tanzania!
Cinnabon is known for their world celebrated classic cinnamon rolls in addition to other heavenly treats such as the Caramel Pecanbon, Cinnabon Stix, and Chocobon, they also offer delicious beverages. Their most popular beverages are the Mochalatta Chill and caramel latte which are a great favorite among many coffee lovers. Their handcrafted espresso, as well as other specialty beverages, are famous all over Karachi.
It’s a cozy place and you’ll love every sip of the beverage that you take.
Located at 54-C, Khayaban-e-Shahbaz, Phase 6, D.H.A., Karachi, Pakistan.
Mocca is all about standing out and being unique. With their passion for fine ingredients and the love for a simple and minimalistic design, Mocca has quickly become a popular social hub among Karachiites.
Their coffee and dessert are worth trying and we’d highly recommend their butterscotch cappuccino!
Nobby’s, which literally means the high end, welcomes you with a very chic aura. You can walk down into the lower level for a warm and private setting or you can opt for ground-level dining if you want to experience the hustle-bustle of everyone going in and out.
The coffee, we have to say, is simply perfect. We’d recommend a cold, hazelnut latte that will hit all your right spots.
If you have been on the hunt for good coffee in the city, you can finally put it to rest. The fairly small coffee place – Coffee Wagera on Badar Commercial, near Sohny Sweets, has everything that you might require from such a joint. It may not be Pakistan’s answer to Starbucks but according to owner Mr. Mush Panjwani, it is ‘the only coffee shop in Pakistan.’
With flavors like Hazelnut, Vanilla, Butterscotch and Caramel, these are the staple drinks that should not be missed when trying their coffee.
Esquires Coffee is an international brand of coffee. It has a branch in phase 5 Zamzama. They provide a unique variety of coffees. Some of their exclusive coffees are iced white mocha, and iced salted caramel latte, mocha frappe, Madagascar vanilla latte, and caramel macchiato.
You can also taste different loaves of bread here as well like walnut and dates bread, kraftkorn bread, rustic bread, and German country bread.
Lal’s is one of the personal favourite places to go out with friends because of the relaxing ambiance, mood lighting and a great selection of Coffees.
There’s always a fleet of waiters looking to serve customers which is always a plus one. Their Dark Chocolate Latte is happiness in a cup for only Rs.320 and their Caramel Macchiato Latte is just the perfect thing to drink if you want something on a sweeter side.
Price range: PKR 350-500
Which one is your favorite coffee shop in K-town? Let us know by commenting below.
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