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Ace Musician Farhad Humayun Passes Away

The founder and drummer of the popular band ‘Overload’ passed away on Tuesday, as announced by the official page of the band. Following the news, his fans and fellow celebrities took to the social media to extend condolences and pay tribute to the singer and drummer. The official social media page of Overload requested fans to pray for the departed soul:

“The magnificent Farhad Humayun & Overload left us for the stars this morning. Stoic in the face of challenges, uncompromising in his values, generous to a fault, witty as hell! Fadi was far too ahead of his time, both in spirit and art. He would want us to celebrate his life, so we request his family, friends and fans to honour him and say a prayer for him today.
We can almost hear him say these words by David Bowie: “I don’t know where I’m going from here, but I promise it won’t be boring”.
Godspeed our gentle giant and thank you for creating a Riot! ”

His cousin and musician, Taimur Rahman also tweeted regarding his death and said ‘My cousin, Farhad Humayun, has passed away. He was an incredible musician and artist. An emptiness has taken the place of his larger than life personality’.

Though the cause of his death wasn’t revealed in the news, Farhad had revealed in 2018 that he had a brain tumor and was going to get it operated, and at that time he was in his 40s. Let’s have a quick look into Farhad’s music career!

Farhad Humayun, wasn’t only a drummer and band leader, he was also running Riot Studio which was a live gig venue and a recording studio. Though his music career stretched over a period of two decades, he started drumming when he was in eighth grade. In an interview in 2013, he said:

“I got into playing music when I reached the eighth grade, and made friends who were like-minded […] I used to play the guitar until someone advised me to try playing the drums. And when I did, I got to know that this was the instrument for me,”

“Even before I got my hands on a real drum kit, I used to imitate drumming on different objects using sticks and pencils, as if I were playing a real drum kit.”

“I produce music for myself, Overload, and other bands, and also direct videos. I don’t keep myself limited to a particular thing, and keep exploring new facets,”

Humayun had created the band ‘Overload’ in 2003, through which he started his career as a singer. Before that, he was a drummer for other bands that he had formed earlier. Ali Zafar has also paid tribute to the late singer and drummer in the following way:

 

 

Everyone is shocked to hear about the tragic demise of the talented musician. He will always be the king of drums. May Allah rest his soul in peace. Ameen.

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Sardaar Ji 3 Sets New Box Office Record in Pakistan

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Pakistani actress Hania Aamir and Indian superstar Diljit Dosanjh are celebrating massive box office success as their film Sardaar Ji 3 races past several major titles in Pakistan.

Reports confirm that Sardaar Ji 3 has shattered records nationwide, especially in Lahore, where it’s playing on over 30 cinema screens. Producers Gambhir Singh Sidhu, Manmord Sidhu, and Diljit Dosanjh released the film across Pakistan on June 27.

Despite strong opposition in India, Sardaar Ji 3 made history by earning the highest-ever first-day box office for an Indian film in Pakistan, collecting PKR 3.5 crore and surpassing Salman Khan’s Sultan (2016). Globally, the film has already earned over ?36.6 crore.

Blending comedy, fantasy, and horror, the film stars Diljit as a ghost hunter on a thrilling mission in a haunted UK mansion. The cast includes Hania Aamir, Neeru Bajwa, Gulshan Grover, Jasmin Bajwa, and Pakistani actors Nasir Chinyoti, Saleem Albela, and Daniyal Khawar.

With packed theatres and glowing reviews, the movie shows no signs of slowing down at the box office.

Also Read: Hania Aamir and Diljit Dosanjh’s Sardaar Ji 3 Cleared for Release in Pakistan and Overseas Today

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Lakshmi Manchu Defends Pakistani Artists Amid Ongoing India Ban

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Renowned Telugu actress Lakshmi Manchu has openly criticized the increasing restrictions on Pakistani artists, challenging the fairness of such bans and censorship.

Speaking amid the controversy surrounding Sardaar Ji 3—which stars Diljit Dosanjh and Pakistani actress Hania Aamir—Lakshmi questioned the decision to block the film’s release in India following objections from local film bodies.

She voiced her frustration over the politicisation of art and targeted the logic of punishing creative professionals. “Are Pakistani artists really a threat?” she asked, calling the outrage over cross-border collaborations deeply misplaced.

She defended the role of art as a force above political tensions and condemned the Instagram account suspensions affecting Pakistani celebrities, labeling them a violation of free expression. “If we treat them like this, where is the India we are proud of?” she questioned.

Lakshmi Manchu strongly opposed blanket bans on Pakistani talent, arguing that such measures damage the cultural bridge the arts can build between nations. “Artists rise above nationalities,” she said, adding, “To say ‘you can’t do this’ to an artist simply because of their background undermines everything art stands for.”

Also Read: Hania Aamir and Diljit Dosanjh’s Sardaar Ji 3 Cleared for Release in Pakistan and Overseas Today

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Asim Azhar Reacts to Merub Chants at Concert

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Singer Asim Azhar recently addressed his fans directly during a concert, urging them to respect personal boundaries and avoid dragging private matters into public spaces.

The incident unfolded when a few attendees began chanting remarks about Asim’s former fiancée, Merub Ali. Taking hold of the microphone, Asim responded calmly, asking the crowd to stop.

“Please don’t say such things,” he told them. “It hurts both families. Let’s not bring personal matters into such public gatherings.”

He reminded the audience to show empathy for artists and their personal lives. A video of the moment quickly circulated online, sparking mixed reactions. While many applauded Asim for staying composed and mature, others were surprised by the disruption.

One user commented, “It’s our duty not to insult entertainers. They don’t perform alone—they bring their families too. Heckling hurts everyone involved. This herd mentality must end.”

Earlier, Asim officially confirmed the end of his engagement with Merub Ali. Sharing a message via Instagram, he wrote, “Salam everyone, we hope this message finds you well. We wanted to take a moment to share something personal, as we believe we owe that to those who have supported us.”

He added, “After much thought and reflection, Merub and I have decided to go our separate ways—peacefully and with mutual understanding.”

Asim acknowledged the bond they shared and noted, “We continue to hold deep respect for each other and for our families.” He concluded by requesting privacy, asking fans to show the same grace with which the message was shared.

Merub Ali has not made any public statement yet, but fans noticed that both have unfollowed each other on Instagram.

The couple, who had known each other since childhood, got engaged in 2022 and acted together in Sinf-e-Aahan. They were frequently seen together in public, often making headlines for their close friendship.

Also Read: Asim Azhar and Merub Ali Call Off Engagement After Three-Years

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