BEIJING: In a remarkable showcase of cultural diplomacy and partnership, Pakistan and China hosted their first-ever joint fashion show at the iconic Badaling section of the Great Wall of China. This historic event brought together the creative talents of both nations, highlighting the potential for deeper cultural exchange on a global stage.

Not only was this a spectacular event, but it also marked a major milestone as the first Pakistan-China fashion show held at such a monumental location. The grandeur of the Great Wall added weight to the strategic importance of the collaboration, signaling a new era of cultural relations between the two countries.

The show was made possible through seamless cooperation between the Embassy of Pakistan and the China International Cultural Communication Center (CICCC).

Renowned Pakistani fashion producer Adnan Ansari skillfully managed the entire production. The prestigious event was attended by prominent Chinese officials, foreign diplomats, business leaders, and key media figures.

Pakistani designers Maheen Khan, Moazzam Abbasi, Ayesha Tariq, Rizwanullah, and Zain Hashmi presented collections that seamlessly blended Pakistani and Chinese textiles, offering a vivid display of the two nations’ cultural heritage.

The event also featured the latest creations from Chinese designer Liang Su Yun, with models from both countries walking the runway together, symbolizing cultural harmony.

Long Yuxiang, Chairman of the CICCC, highlighted the significance of the show, stressing that it was more than just a creative exchange.

“This event stands as a powerful representation of the deep-rooted Pakistan-China strategic partnership,” Yuxiang remarked. “It underscores our historical ties and showcases the tremendous potential for further collaboration in the fashion and creative industries.”

Renowned Pakistani make-up artist and stylist Omayr Waqar  has styled nearly all the top actresses and models in the industry, earning fame for his flawless makeup and styling. He grabbed the spotlight in June 2021 during a controversial Q&A session where he openly discussed several celebrities he had worked with.

Omayr Waqar recently appeared on Ushna Shah’s talk show, After Hours with Ushna, where he made controversial remarks about a top Pakistani actress without directly naming her.

Omayr Waqar said, “Some actresses who fall in love become obsessive. There was this one actress—a big name in Pakistan—who got very angry at me. She started shouting just because I asked about her boyfriend, whom she was about to marry. I shared this story with someone else, another friend of hers, and she asked me if I had mentioned her boyfriend’s name. When I said yes, she said, ‘That’s why she got mad at you’. The actress was so obsessed with his boyfriend that even hearing his name from someone else would hurt her. She was that one obsessive case who was completely lost in love. I can’t comment on her marriage or current relationship, but yes, this happened to me.”

Social media users believe Omayr Waqar referred to Sana Javed, pointing out that she is the only actress he had a public feud with and even filed a legal case against him.

Prominent Pakistani fashion designer Maria B is embroiled in a legal controversy as Turkish influencer Türkan Atay has served her a legal notice over allegedly unpaid dues from a campaign shoot held in Türkiye earlier this year. The incident has sparked a heated exchange online, drawing attention from both Pakistani and international social media users. The news has been widely discussed in the digital space, fueling growing scrutiny over the designer’s business practices.

Türkan Atay, popularly known as “Pakistani Bhabhi” due to her marriage to a Pakistani national, claims that she was contracted to oversee a shoot for Maria B’s 2025 fashion collection. According to Atay, the agreement was based on a per-outfit payment structure that included production costs, yet the brand allegedly defaulted by issuing a one-time lump sum payment that fell short of the agreed amount. The influencer has demanded $8,000 in dues, including compensation for legal expenses and emotional distress, and has called for a formal public apology.

To support her claims, Atay released what she says are screenshots of conversations with the brand’s PR manager, which appear to acknowledge an oversight in the payment terms. Despite her three-month-long effort to resolve the matter privately, Atay claims she was blocked by the designer and her team on social media platforms, prompting her to make the issue public through Instagram videos.

In response, Maria B dismissed the controversy as a misunderstanding caused by a junior member of her PR team. She argued that Atay had been offered full payment and even received outfits valued at a substantial amount. The brand has labeled Atay’s public statements as defamatory and insisted that they made several attempts to settle the matter amicably.

The legal notice, filed on April 24, accuses Maria B’s brand of causing reputational damage and financial losses to Atay through what she describes as false and harmful allegations. If the demands outlined in the notice are not met within seven days, Atay’s legal team has warned of potential legal proceedings, keeping the spotlight firmly on the unfolding dispute.

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