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 LOS ANGELES, 28 September, 2026 (Nosheen): Taylor Swift made history at MTV’s annual Video Music Awards by winning three awards, including Video of the Year for “The Fate of Ophelia,” taking her career total to a record 33 VMAs. Swift, who had previously been tied with Beyoncé at 30 awards each, dedicated her latest honor to late country music legend Dolly Parton, praising her as “the ultimate showgirl” and saying audiences were fortunate to have shared the planet with her. “The Fate of Ophelia,” the first single from Swift’s record-breaking 2025 album “The Life of a Showgirl,” was named Video of the Year, while Swift also received the inaugural MTV VMA Artist Director Honors and won Best Direction for her “Opalite” video. Her latest video for the single “Patient Zero,” starring ...

LOS ANGELES, 28 September, 2026 (Ghufran): Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter won the Best Collaboration award, while K-pop superstar Lisa took home the Best Pop Video honour at MTV’s annual Video Music Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday. The duo won the collaboration award for “Bring Your Love,” which they also performed during the ceremony’s opening, receiving a warm response from the audience. Madonna praised Carpenter and described their work together as a wonderful experience. Lisa, a member of Blackpink, won Best Pop Video for her solo track “Dream” and became emotional while thanking her fans, known as Lillies, for their continued support. Taylor Swift also attended the ceremony and was set to receive the inaugural MTV VMA Artist Director Honors in recognition of her work directing music vi...

KARACHI, 28 September, 2026 (Nosheen): Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane celebrated her 34th birthday in an intimate and heartwarming gathering surrounded by colourful balloons, festive decorations and her husband, actor Ameer Gilani. The actress, who is known for extending her birthday celebrations throughout September, opted for a more understated celebration this year and shared glimpses of her late-night birthday gathering at home on Instagram. Mawra was seen posing beside a Marvel-themed cake, a large bouquet and vibrant balloons while dressed in a soft baby-pink flowing frock. Ameer Gilani complemented her look in a blue dress shirt and camel-coloured trousers. Adding a romantic touch, Mawra captioned her post with a message expressing love and affection, while Ameer also shared a heart...

 MUMBAI, 28 September, 2026 (Nosheen): Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan has praised Shah Rukh Khan for his resilience, determination and ability to overcome difficult situations, recalling his experiences of working with the superstar. The discussion took place during the latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18, featuring actor Rajkummar Rao. During the programme, Rao shared memories of his early days and revealed that he had decided to pursue acting at a young age. He recalled that a poster of Amitabh Bachchan was displayed in his mother’s room and that the legendary actor remained his inspiration for years. Speaking about Shah Rukh Khan, Rao said he was impressed by how someone from a middle-class family in Delhi had reached Bollywood through theatre and television an...

 SINGAPORE, 28 September, 2026 (Ghufran): Bollywood star Aamir Khan will be honoured with the Screen Icon Award at the 37th Singapore International Film Festival, marking the 25th anniversary of his acclaimed film Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India. Khan will attend a special 25th-anniversary screening of the film at the festival and will also participate in an “In Conversation With” session. The Singapore International Film Festival will run from October 21 to November 1, with this year’s edition being held about a month earlier than usual. The Screen Icon Award recognises Asian actors for outstanding creative contributions to cinema. Released on June 15, 2001, Lagaan was set in 1893 during British colonial rule and followed villagers in central India struggling with drought and h...

ISLAMABAD, 28 September, 2026 (News Desk): Television host Nadia Khan has faced criticism over questions she asked Pakistani fashion designer Preeshe Adnan during a recent interview, particularly regarding the designer’s gym wear collection and social media fitness videos. Preeshe Adnan, CEO of the Amir Adnan brand, recently represented Pakistan at New York Fashion Week and later appeared in an interview with Nadia Khan. During the interview, Nadia asked whether Preeshe’s parents were comfortable with the relatively bold designs featured in her gym collection. Preeshe responded that she had always received full support from her parents. The designer later expressed displeasure over the questions, saying that after representing Pakistan and its culture internationally, she was asked about h...

ISLAMABAD, 27 September, 2026 (Nosheen): Pakistani actor Mahira Khan has shared an emotional note for director Wajahat Hussain ahead of the premiere of Mitti De Baway, expressing gratitude for his work on the drama and for shaping her character Billo. Written by Faiza Iftikhar and directed by Hussain, the drama marks Mahira Khan and Wahaj Ali’s first on-screen pairing. Sharing a behind-the-scenes photograph with Hussain and Ali, Mahira wrote that the director believed in Billo and understood the character deeply, signing off with the words, “Love alwayssss, your Billo.” Hussain reshared the note on his Instagram story, saying it had truly touched his heart and describing their collaboration as a memorable journey. Actor Yumna Zaidi also wished the team success, saying that beautiful things...

25 September, 2026 (Ghufran): Pakistani filmmaker Sarmad Khoosat’s film Lali will be screened on the opening night of the Tasveer Film Festival in Seattle on October 15. The film, which previously premiered in Berlin and was screened at film festivals in Washington DC and London, is among the Pakistani productions selected for this year’s festival. The Tasveer Film Festival features 136 titles, including 21 feature films, and is recognised as a South Asian film festival where winning films can qualify for Oscar consideration. Lali will be screened at 6pm local time at the Tasveer Film Centre, following a red carpet event, while the cast and crew will participate in a post-screening audience session. The festival will also host a gala dinner featuring live music and a DJ. The film stars Mam...

 Mumbai, 25 September, 2026 (Nosheen): Veteran Indian actor and comedian Mushtaq Khan, best known for his memorable role as Ballu, the fake-legged hockey player in the 2007 comedy film Welcome, has died at the age of 75. According to his son Mohsin, Khan had been battling cancer and died at Nanavati Hospital in Mumbai on Thursday. Khan made his film debut in the 1980 movie Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyoon Aata Hai? and went on to appear in more than 500 films during his career. His notable works included Hera Pheri, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke and Gadar: Ek Prem Katha. Khan gained renewed popularity years after the release of Welcome for his portrayal of Ballu, the loyal aide of antagonist Uday Shetty. His deadpan delivery and memorable dialogue about having a fake leg made the character par...