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Faysal Quraishi: Girls Should Stay Financially Independent

The entertainment industry is known for its cutthroat nature, especially for women. In a recent interview, veteran Pakistani actor Faysal Quraishi discussed why many female actors in the industry take extended breaks from their careers. He explained that family responsibilities and societal expectations often push women to pause their professional journeys.

When asked why men usually work longer in the industry than women, Quraishi said women handle more household and childcare duties and need both security and financial independence. He mentioned that Sunita Marshall and her husband Hassan work as equals while raising their children well, while Javeria Saud and Savera Nadeem both took breaks from acting to focus on their families before returning to their careers. According to him, many actresses take such pauses because of the responsibilities they face after marriage.

When questioned about his wife’s career choices, Quraishi said he fully supports her independence. He explained that he does not stop anyone from working and believes decisions about work should be made freely. He added that he never pressures his wife about anything and that mutual respect and freedom are essential for a healthy relationship.

Speaking about his latest drama, Case No. 9, Quraishi praised writer and journalist Shahzeb Khanzada for creating a bold and meaningful story. He said Shahzeb wrote the script with dedication, even while undergoing neck treatment, and that a good drama or film depends on the producer’s ability to bring the right team together.

Quraishi also addressed workplace harassment, noting that many women, especially in conservative households, struggle even to get permission to work. He said that if a girl faces harassment at work, such as being called into an office unnecessarily, she often stays silent out of fear of losing her job. He emphasized that small incidents can grow into bigger issues later and urged families to support their daughters. He advised that women should either leave the job or confront the harasser but never suffer in silence.

He concluded by stressing the importance of awareness and family communication, saying that nothing helps more than knowing one’s family stands in support. Ending on an optimistic note about his new project, Quraishi said audiences will be surprised by the twists in Case No. 9, which explores themes and characters never before seen in Pakistani television.

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Shahid Afridi’s Missing Dog Sparks Online Debate

Shahid Afridi is a renowned former Pakistani cricketer who was immensely popular among cricket fans and once enjoyed a massive fan following across the globe. The former captain is now known for his charity work, controversial statements, and viral social media videos. Shahid Afridi is originally from Karachi but has now shifted to Islamabad with his family. The cricketer is known for his charity work, political interests, and controversial statements.

Shahid Afridi recently lost his pet dog, Max, who, according to him, was like a member of the family and had been sick for quite a few days.

Shahid Afridi shared a message on X along with a video featuring his pet Max. He wrote, “Max was raised like family and survived severe illness at 30 days old. Our puppy Max is missing. If found, please keep him safe and help bring him home. Every share helps!” Read the X post here.

The news was also shared by ARY News. Shahid Afridi has also provided his contact number and urged fans to share the post to help locate Max. Watch the video below.

Social media users are bashing the news channel over its priorities, accusing it of ignoring reports about missing people while giving significant coverage to the missing pets of wealthy and influential individuals. One user wrote, “Shame on TV channels for this reporting. Curse on them for giving preference to animals over the cruelty faced by humans.” Another questioned the trend, writing, “Is this some new trend? First Wasim Akram and now him?” Many others have also posted harsh and degrading remarks about Shahid Afridi. One user taunted him, writing, “After five daughters, the goddess of fate was kind to Shahid Afridi and blessed him with Max. Just imagine what the mother, father and sisters must be going through, whose only Max has been lost.”

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‘I Am Absolutely Fine’: Imran Ashraf Reacts to Shocking Fake Death News

Imran Ashraf has had to do something no celebrity should ever have to do and that is to assure the world that he is still alive.

The actor recently found himself at the centre of a bizarre social media hoax after AI-generated videos falsely claimed that he had passed away. The fabricated clips spread across social media, leaving some fans genuinely confused about what had happened.

The videos were particularly convincing because they featured digitally created versions of familiar Pakistani personalities, including journalists and celebrities. As the content circulated, the false reports began taking on a life of their own.

Imran eventually stepped in to put the rumours to rest himself.

Taking to his Instagram story, the actor shared a direct message for his followers, writing, “ALHAMDULILLAH I AM ABSOLOUTLY FINE ITS A FAKE NEWS NEED YOUR PRAYERS.”

His message made it clear that there was no truth behind the death reports and that he was perfectly fine.

Among the fabricated content circulating online were videos featuring AI-generated versions of actor Bilal Abbas, former cricketer Shahid Afridi and journalist Mansoor Ali Khan. The use of familiar faces appeared to give the fake reports an added sense of credibility, making the hoax even more disturbing.

One video took the deception a step further by showing what appeared to be Imran Ashraf’s funeral. Such content can easily mislead viewers who encounter it without knowing that the footage has been digitally manipulated.

Unfortunately, Imran is not the first Pakistani celebrity to become the target of an AI-powered death hoax.

Earlier this year, veteran singer Tahira Syed was also forced to respond after false reports about her death began circulating online. She later appeared in a video to confirm that she was alive and healthy, while reminding people to check the authenticity of information before believing or sharing it.

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Zain Hamid confirms separation from Nimra Khan

UK-based pilot Zain Hamid has confirmed his divorce from Pakistani actor Nimra Khan, months after their marriage and amid separation rumours on social media.

Nimra Khan married Zain Hamid in May 2026. However, reports of differences between the couple and speculation about their separation had been circulating on social media for some time.

At the time, Nimra had denied the reports, saying that her married life was going well. She had also removed her wedding pictures from social media, citing concerns about the evil eye.

Zain Hamid has now confirmed the divorce in a statement posted on Instagram. He said he divorced Nimra Khan on July 17, attributing the decision to irreconcilable personal differences and differences in priorities.

He said he did not want to blame anyone for the separation, adding that legal proceedings had also been initiated and the matter had been handed over to lawyers.

Zain further said the separation was mutually agreed upon and that such circumstances were equally difficult for both men and women. He also expressed his best wishes for Nimra Khan.

Nimra Khan’s marriage to Zain Hamid was her second. She had previously married Raja Iftikhar in 2020, but the marriage ended a few months later.