RAWALPINDI, Nov 20 (APP):A stage play “Anar ki Kali” was arranged here under aegis of Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC) to encourage the drama artists of the twin cities.
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Legendary actor ‘Shafi Muhammad Shah’ remembered today
ISLAMABAD, Nov 17 (APP):Legendary actor of television ‘Shafi Muhammad Shah’ was remembered on Saturday (today) on his 11th death anniversary by his fans all over the world.
LHC asks cinema owners to file replies to a petition regarding Indian Films till Nov 16
LAHORE, Nov 13 (APP):The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Tuesday gave an opportunity to Cinema Owners Association and others for filing replies to a petition, challenging exhibition of Indian films in Pakistan, till Nov 16.
Govt striving for revival of film industry
PESHAWAR, Nov 13 (APP):Present government was implementing 10-point agenda for the revival of entertainment industry of ‘Naya Pakista that also remained neglected durring the previous regimes.
PNCA to hold musical evening on Saturday
ISLAMABAD, Nov 8 (APP):Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA) has scheduled a musical evening with Classical Singer Ustad Roshan Abbas Khan here on November 10 (Saturday) to entertain the fun lovers of federal capital.
‘Lambi Judai’ legend singer Reshma remembered on her 5th death Anniversary
ISLAMABAD, Nov 3 (APP):The fifth death anniversary of ‘Lambi Judai’ legend Pakistani folk singer, Reshma was observed on Saturday as her fans remembered the Nightingale of Desert’. “Legends like Reshma, are born in centuries as she was a natural artiste and those who have a natural style can never die, they are made for… Continue reading ‘Lambi Judai’ legend singer Reshma remembered on her 5th death Anniversary
China’s import expo to woo world with Pakistani fashion show
ISLAMABAD, Nov 1 (APP):China is promising an international flavour at next week’s import expo in Shanghai to try to restore the world’s confidence and to create a “public platform for global trade.”
Death anniversary of Masood Rana observed
LAHORE, Oct 04 (APP):The 23rd death anniversary of famous singer Masood Rana was observed here on Thursday. Masood Rana died on October 4, 1995, in Lahore. He sang over 5,000 film songs during his career. His song, ‘Tangey Wala Kher Mangda’, gained high popularity and was regarded as ‘Pakistan’s Muhammad Rafi.
Masood Akhtar stresses writing on new subjects
LAHORE, Sep 25 (APP):Veteran film and TV artiste Masood Akhtar has said that the story of the film and drama plays very important role in making the film and drama successful among the public. Talking to APP here on Tuesday, he said that no doubt that experienced artistes are also an indicator of success… Continue reading Masood Akhtar stresses writing on new subjects
Animated movie ‘The Donkey King’ to be released on Oct 19
ISLAMABAD, Sep 23 (APP):Animated movie “The Donkey King” will be released on the October 19 and the film follows the adventures of Mangu Mangu Jan Mangu, a daydreaming donkey who has aspirations to be more successful in life, reported Radio Pakistan. Aziz Jindani is the director of the Donkey King. Earlier, Talisman Studios has… Continue reading Animated movie ‘The Donkey King’ to be released on Oct 19
Artist Iftikhar Qaisar’s first death anniversary observed
ISLAMABAD, Sep 17 (APP):The Presidential Pride of Performance Award winner, talented actor of stage, TV and radio, a writer and poet Iftikhar Qaiser’s first death anniversary was observed on Monday. According to a report aired by a private news channel, Iftikhar Qaisar died on 17 September 2017 in Peshawar after protracted illness. He was suffering… Continue reading Artist Iftikhar Qaisar’s first death anniversary observed
Only audience can help improve theatre environment: Iftikhar Thakur
By Jehangir Khan Tareen MULTAN, Sept 11 (APP)::None other than audience itself can be an agent of change for creating congenial environment to bring the estranged families back to theatres for watching decent dramas. Acclaimed comedian, Iftikhar Thakur, stated this in an interview with APP, here on Tuesday. He lamented that theatre goers did not… Continue reading Only audience can help improve theatre environment: Iftikhar Thakur
Lok Virsa to screen Chinese film “Postmen in the Mountains” on Sept 8
ISLAMABAD, Sep 6 (APP):Lok Virsa Mandwa Film Club will organize screening of Chinese film “Postmen in the Mountains” on September 8 to celebrate cultural ties of two friendly countries. “Postmen in the Mountains” is a 1999 Chinese film directed by Huo Jianqi. It is based on the short story of the same name by author… Continue reading Lok Virsa to screen Chinese film “Postmen in the Mountains” on Sept 8
Legend musician Fateh Ali Khan 21st death anniversary observed
ISLAMABAD, Aug 16 (APP):Legend musician Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan 21st death anniversary was observed on Thursday across the country. “Shahenshah E Qawwali” Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan performed with artists from different cultures. His collaborations with various rock and electronic musicians worldwide, proved both the agility of his voice and it’s hold over it’s audiences. Before… Continue reading Legend musician Fateh Ali Khan 21st death anniversary observed
Famous Ghazal singer Munni Begum mesmerizes audience at RAC
RAWALPINDI, Aug 14 (APP):Famous Ghazal singer Munni Begum mesmerized the audience here at Rawalpindi Arts Council (RAC) late Monday night and received a standing ovation from them. The musical night was arranged by the RAC in connection with Independence Day celebrations. The acclaimed singer kept the audience spellbound by singing her popular Ghazals like… Continue reading Famous Ghazal singer Munni Begum mesmerizes audience at RAC
Pop queen’ Nazia Hassan remembered on her 18th death anniversary
ISLAMABAD, Aug 13 (APP):Pakistani ‘pop queen’ Nazia Hassan was remembered by fans in Pakistan and abroad on her 18th death anniversary on Monday, she passed away on this day almost two decades ago. The music industry’s sweetheart had died on August 13, 2000, at the age of 35, in London, following a prolonged battle… Continue reading Pop queen’ Nazia Hassan remembered on her 18th death anniversary
Lok Virsa to screen super hit film from 1958 “Mukhra” tomorrow
ISLAMABAD, Aug 10 (APP): Lok Virsa Mandwa Film Club would organize screening of Super hit film from 1958 “Mukhra” here at its media center on Saturday. Film stars Sabiha Khannum and Santosh starred in several films together but “Mukhra” from 1958 remains their most successful film. The film received monumental success primarily due to pre-release… Continue reading Lok Virsa to screen super hit film from 1958 “Mukhra” tomorrow
Raja’s character in ‘Load Wedding’ one of my favourites: Fahad Mustafa
ISLAMABAD, Aug 9 (APP):Pakistani actor Fahad Mustafa said Thursday the character of Raja from the movie Load Wedding is one of his favorites. Talking to a private news channel, the actor said, “Raja is a simple Punjabi boy who is humble and would do anything to please anyone.” He added, the film viewers will fall… Continue reading Raja’s character in ‘Load Wedding’ one of my favourites: Fahad Mustafa
Saira Peter, Abrar-ul-Haq to jointly perform in Jashn-e-Azadi show
ISLAMABAD, Aug 9 (APP):Pakistan first Opera Singer Saira Peter and Abrar-ul-Haq a pop, ‘Bhangra’, and folk musician would jointly perform in ‘Jashn-e-Azadi’ musical show in London on August 13. According to a statement issued here on Thursday, Saira Peter specially prepared a new National song for the Jashn-e-Azadi show. Both the famous singers will first… Continue reading Saira Peter, Abrar-ul-Haq to jointly perform in Jashn-e-Azadi show
legendary actress Shamim Ara remembered today
ISLAMABAD, Aug 5 (APP):Renowned Pakistani film actress, film producer and film director Shamim Ara was remembered on her second death anniversary today (August 5). The actress passed away while sleeping in Coma after prolonged illness in London. She was sick for a long time and was under treatment in a hospital in London since… Continue reading legendary actress Shamim Ara remembered today