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Farhan Akhtar: For the love of friendship
Friendship is a recurring theme in actor-director Farhan Akhtar’s films, right?
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Film review: Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara — Just one chance
I might sound a bit harsh but the director, Zoya Akhtar, commits a grave sin by becoming too long-winded.
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Book review: The hidden soul of harmony
A novel imbued with literary romance.
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Wands out!: Karachi Muggles flock to cinema for last Potter film
Tickets sold out but screenings to continue till August.
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A Heal-ing hand
Pakistani film-maker Mian Adnan Ahmad takes his film to Comic-Con.
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Book review: Timeless tales
Sharing amazing real life tales and emotionally uplifting many saddened souls.
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Ajay Devgn: Not the last action hero
Ajay Devgn is sceptical of returning to action flicks.
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Kuch Khaas Cafe: A cornucopia at The Lime Tree
White and green rule the decor, lending a summery and almost botanical feel to the place
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Book review: A grab-bag of witticisms
A decent share of amusing lines.
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A Lahori in Hollywood: Faran Tahir
Starring in films like Star Trek and Iron Man, the actor shares his Hollywood experience from Pakistani’s...
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Book review: The Good Muslim - untold stories
A powerful and dark novel, with the tragedies of war, child abuse and illnesses woven into the plot.
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Regional flicks get real
Film producers in southern Punjab are introducing Saraiki films into mainstream cinema.
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Film review: Jane Eyre - Eyre and now
Just when you think you’ve seen all the Jane Eyre adaptations, Cary Fukunaga makes a solid film.
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Ali Zafar performs to promote Mere Brother Ki Dulhan
Zafar has been asked by producers Yashraj Films to help Katrina and Imran acclimatise themselves to live performances.
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Top US radio show host author’s book on Karachi
Despite violence, Inskeep finds remarkable signs of the city’s tolerance, vitality, and thriving civil society.
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Are Jolie and Pitt finally tying the knot?
Pitt revealed that he is considering marrying Jolie as the couple’s six children would like them to wed.
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Pakistani actors are now appearing in Hollywood films
Earlier, most of the Muslim roles went to the Greek guys.
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Mere Brother Ki Dulhan: Ali Zafar, Katrina trailer goes on air
Katrina Kaif and Ali Zafar's Bollywood movie is set to hit theatres on September 9 this year.
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My friends were excited to see me in Bol with Atif: Chima
Haniya Chima and Mahnoor Khan, debut actors of film Bol, talk about their first acting experience.
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Bollywood hit 'Delhi Belly' causes upset
Protests and court case against dialogue and content of Delhi Belly, which critics say is vulgar and offensive.
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Ban gives Slackistan a boost
Tickets sell out on opening night as the film screens in Lahore.
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Book review: The Land of Green Plums - life behind an ‘Iron Curtain’
A profound illustration of a totalitarian state.
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The tug-of-war between reality shows and sitcoms
Which form of entertainment do Pakistanis prefer?
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Book review: The Great Stagnation - a crisis of innovation
This book is going to change the way we approach and analyse our economic problems.
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Barry Manilow on his new album
The ‘Can’t Smile Without You’ hitmaker talks about his latest album.
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Tamanna looks to forge its own path
Will the project die in the abyss of ignored films or will it rise enough to sway the Pakistani audience?
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Film review: The Dilemma - her cheating heart
The Dilemma is a classic example of good ingredients and a bad recipe.
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Screening: White Rose, ‘the sun is still shining’
Sophie Scholl screened at Safma.
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Pakistan: A fantasy land for documentarians
Many new low-budget documentaries are focusing on Pakistan’s political situation.
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Harry Potter goes out with magical, and dark, bang
It's something akin to finding a herd of eight adorable, cotton-candy-pooping unicorns.
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Fans, stars and Hollywood mourn end of Harry Potter magic
Rowling unveiled "Pottermore", a website allowing fans to interact with characters and story lines.
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KopyKats: Bittersweet Act 144
KopyKats’ latest production Act 144 left the audience in fits of laughter.
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South Asians in Hollywood: From fringe to mainstream
This is a significant leap for the Indo-Pak talent pool that’s been trying to break into the mainstream...
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Rampaging 'Transformers' smashes box office records
"Transformers: Dark of the Moon" scored the third-best worldwide debut ever with a $398-million take.
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Will Lollywood have its film street?
As the provincial government decides to create Lollywood’s film street, one wonders if the plan will go beyond papers
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Coke Studio: Musical voyage through various languages
The latest episode of ‘Coke Studio 4’ showcased an assortment of folk and contemporary music.
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Book review: The real Gandhi?
Lelyveld's book about Gandhi daringly de-mythologises the deified figure of the Mahatma.
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Book review: Saints and sinners
Delve into The Forty Rules of Love and a natural flow of real emotion will take over.
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Yash Chopra: The return of the veteran
Yash Chopra makes his directorial comeback after seven years.
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'Delhi Belly' denied public exhibition license in Pakistan
Delhi Belly was due to be released in theatres on July 1st.
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Allen Nause: ‘Playing’ cultural envoy
Portland’s Allen Nause will direct a play in Pakistan.
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It’s a mad, mad world
A journey into the minds of the mad, from death squad leaders to battling CEOs.
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X-Men First Class: The best for last
X-Men: First Class is a brilliant prequel to the comics-inspired movies series X-Men.
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Dabangg wins six awards at 'Bollywood Oscars'
The film directed by Abhinav Kashyap won best picture and other awards in hugely important music categories.
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Rest in peace, Lieutenant
Peter Falk of US TV show ‘Columbo’ passes away at 83.
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Actor Peter Falk dies: 'Columbo' closes his case for the last time
Emmy Award winning actor Peter Falk, 83, was best remembered for his role as the absent minded detective "Columbo".
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Make room for Slo
An exclusive interview with Islamabad-based singer Salmaan Ahmed Shaukat.
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Bollywood weekend in Toronto
According to the organisers of IIFA, 22,000 people are expected to attend the show, 700 million to watch it on tv.
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Talking about Bol
Atif Aslam and Mahirah Khan speak about their debut film.
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Lollywood’s sinking ship
Box office sales stagnate as cinemas try to stay afloat with foreign films.