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Eyeing an Oscar? Not so fast, Pakistan
KARACHI: Much like the reactions to her Oscar-winning documentary Saving Face, the response to Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy’s initiative to form Pakistan’s first Academy award committee also oscillates...
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I respect Shahid Afridi’s sentiments: Humayun Saeed
KARACHI: The film Main Hoon Shahid Afridi has already played a typical Afridi innings, in that it is unpredictable yet keeping you on the edge of your seats. After being delayed by two weeks due to...
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Spoiler Alert: What is colourful and dull at the same time? Answer – Chennai...
KARACHI: It may be categorised in the ‘most inconsequential forms of cinema ever’ box, but Chennai Express has done wonders at the box office in Pakistan and India. The Shahrukh Khan and Deepika...
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Joshinder Chaggar set for another peculiar Conversation on stage
KARACHI: Back in 2010, choreographer and dance instructor Joshinder Chaggar was not quite as well-known as she is today. While some knew her as a humble rookie of the industry, others viewed her as...
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Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobara: Second time’s not the charm
KARACHI: From the dark and dangerous cinematic world of Ram Gopal Verma, to the raw and piercing depiction of Anurag Kahsyap, the gangster film genre has come of age in Bollywood. Here, the subject...
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Main Hoon Shahid Afridi: Of cricket and heartwarming stereotypes
KARACHI: You can’t deny that only cricket unites a divided nation like Pakistan. It gives us something to fist-pump and cheer for — the dream of a victory. A film like Main Hoon Shahid Afridi...
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Karachi makes way for bigger, better movie experiences
KARACHI: For moviegoers in Karachi, Phase VIII in the Defence Housing Authority is all set to become the ‘It’ destination with the launch of the Neuplex complex on Thursday, which claims to house the...
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Did you know?: Zinda Bhaag gets delayed till September 20
Just when Main Hoon Shahid Afridi’s success had increased the anticipation of more Pakistani films, it seems that cinema enthusiasts will have to wait a bit longer for their wishes to come true. The...
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Zinda Bhaag Soundtrack: Delving into the roots of Punjabi folklore
KARACHI: With all the matkas and dholaks hitting the right spots, Sahir Ali Bagga returns more convincingly with the soundtrack of Zinda Bhaag, after a rather lukewarm effort in the Ishq Khuda music...
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Did you know?: Main Hoon Shahid Afridi box office stats are out!
Despite controversies, unnecessary delays and the overwhelming and continuing success of Chennai Express, Humayun Saeed’s Main Hoon Shahid Afridi has earned Rs22 million in its first week of release...
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The Lamha arrives, grainy but strong
KARACHI: It makes for a sad story; Lamha director’s involvement in a murder case, the tragedy that befalls its lead characters and the audio-visual quality of the film itself are all unfortunate. But...
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UPA vs PASC: The ruckus over Zinda Bhaag’s Oscar recommendation
KARACHI: Pakistani cinema might have made a comeback, but the politics are very much the same. Soon after the Pakistani Academy Selection Committee (PASC) recommended Zinda Bhaag to the Academy of...
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Zinda Bhaag: This deserves an Oscar nod
KARACHI: In one scene of the film, an illegal ‘immigration expert’ is surgically recreating a passport for a man who is desperate to get out. He meticulously uses tweezers to peel off one passport...
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Box Office history: Racing to Rs150m milestone in 9 days
KARACHI / LAHORE / PESHAWAR: The box office battle between Waar and Boss has turned out to be a lucrative one. The two major releases coupled with smaller Urdu, Pashto and Punjabi films released this...
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Coke Studio Season 6, Episode 1: Trick or treat?
KARACHI: The much-awaited first episode of Coke Studio season 6 aired on Sunday evening after singles Jogi and Laili Jaan were released last week. The platform has a new look and feel; red, white and...
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Spoiler Alert! Boss: Don’t fear, Akshay Kumar is here
KARACHI: In the growingly popular realm of South Asian cinema-inspired action comedies, Akshay Kumar is, perhaps, the most suitable actor. He may not be as buff as Salman Khan but his built and moves...
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Jami’s Moor highlights lost livelihood in Balochistan
KARACHI: The journey of a director going from advertisements and music videos to the longer and more demanding medium of film, is not an easy one. A feature film takes much more time. It requires...
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Choorian, not Waar retains title as Pakistan’s highest-grossing film
KARACHI: According to the box office stats collection on Monday, Waar has grossed a whopping Rs168.3 million rupees in its three-week run. But the Bilal Lashari hit is still not the highest-grossing...
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Verdict on Nescafé Basement: Promising but non-experimental
KARACHI: Fresh music talent in Pakistan always finds it difficult to get attention. But the increasing number of platforms that feature ambitious musicians are rays of hope. With platforms as...
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Krrish 3: Laugh till you cry
KARACHI: There are films that you laugh along with and those you laugh at. Krrish 3 is in a league of its own, owing to poor performances and a ridiculous plot. If you find yourself laughing during...
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