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By Salman Khan | November 27, 2025
Netflix faced an hour-long outage for several US users on Wednesday evening, coinciding with the release of “Stranger Things” season five. Downdetector, which tracks outages using multiple sources, recorded fewer than 800 reports by 8:45pm ET, falling sharply from a peak of 14,290 incidents earlier in the day. In a response emailed to Reuters, Netflix…
By Salman Khan | November 26, 2025
Actor Nadia Khan has criticised the behaviour of several senior actresses in the industry, saying their attitude creates an unhealthy working environment on set. Nadia Khan, known for her outspoken style and viral talk shows, gained widespread recognition through the Nadia Khan Show. She has also appeared in dramas including Bandhan, Kaisi Aurat Hoon Main,…
By Salman Khan | November 25, 2025
The crime-thriller film Jujji, which won first place at the Punjab Police Film Festival, has achieved major international attention. The production is now available for streaming in both the United States and the United Kingdom through Amazon Prime. A Punjab Police spokesperson said Inspector General Dr Usman Anwar congratulated director Habib Shahzad on the growing…
By Salman Khan | November 24, 2025
Pakistani pop icons Ali Haider and Ali Zafar have teamed up for a fresh take on Haider’s 1994 hit Zalim Nazron Se, marking Zafar’s first studio album in 15 years. The collaboration, released on Friday, blends nostalgia with contemporary production, aiming to introduce classic Pakistani music to a new generation. The original song was performed…
By Salman Khan | November 24, 2025
The 10th Adab Festival concluded in Karachi on Sunday after two days of literary discussions, cultural activities and musical performances. Among the closing-day sessions, the most attended was a panel where Junaid Khan assessed audience trends and creative choices in drama. Speaking during the discussion titled Mirror to Society: The Journey of Pakistani Film and…
By Salman Khan | November 24, 2025
India mourns the passing of Bollywood legend Dharmendra, who died on Monday at the age of 89 after a prolonged illness. The veteran actor, widely known as Dharam Paaji, passed away at his Mumbai residence after battling respiratory complications. His last rites will take place at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Mumbai, attended by family…
By Salman Khan | November 21, 2025
Miss Mexico, Fatima Bosch, has been crowned the new Miss Universe in Thailand, bringing a turbulent pageant season to a close. Her win comes after weeks of intense scrutiny over how the competition was handled and the conduct of senior organisers. The 25-year-old became the focus of controversy earlier this month when she walked out…
By Salman Khan | November 21, 2025
The Grevin Museum in Paris has unveiled a wax figure of Princess Diana, presenting her in the iconic “revenge dress” that became a defining symbol of her public resilience. The sculpture was revealed on 20 November, a date chosen deliberately to echo the anniversary of her candid BBC interview three decades earlier. The museum, often…
By Salman Khan | November 20, 2025
Sonam Kapoor has ended weeks of speculation by confirming her second pregnancy through a vibrant photoshoot shared on social media. The renowed Indian actress revealed her baby bump with a series of elegant images that marked a joyful new chapter for her family. The 40-year-old star appeared in a bright pink coat-style dress, paired with…
By Salman Khan | November 20, 2025
A video message by actor Saba Qamar marking World Children’s Day has gone viral, drawing widespread attention to children’s rights in Pakistan. Wearing a blue UNICEF shirt, the National Ambassador for Child Rights in Pakistan urged the public to “come together” to ensure that every child’s rights are protected. In her video, posted on social…