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Tauqeer Nasir On TV Industry’s Lost Professionalism

Tauqeer Nasir is a veteran Pakistani television actor who has worked in numerous hit dramas. Tauqeer Nasir’s hit dramas include Yaad Piya Ki Aye, Thakan, Baal o Par, Kashkol, Sona Chandi, Landa Bazaar, Rahain, Reza Reza, Panah , Aik Haqeeqat Aik Afsansa, Samandar and Dehleez. Tauqeer Nasir was also awarded with Tamgha e Imtiaz and Sitara e Imtiaz by the government of Pakistan for his services in the field of art and culture. He also served in the government as Director General (DG) of Pakistan National Council of Arts.
Recently, he was a guest on the Dunya TV show Mazaqraat. During the show, Touqeer Nasir compared PTV’s professionalism with the unprofessional attitude of new actors.
Talking about it, he said, “I would like to give credit of old PTV dramas to those makers who are no longer with us, they were so disciplined and professional in their world. We were lucky to have worked with Ashfaq Ahmed who used to sit with us and correct us. Yawar Hayat, Muhammad Nisar Hussain, they used to monitor our rehearsals which were very strict, we weren’t even allowed to talk. Nowadays, there are no rehearsals. They are following shortcuts now. The girls today spend two hours in make-up. I often say to them, ‘Do you have this much patience to spend hours in make-up? If they prepare for the script, their work will shine. Now, the associate director gives them a page right before the shot. Also, many girls are busy calling friends and replying to them on phone like, ‘Oh, ok! I’m in between the shot and will talk to you later!’ Now, everything is taken care of on the set except the work and craft. Overall the system is corrupt now”.
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Humaira Asghar’s Brother Raises Questions Over Her Death

Humaira Asghar’s tragic death and its horrific details have deeply grieved the nation. Pakistanis are now demanding a free and fair investigation into the incident. Many Pakistani celebrities have raised their voices for Humaira Asghar, while her family has actively given interviews to local digital media platforms.
Lately, Humaira Asghar’s brother spoke with Lahore-based YouTuber Ali Hamza and expressed his suspicions about her death. He urged the authorities to investigate the landlord, her colleagues from recent projects, and her travel history.
Talking about it, Naveed Asghar said, “In my opinion, it should be properly investigated. The landlord’s data should be collected, his CDR should be obtained, and it should be investigated how long he has been residing in Karachi and whether he has any links in Lahore as well.”
Naveed also said, “Investigation officers have informed me that the back door was open when they entered. The terrace was continuously open, which is why the smell didn’t spread in the front area it was a pre-planned murder. They did it with proper planning.”
He further added, “I also want to request the authorities to investigate her travel history,y whether she used to travel alone or with anyon,e because we are 90 % sure that it was a murder.”
He also requested the authorities to investigate her colleagues at her last projects. He further added, ”I don’t know why her colleagues aren’t giving proper information, are they afraid of someone? They should cooperate in this regard if they are clear regarding everything. It should be checked properly.”
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Tazeen Hussain Says Faisal Rehman Is a ‘Riot’ on Set

What’s It Like Reuniting with a Co-Star After 28 Years? For Tazeen Hussain, It Feels Like No Time Has Passed at All
When Tazeen Hussain reunited with fellow actor Faisal Rehman after 28 years, she picked up right where they left off—as if no time had passed.
“It didn’t feel like 28 years. It felt like 28 minutes—or even 28 seconds!” she recalled, referring to her onscreen husband in Qarze Jaan (2024), during a resurfaced clip from The Rafay Mahmood Podcast. Longtime fans of Pakistani television may remember their first pairing in Shahpar (1997), but for Tazeen, the decades in between haven’t changed a thing.
“Faisal hasn’t changed much—and he told me I haven’t either!” she added. “He’s a riot to work with. That’s how it was back then, and that’s exactly how it is now.”
Tazeen praised Faisal’s spontaneous energy on set, crediting his knack for improvisation. “A lot of our scenes involved improv. He’s amazing at it,” she explained.
She also pointed out Faisal’s playful tendency to tweak scenes without warning. “He’s very clever!” she laughed. “He knows if he tells me what he’s planning, I won’t agree. So he just does it on camera!”
Despite the surprises, Tazeen said their chemistry allows her to respond with instinct. “My reactions to him are totally natural,” she admitted.
Reflecting on one particularly challenging scene—her wedding night sequence in Qarze Jaan—Tazeen revealed how Faisal’s presence helped her stay grounded. “I was so stressed and told [director] Saqib [Khan] I couldn’t do it. But Faisal calmed me down, and the scene turned out beautifully. It worked because he was with me. Having that level of comfort with your co-actor makes all the difference.”
Tazeen praised Faisal for fostering a respectful, relaxed environment on set. “He respects all his co-stars, whether they’re new or experienced,” she said. “And he owns what he does—he’s totally shameless and unapologetic about it. That’s what makes him who he is.”
Also Read: Tazeen Hussain Starts a New Chapter with Her Marriage
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Meera Makes Emotional Appeal to UK for Visa

Renowned Pakistani actress Meera has issued a heartfelt plea to British authorities, requesting the United Kingdom to consider her visa application on humanitarian grounds. The Lollywood star, whose real name is Syeda Irtiza Rubab, is seeking entry into the UK to visit her ailing sister undergoing cancer treatment in London.
Addressing the UK High Commission and High Commissioner Jane Marriott, Meera said, “My home is in London. My family lives there. My sister is battling cancer and I need to be by her side. I humbly ask the UK authorities to grant me a visa on merit.”
Meera submitted a new visa application this week after a string of setbacks. Earlier this year, it was revealed that the UK immigration authorities had imposed a 10-year entry ban on her—a restriction that has now expired. The ban was reportedly the result of miscommunication during an English-language interview, which caused confusion and led to her movements being restricted by immigration officials.
Following the expiry of the ban, Meera’s attempt to re-enter the UK hit yet another roadblock when her travel agent mistakenly submitted incorrect information, resulting in a denial due to “false representation.” Meera has since confirmed that she is now taking matters into her own hands and will reapply with complete transparency.
Her mother, Shafqat Zahra Bukhari, has also stepped forward in support, emphasizing that Meera’s family home is in London, and several film projects — in which Meera plays lead roles — are currently stalled due to her absence. “The ban is over. She should be allowed to enter. Meera is a respected artist and has worked hard for her place. Let her reunite with her family,” she appealed.
Meera’s younger sister lives in Germany, while another sister — a qualified solicitor — resides in London. Her mother spends most of her time in the UK at the family home, which was reportedly purchased with Meera’s earnings from her acting career.
Despite her frequent travel to the United States as a Green Card holder, Meera’s inability to enter the UK remains a deeply personal and professional setback.
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