Pakistani actress Javeria Abbasi has spoken out against what she describes as society’s tendency to judge confident, independent and successful women more harshly than men, calling for greater respect for women’s personal choices and ambitions. Speaking in a recent interview, the actress said she finds it difficult to understand why women who believe in themselves, […]
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Urwa Hocane questions why women are forced to “survive” violence
Pakistani actor Urwa Hocane has raised questions about persistent violence against women in society, asking why survival has become “a woman’s greatest achievement” in the face of repeated incidents of gender-based abuse. Read More: Urwa breaks silence on second pregnancy rumours Her remarks came after a disturbing week in which multiple cases of violence against women […]
Bushra Ansari raises concerns over population growth
Veteran Pakistani actress Bushra Ansari has expressed concern over the country’s rapidly growing population, stressing the importance of family planning and responsible decision-making for the welfare of future generations. Read More: Bushra Ansari criticises Firdous Jamal over controversial remarks Speaking during a recent appearance on a private television programme, the senior actress shared her views on […]
Saba Qamar opens up about emotional toll of playing rape survivor in Case No. 9
KARACHI – Acclaimed actor Saba Qamar has revealed how emotionally challenging it was to portray a rape survivor in her new drama Case No. 9, which tackles themes of trauma, justice, and resilience. The revelation came after a viral clip showed fellow actors Shamoon Abbasi, Nadia Khan, and Atiqa Odho praising Saba’s powerful performance in […]
‘Jama Taqseem’ Episode Shocks Viewers With Harrowing Portrayal of Abuse Within Families
KARACHI – The hit drama Jama Taqseem has taken a deeply emotional and unsettling turn, leaving audiences shaken and reflective after its latest episode tackled the issue of harassment within a joint family household. Originally centred on a young bride’s journey of adjustment and resilience, the story has evolved into a powerful social commentary that […]
Southeast Nigeria streets empty for Biafra remembrance
Streets in southeast Nigeria were deserted on Monday as the former separatist region commemorated the more than one million people who died in the Biafra war and famine half a century ago. Markets and roads were empty in the major cities of Aba, Owerri and Akwa, at the heart of former “Republic of Biafra”, in […]