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Sarwat Gilani shatters stereotypes about faith and the modern woman

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Pakistani actress Sarwat Gilani recently reflected on the unexpected assumptions fans can make about celebrities and faith, following an unusual encounter during her pilgrimage to Makkah and Madina.

Appearing on Nariman Ansari’s YouTube talk show Begam Baygham, the actress—known for her roles in dramas like Azar Ki Ayegi Baraat and blockbuster films Jawani Phir Nahi Aani 1 & 2—shared how the moment prompted deeper reflection on public perception and personal spirituality.

While on her way to perform Umrah, Gilani was recognized by a fan who reacted with disbelief, asking, “Oh my God, are you Sarwat Gilani? What are you doing here?” The actress admitted the encounter made her laugh, but also led her to consider how society often links outward appearance with inner devotion. “People often tell me, ‘You look so modern and fast—what are you doing with religion?’” she remarked.

Gilani challenged this widespread notion, emphasizing that faith is deeply personal. “There’s this idea that if someone wears jeans or dresses in a modern way, they cannot be religious. But Allah holds each person accountable for themselves, not based on appearances,” she said.

Her candid remarks resonated widely, sparking conversation online as many applauded her for addressing the persistent stereotypes that women—especially those in the public eye—face when navigating modernity and belief. Through her story, Gilani highlighted the quiet yet powerful act of reclaiming one’s spiritual identity in a judgment-prone world.

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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

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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.

Read more: Nimra Khan Breaks Silence on Divorce Rumours

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