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 LAHORE, 25 August 2026 (News Desk): Hira Qaiser from Faisalabad was crowned the winner of Pakistan Idol 2026 at the grand finale on Sunday, securing a cash prize of Rs1.5 million.Coming from a middle-class family, Hira impressed the judges and audience throughout the competition with her powerful voice and confident performances.The singer became emotional as she received the winning award from host Shafaat Ali while holding her baby boy.The grand finale turned into a celebration as confetti filled the stage and fellow performers and judges congratulated the new winner. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Atif Aslam, Bilal Maqsood, Zeb Bangash and Fawad Khan were among those who celebrated her victory.Following her win, Hira thanked Pakistan Idol and everyone who supported her during the compe...

LOS ANGELES, 25 August, 2026 (Nosheen): Country music icon Dolly Parton wanted to be remembered not only for her celebrated music career but also for her efforts to promote childhood literacy through her Imagination Library charity programme. Parton, who died on August 25 at the age of 80, launched the book-gifting initiative in 1995 in honour of her father, Robert Lee Parton, who could not read or write. Speaking about the programme in her 2020 documentary The Library That Dolly Built, Parton described her work with children as one of the achievements of which she was most proud. “My dad couldn't read or write and that was kind of crippling to him,” she said, recalling how her father's experience inspired the initiative. The Imagination Library provides free books to children from birth t...

 KARACHI, 25 August, 2026 (Ghufran): Senior Pakistani television actress Humaira Bano has announced her marriage, sharing the happy news with her fans and followers on social media. The actress took to Instagram to share photographs with her husband, revealing that she has entered a new chapter of her life. However, her husband's face was not visible in the pictures. In her caption, Bano shared a heartfelt reflection on destiny, saying that people may make their own plans, but Allah has a different plan for them. She added that when Allah wills something, the path towards the destination becomes easier. Humaira Bano is a familiar face in Pakistani television and has appeared in several popular dramas. She is particularly admired for her performances in motherly and supporting role...

ISLAMABAD, 25 August, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Renowned Urdu poet Ahmed Faraz was remembered on his 18th death anniversary on Tuesday, with literary circles paying tribute to his enduring contribution to Urdu literature. Born on January 12, 1931, in Kohat, Ahmed Faraz emerged as one of the most celebrated poets of the modern era. He began his professional career as a scriptwriter for Radio Pakistan Peshawar and later joined Peshawar University as a lecturer.His acclaimed literary works include Janaan Janaan, Tanha Tanha, Ghazal Bahana Karun and Shab-e-Khoon. He was also closely associated with the Progressive Writers Movement. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to Urdu literature, Ahmed Faraz received prestigious national awards, including the Sitara-e-Imtiaz and Hilal-e-Imtiaz.Ahm...

 MUMBAI, 23 August, 2026 (News Desk): Veteran Indian actress and mimicry artist Aasha Singh Jaiswal has passed away in Mumbai at the age of 83, leaving behind a notable legacy in Hindi cinema, television and the art of mimicry. Jaiswal died on August 22 at around 7:30 p.m., her son Akkash Bharadwaj confirmed. Her family performed her last rites and cremated her at the Pawan Hans Crematorium in Mumbai on August 23. Paying tribute to his mother on Instagram, Bharadwaj recalled her deep commitment to her work and life. He said she believed that death should not be viewed only as a cause for grief but as a journey towards divine bliss. Jaiswal was known for her performances in Hindi films and television, but she also established herself as a prominent mimicry artist. She was particula...

 KARACHI, 23 August, 2026 (News Desk): HD pictures from the nikkah ceremony of Alysha Khan, sister of popular Pakistani actress Ramsha Khan, have surfaced on social media, drawing attention from fans and followers. Ramsha Khan is regarded as one of the prominent actresses in Pakistan’s drama industry. Known for her beauty and acting skills, she recently surprised fans with news of her marriage. According to reports, she tied the knot with actor Khushal Khan Khattak in a private ceremony. Ramsha Khan has also recently stepped away from social media and removed several pictures and videos from her accounts. She was not prominently seen in the coverage of her sister Alysha Khan’s wedding celebrations. Meanwhile, Alysha Khan, who is also a social media influencer, shared beautiful mom...

MUMBAI, 23 August, 2026 (News Desk): Bollywood superstar Salman Khan’s body double reportedly suffered a heart attack during the shooting of his upcoming film, temporarily titled SVC63, according to Indian media reports. The incident reportedly occurred while the stunt performer was filming an action sequence for the movie. Following the medical emergency, the performer is expected to remain away from action scenes for some time. According to media reports, Salman Khan subsequently decided to perform some of the film’s action sequences himself in an effort to prevent delays to the shooting schedule. Sources cited by Indian media said the actor has remained actively involved in the production following the incident and is keen to ensure that filming continues according to schedule. The film...

 LONDON, 23 August, 2026 (News Desk): Fashion trends continue to surprise audiences with unconventional designs, and luxury fashion brand Chanel’s latest “naked sandals” have sparked widespread discussion for their unusual appearance. Actress Margaret Qualley appeared at the London premiere of her film The Dog Stars wearing the distinctive sandals, which at first glance made it appear as though she had arrived on the red carpet barefoot. The footwear, described as “naked sandals,” features a design that differs significantly from conventional shoes. Rather than covering most of the foot, the sandals are primarily visible around the ankle, while much of the foot, particularly the front section, remains exposed. Several photographs of Qualley taken from the front made it difficult t...

 LAHORE, 23 August, 2026 (News Desk): Pakistani singer Atif Aslam celebrated the release of his new album Subah Aye Na at a star-studded gathering attended by prominent figures from across the country’s entertainment industry.The event featured well-known personalities including Fahad Mustafa, Asim Azhar, Talha Anjum and Hania Aamir. Videos from the celebration showed several celebrities joining Atif Aslam on stage and singing together, adding to the festive atmosphere. Subah Aye Na is Atif Aslam’s fourth studio album and was released on July 31. The eight-track project marks his first full-length album since Meri Kahani, released in 2008. The album represents the singer’s return to creating a complete music project after years of focusing on film soundtracks, Coke Studio performa...

KARACHI, 21 August 2026 (News Desk) — Sindh Minister for Culture and Tourism Syed Zulfiqar Ali Shah has claimed that the names of renowned actors Mahira Khan and Fahad Mustafa were recommended for the prestigious Sitara-e-Imtiaz, but the federal government rejected both nominations. Addressing the opening ceremony of a theatre festival in Karachi, Zulfiqar Ali Shah said the Sindh Culture Department had submitted the names of Mahira Khan and Fahad Mustafa for the Sitara-e-Imtiaz twice. According to the provincial minister, the nominations were made on the recommendation of a committee comprising prominent personalities. However, the federal government rejected the recommendations to confer the national honour on the two actors. Zulfiqar Ali Shah said the Sindh government was not informed of...