Category: Entertainment

Lahore (Qasim Ali) Ajoka Theatre, renowned for its thought-provoking productions, presented a special performance of its acclaimed play “Bulha and Banda” at the Punjab Institute for Language Art and Culture (PILAC). The exclusive show was organized for a distinguished delegation of students from the esteemed Harvard University of America. Written by Ajoka’s Executive Director, Shahid…

The campaign features ENHYPEN dropping the Spotify K-Pop ON! Single in an ode to BTS, delivering their rendition of “I NEED U” – with a twist. Pakistan (Muhammad Yasir)  Spotify celebrated the anniversary of its global K-Pop flagship playlist,  K-Pop ON! , dedicated to giving listeners a platform to discover and tune in to the…

Pakistan (Muhammad Yasir) Amar Khan, The anticipation is palpable as the first teaser of Amar Khan’s upcoming drama series as writer, tentatively titled “Ishqaway,” has finally hit the screens. Following the resounding success of last year’s Ramadan special and Amar Khan’s first writing venture “Heer the Hero,” which showcased Khan’s remarkable writing talent, expectations are…

Karachi (Muhammad Yasir) Pakistani cinema makes a remarkable mark on the global stage as ‘Wakhri’ officially premiered in North America at the prestigious SXSW festival on March 8, 2024. This significant debut aligned perfectly with International Women’s Day, adding a poignant layer to the film’s narrative. Starring Faryal Mehmood in the titular role of ‘Wakhri’,…

Pakistan (Muhammad Yasir) With the auspicious month of Ramadan around the corner, Spotify has revealed some compelling insights into the streaming habits of its listeners in Pakistan during the Holy month of 2023. The 2023 data reveals a fascinating trend among Spotify listeners in Pakistan, with a spike in streaming time from 8:00 pm to…

“Microtonal South Asian vocal inflections, minimalism and hints of flamenco.” — New York Times. “The universal feeling this song evokes is one of pure bliss” — Paste Magazine, Best Songs of October. Pakistan (Muhammad Yasir) Following her critically acclaimed debut single “Mashoor” for Erased Tapes late last year, American composer and vocalist Sheherazaad unveils her…

Lahore (Qasim Ali) 9th Lyallpur Literary Festival in Faisalabad ended on a high note with  a stellar performance by Ajoka Theatre of their acclaimed play ” Bulha”. The play on the life and struggle of Bulleh Shah had live qawwali and mystical dancing and received a prolonged standing ovation. Ajoka Executive Director , speaking on…

Pakistan (Muhammad Yasir) Actor Hasan Saeed has said that if the quality of Punjabi films is improved, they can become the center of attention of the audience. The screening of Indian Punjabi films in Pakistani cinemas is welcome. Along with Indian artists, Pakistani artists are also acting in these films, thanks to which the cinema…

Pakistan (Muhammad Yasir) In continuation of its efforts to showcase some of the most talented female voices from the country, Spotify has announced Nimra Mehra as the EQUAL Pakistan Ambassador for February 2024. Nimra, a rising star in the Pakistani music scene, has her track “Je Pata Hunda” featured on the EQUAL Pakistan playlist for…