Category: Entertainment

Lahore (Qasim Ali) Glowing tributes were paid to Ajoka founder and theatre icon Madeeha Gauhar’s on her 6th death anniversary, at a dignified ceremony held at Ajoka office on Thursday evening. Attended by Madeeha’s family including sister Faryal Gauhar, son Nirvaan Nadeem and husband Shahid Nadeem, Ajoka members and theatre personalities, the programme included revival…

K-Pop has undeniably become a cultural phenomenon worldwide, captivating audiences with its diverse sounds, mesmerizing performances, and magnetic personalities. In Pakistan and across Southeast Asia, the love for K-Pop has surged dramatically in recent years. Since 2014, K-hip-hop streams on Spotify have skyrocketed by 95 times globally, and since 2018, K-Pop streams have soared by…

Celebrated Actress Naimal Khawar Launches Personal YouTube Channel to Connect Directly with Fans. Pakistan (Muhammad Yasir) Naimal Khawar, renowned for her captivating performances on screen, is excited to announce the launch of her personal YouTube channel, ‘Naimal Khawar Abbasi.’ The esteemed actress, also known for her prowess in the world of fine artistry, aims to…

SHARMEEN OBAID-CHINOY TO OPEN TRIBECA FESTIVAL WITH WORLD PREMIERE OF “DIANE VON FURSTENBERG: WOMAN IN CHARGE”. Pakistan (Muhammad Yasir)  Pakistani filmmaker and two-time Academy Award winner Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy will headline the opening night of the 2024 Tribeca Festival in New York City, with the world premiere of “Diane von Furstenberg: Woman In Charge”, co-directed by…

Lahore (Qasim Ali) The fabled Lawrence Hall of the Old Gymkhana (now Quaid i Azam Library) was filled with the air of history and a jam-packed audience on Wednesday evening when Ajoka’s new play had its staged reading. . It was a “Lawrence hat-trick”: a play titled “Lawrence in Lahore” was presented in the Lawrence…

Pakistan (Muhammad Yasir) Two of Pakistan’s most influential music powerhouses, Spotify and Coke Studio Pakistan, have teamed up for the second consecutive season to celebrate local music, talent and culture. On 14 April, Coke Studio Pakistan kicked off Season 15 with another star-studded line-up producing some sensational tracks, and Spotify is ready to offer fans…

TikTok Ad Awards: celebrating creative excellence on the platform across METAP markets. Pakistan (Muhammad Yasir) Today TikTok is proud to announce the launch of the first-ever TikTok Ad Awards in the METAP region. The awards program is designed to celebrate the brands and agencies leading the way on TikTok with their creative and high-performing campaigns,…

Lahore (Muhammad Yasir) Coke Studio announces Season 15, set to release on April 14th, 2024. Awarded as Pakistan’s biggest cultural export by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Coke Studio Season 15, featuring eleven original songs, will reflect the diversity of Pakistani culture, languages, genre and experiences, anchored in Pakistan’s passion and love for music. With…

Karachi (Muhammad Yasir) In a heartfelt departure from the blockbuster drama ‘Khaie,’ that recently ended , rising star Shuja Asad bids farewell to his iconic role as Barlas Khan, expressing deep gratitude to his fans, producers, and fellow cast members. Reflecting on his journey with the character, Shuja Asad shared, ‘From the moment I heard…

Zeb Bangash becomes EQUAL Pakistan’s Ambassador of the Month Pakistan (Muhammad Yasir) Spotify’s signature program, EQUAL Pakistan, dedicated to bringing some of the finest women musicians from the country into the spotlight, marks its second anniversary in March. In celebration, Spotify is treating its listeners to an exciting data mix that showcases the evolving landscape…