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 Karachi, 4 October, 2026 (Kamran Raja): The seventh edition of the Gandhara Independent Film Festival (GIFF) is showcasing independent cinema from Pakistan and around the world in a hybrid format, with screenings at the National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA) and an online programme. Founded by Cirque Films in 2020, the festival is being held from October 2 to 4 at NAPA’s Hindu Gymkhana, featuring 88 selected films from 35 countries. The programme includes 28 films being screened physically and 60 additional productions available online through a streaming platform. The participating countries include Pakistan, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Egypt, France, Indonesia, Iran, Lebanon, Malaysia, Mexico, Nepal, Norway, Poland, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, ...

Karachi, 4 October, 2026 (Nosheen): Pakistani actress and social media personality Dananeer Mobeen has made her singing debut with the release of her new track, ‘Touch’, marking another milestone in her expanding entertainment career. Mobeen announced the song’s release through a promotional video shared with her followers on Instagram, introducing audiences to a new dimension of her artistic journey. The actress said considerable effort had gone into producing the track and expressed hope that listeners would enjoy its melody and overall sound. The song also features singer and musician Haider Mustehsan and is characterised by an energetic rhythm and upbeat musical elements. Dananeer Mobeen first gained widespread recognition on social media before establishing herself as an actress, appe...

 4 October, 2026 (Ghufran): Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie has once again drawn global attention to the devastation in Gaza, highlighting the widespread destruction caused by the ongoing conflict. Jolie shared satellite images showing large areas of Gaza reduced to rubble and said entire neighbourhoods had been devastated. She said homes, schools, hospitals, roads and other essential infrastructure had been destroyed, leaving civilians with limited access to basic facilities. Jolie also warned that around 94 percent of Gaza’s population would require shelter and essential supplies as colder weather approaches. The actress has previously spoken out about the humanitarian situation in Gaza, describing the territory in an earlier statement as a “mass grave” for Palestinians and tho...

KARACHI, 4 October 2026 (Nosheen): Pakistani actor Hania Aamir has once again attracted fans’ attention on social media with a new Arabic tattoo featuring a message about self-love and prioritizing oneself. The actor, who gained widespread popularity through the drama Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, has a large following in Pakistan and abroad and remains highly active on social media. Her performance as Hala in Mere Humsafar further strengthened her popularity and established her as one of Pakistan’s prominent television stars. Alongside acting, Hania has developed a distinctive identity through her fashion and personal style, with her accessories, outfits and pixie-cut hairstyle frequently drawing attention from fans. Tattoos have also become a notable part of her style. In recent photographs shar...

Mumbai, 2 October, 2026 (Nosheen): The reported monthly income of Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s manager Pooja Dadlani has surfaced, with reports claiming that she earns around Rs70 lakh per month. Dadlani has been working with Shah Rukh Khan for the past 14 years, having started working with the superstar in 2012, and is now regarded as his chief manager, brand strategist and trusted associate. According to Indian media reports, she oversees Shah Rukh Khan’s film schedules, public relations, brand endorsements and business affairs. She is also involved in managing business matters related to the Kolkata Knight Riders IPL team and Red Chillies Entertainment. Reports further claim that the 42-year-old manager recently purchased a luxury apartment in Mumbai’s Bandra area for Rs3.821 bi...

 Los Angeles, 2 October, 2026 (Ghufran): Hollywood actor and comedian Jim Carrey has married his longtime girlfriend Min Ah in a private ceremony in Los Angeles, marking his third marriage at the age of 64. The couple reportedly exchanged vows in an intimate gathering attended by close friends and family members. Although reports about their relationship and possible marriage had circulated earlier, Carrey’s representative confirmed the marriage while speaking to People magazine. According to reports, the actor had kept his relationship with Min Ah largely away from the media spotlight, with the couple making only occasional public appearances together. Shortly before their marriage, Carrey spoke publicly about his feelings for Min Ah during an awards ceremony in France, where he ...

 Karachi, 2 October, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Pakistani actor Ahad Raza Mir has announced plans to take a break from the showbiz industry next year, saying he intends to spend time with his family and stay away from social media during the period. In a video from one of his live sessions circulating on social media, the actor told his fans that he would be taking time off next year and wanted to inform them in advance about his absence. Ahad said he planned to step away from the public eye, spend more time with his family and stay away from Instagram, describing the decision as a form of “semi-retirement.” Following the announcement, social media users shared various speculations about the reasons behind his decision. Some fans suggested that he might be planning to get married, while ...

 Toronto, 1 October, 2026 (Ghufran): Renowned Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan has praised Indian Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh for his rendition of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s iconic qawwali ‘Sanson Ki Mala Pe’ at London’s Wembley Arena. Dosanjh performed the classic qawwali before a packed and enthusiastic audience, winning widespread appreciation for his performance. Speaking ahead of his concert in Toronto on Sunday, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, who learned music under the guidance of his uncle Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, said major artists often feel nervous when performing Nusrat’s songs, but praised Diljit for performing the piece with sincerity and doing justice to it to the best of his ability. Rahat said Diljit’s performance could be both seen and heard as a heartfelt eff...

Los Angeles, 1 October, 2026 (Nosheen): American actor and UN Global Advocate for Human-centric Digital Governance Joseph Gordon-Levitt has said that he does not consider AI-generated “actor” Tilly Norwood to be an actor, describing her as “a piece of software” branded as an actress. In a video shared on Instagram, Gordon-Levitt said artificial intelligence cannot be creative in the same way humans are because AI systems recombine human-created material to produce new outputs. He explained that AI is not a person and argued that a performance requires a human being behind it. Comparing Tilly Norwood with the animated character Donald Duck, he said the character is the product of contributions from writers, artists, animators and voice actors, all of whom are credited, and argued that Tilly...

 Paris, 1 October, 2026 (News Desk): Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan once again captured the attention of fans with her distinctive appearance at Paris Fashion Week. The actress walked the runway at L’Oréal Paris’ Le Défilé fashion show on September 28. Aishwarya opted for an elegant black velvet gown for the occasion, complemented by a diamond-studded crown that added a regal touch to her look. Her hairstyle and bold red lipstick further enhanced her overall appearance. The actress took part in the finale runway walk, and videos and pictures from the event quickly spread across social media platforms. Social media users shared mixed reactions to Aishwarya Rai’s latest look, while her presence on the runway attracted considerable attention.