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 NEW DELHI — 06 September, 2026 (News Desk) — Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has started shooting for the much-awaited reality show Bigg Boss 20, with his first look for the grand premiere also being revealed. In pictures and videos from the sets, Salman Khan can be seen in his signature dominating style, wearing a cowboy hat, half jacket, T-shirt and jeans. The actor posed for photographs on the set and also interacted with paparazzi, while his stylish personality remained prominent in the released videos. Meanwhile, glimpses of the new Bigg Boss 20 house have also been unveiled for viewers. The house combines modern and fantasy-inspired designs, with its décor reportedly drawing inspiration from Alice in Wonderland. It features a shark-themed swimming pool, a giant pink teapot ...

Beijing — 06 September, 2026 (Nosheen) — China’s popular video-sharing platform Bilibili has stepped up efforts to expand its global presence and compete with YouTube by attracting users and content creators from around the world. The platform has taken several measures to make its services more accessible to international users, including simplifying the registration process and removing the requirement for identity document verification. Bilibili is one of China’s major video platforms and is particularly popular among young audiences, offering a wide range of digital content. Analysts say the platform’s ability to provide attractive revenue and monetization opportunities to content creators globally could play an important role in its future growth. However, Bilibili is expected to face...

 06 September, 2026 (Ghufran) — Pakistani singer Atif Aslam has opened up about the creative differences between Coke Studio Pakistan and Coke Studio Bharat, saying the Pakistani platform has a unique “magic” that he feels is missing from its Indian counterpart. During a recent conversation, Atif was asked what gives Coke Studio Pakistan an edge over Coke Studio Bharat, to which he simply replied, “Jaadoo.” He explained that although the musical compositions on both sides are good, Pakistani music retains stronger roots and rawness that give it a distinctive character. Atif suggested that Coke Studio Bharat places greater emphasis on commercialism, while Coke Studio Pakistan focuses more on original compositions and collaboration among musicians. He said artists on the Pakistani p...

ISLAMABAD, 6 September 2026 (Ghufran): Pakistani dramas are increasingly moving beyond entertainment by highlighting important social and psychological issues and offering valuable lessons to viewers. Recent dramas including Dobara, Qarz-i-Jaan, Kafeel, Jama Taqseem, Zabt and Bas Tera Sath Ho have addressed themes such as women’s rights, second marriage, family control, childhood trauma, harassment, honour and unhealthy family relationships. Dobara, Qarz-i-Jaan and Kafeel challenge the stigma surrounding remarriage of widows and divorced women, while Jama Taqseem questions rigid traditions and double standards within joint families. Zabt highlights the emotional impact of discrimination against abandoned children and explores the consequences of controlling parental relationships. Meanwhil...

ISLAMABAD, 6 September, 2026 (Nosheen): HUM TV has unveiled the teaser of its upcoming drama Hurmat, starring Dananeer Mobeen in the lead role. The teaser, which is less than a minute long, suggests that the drama revolves around the journey of self-discovery of Hurmat, a young woman portrayed by Mobeen, who is kept confined to her home by her strict father, played by Ali Tahir. In the teaser, Hurmat is seen looking at the sky from her home for the first time while expressing her frustration over being denied the opportunity to attend university. Veteran actor Javed Sheikh also appears to have a significant role in the drama, with the teaser showing him helping Hurmat take her first steps into the outside world. The drama has been written by Kashif Anwar, whose previous works include Sabaa...

LAHORE, 03 September, 2026 (Nosheen): Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Punjab Assembly member Saqib Chadhar and his wife, Sumaira, have been declared innocent by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) investigation team in the harassment and death threats case involving actress Momina Iqbal. During proceedings at a Lahore sessions court, the investigation officer informed the court that the arrest of Saqib Chadhar and his wife was not required at this stage. The NCCIA had changed its investigation team and formed a joint team to conduct a fresh probe. Following the statement, Chadhar withdrew his interim bail petition, while the court disposed of the bail applications of both suspects. Momina Iqbal, appearing in court with her lawyer, objected to the investigation report...

 LAHORE, 30, August 2026 (Nosheen): A video of world-famous Pakistani singer Atif Aslam singing along with his fans from a moving car has gone viral on social media, winning praise from fans. The viral video shows Atif Aslam travelling in a black car with members of his team. Meanwhile, another car pulls up alongside the singer’s vehicle, with fans recording the moment and enthusiastically singing his popular song “Doori.” The fans’ spirited singing appears to catch Atif Aslam’s attention, as the singer responds warmly to their enthusiasm. He can be seen emerging through the sunroof of his car and joining the fans in singing along to the hit song. The candid interaction between the singer and his admirers has quickly spread across social media platforms, with fans praising Atif As...

LAHORE, 30 August, 2026 (Nosheen): Popular Pakistani Punjabi singer Nimra Mehra has revealed that she is set to make her acting debut in a new Punjabi film featuring artists from both Pakistan and India. Nimra shared the news while appearing on popular comedian Tabish Hashmi’s talk show “Hasna Mana Hai,” where she discussed her upcoming transition from music to acting. The singer said she is currently working on a Punjabi movie that brings together Pakistani and Indian Punjabi artists. Although she did not reveal many details about the project, her announcement has generated considerable interest among fans eager to see her take on a new creative challenge.Nimra also made a special request to her followers ahead of her acting debut. She asked fans not to troll or harshly criticize her if h...

 ISLAMABAD, 30 August, 2026 (Ghufran): Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Aurangzeb Khan Khichi has said that Pakistan and Uzbekistan share much more than formal diplomatic relations, as their ties are deeply rooted in shared history, culture and spiritual heritage. Addressing a special cultural concert titled “Uzbekistan-Pakistan: Melodies of Friendship and Brotherhood” at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), the minister said poetry, music, art and ideas had travelled across the region for centuries, bringing the peoples of Pakistan and Uzbekistan closer. The concert was organised by the Embassy of Uzbekistan to mark the 35th anniversary of Uzbekistan’s independence and was attended by a large number of diplomats, senior officials and dignitaries fro...

 LAHORE, 30 August, 2026 (News Desk): The first trailer of the upcoming Pakistani film IJ: The Secret Parchment, based on the iconic fictional detective Inspector Jamshed created by renowned writer Ishtiaq Ahmed, has been released. The film stars prominent actors including Ahmed Ali Akbar and Umair Rana and brings the much-loved characters from Ishtiaq Ahmed’s famous detective novels to the big screen. The trailer offers a glimpse into a mysterious case involving Inspector Jamshed and his family, featuring elements of suspense, danger, investigation and action. The story revolves around a mysterious parchment whose secrets lead to a series of questions and unexpected developments. For generations of readers who grew up with Ishtiaq Ahmed’s detective novels, Inspector Jamshed r...