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Award-winning filmmaker Asim Abbasi continues shooting for his directorial debut feature film ‘Cake’ in London
[Karachi: May 8, 2017]: Award-winning filmmaker Asim Abbasi, will launch his directorial debut feature film titled ‘Cake’ in Cinemas at the end of this year. Set in the present-day world of Karachi and London, ‘Cake’ offers a heartfelt look at the realities of life and death, of past and present, of choices and consequences.
The film unfolds a story about the passage of time seen through the eyes of one family member to another. The cast is led by leading Pakistani actors Aamina Sheikh, Adnan Malik and Sanam Saeed. Last night, Executive Producer of ‘Cake’, Sayed Zulfiqar Bukhari hosted the cast, crew and many members of the film and creative fraternity to celebrate the beginning of the film’s London shoot. He comments “I have been watching the evolution of Pakistani cinema over the years and am excited to be a part of this project to showcase Pakistani talent to an international audience. Cake is a film about responsibility and choice’s according to Asim Abbasi, the writer & director of the film. ‘The story unravels layer by layer, as the characters confront past secrets and buried truths. Cake is directed by Asim Abbasi, with the screenplay also written by Asim Abbasi. The Director of Photography is Mo Azmi and Aarij Hashimi is the Production Designer.
The film is being produced by UK production company – Indus Talkies, with Mahnoor Amna Mahmood as the Associate Producer and Sayed Zulfiqar Bukhari as the Executive Producer. Cake will launch at the end of 2017.
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ARY FILM FESTIVAL 2017 CLOSES WITH A BANG
[Karachi, May 7th, 2017]: ARY Digital Network set forth the 1st ARY Film Festival which ended on 7th of May, 2017 with a star-studded closing night hosted by the multitalented Faysal Qureshi and the beautiful Madiha Imam.
“Taj Mahal 2012” by Muhammad Mahdi Karim – Wikipedia
“Namaqualand, Goegap 0035” by Winfried Bruenken (Amrum) – WikipediaThe event was attended by the top celebrities and personalities of the media and film industry. Amazing performances by Sheema Kirmani, Sanam Marvi and Hamza Qawwal along with a stand-up comedy act by the social media star Danish Ali.
The 3 day festival screened 33 films, which were shortlisted from around 400 entries received from all over the world. The jury included local and international award winning filmmakers, writers and media personalities such as Anwar Maqsood, Khalil Nanitalwala, Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, Marilyn Agrelo, Ram Kishore Parcha, John Gann, Andy Merkin, Jack McDonald and Amna Khan. The festival also came up with special screenings of internationally acclaimed films such as Maheen Zia’s ‘Lyari Notes’, ‘Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velazquez Story’ contributed by the American Film Showcase and Anjum Shehzad’s ‘Mah e Mir’. Additionally, Academy award winner Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy’s ‘Song of Lahore’ was also premiered at the festival.
Award for Best Story Feature Film was given to ‘Choora Ek Pratha’ and Best Short Film (Silver Category) to ‘Amrita & I’, both were screened in collaboration with Delhi International Film Festival. Seraj us Salikin won the award for Best Short Documentary for his film ‘Masters of the Sky’; whereas award for Best Director Short Documentary goes to Ali Ijaz for ‘Pangolins in Peril’. ‘In Search of America’ won the award for Best Short Film (Gold Category); Syed Fazal Hussain won the award of Best Actor (Short Film) for ‘Dil Tau Bacha Hai’. Best Documentary Feature award was given to ‘K2 & The Invisible Footmen’ and Maheen Zia’s ‘Lyari Notes’ won the Red Category Excellence in Documentary Feature. Purple Category Excellence in Documentary Feature was given to Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy for her film ‘Song of Lahore’. Anjum Shehzad’s ‘Mah e Mir’ won the award for Best Film – Feature.
Mr. Salman Iqbal, President & Founder, ARY Digital Network, in his message about the festival said “It has been our primary objective since the establishment of ARY Films to develop and foster the film industry in Pakistan. We have now embarked on yet another journey with the first ARY Film Festival, whereby we will provide a break to new and creative filmmakers from Pakistan and around the world to come showcase their talent and get known for their efforts. This is our first year for the festival and we intend to make it bigger and better in the years to come”.
Presented by Italiano and powered by Rooh Afza, the ARY Film Festival did special collaborations with American Film Showcase and Delhi International Film Festival. It was held from 4th to 6th May 2017 at the Cinepax Cinemas, Ocean Mall Karachi.
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ARY Film Festival 2017 to start from 4th May in Karachi
[Karachi, May 3rd, 2017]: ARY Digital Network is pleased to announce the 1st ARY Film Festival to be held in Karachi from May 4 – 6, 2017 (5:00 pm onwards). Presented by Italiano and powered by Rooh Afza, the film festival will be happening at the Cinepax Cinemas, Ocean Mall Karachi.
“Isalo canyons” – WikipediaThe films being showcased are as follows:
- Choora Ek Pratha,
- Mabel aur Mein
- 100 Steps Sou Qadam
- Ek Pao Dahi
- Pannah
- Speechless
- Taqseem
- Gubbare
- Firaaq
- Kahaani
- Darba
- Dil Tau Bacha Hai
- Bits of What I Have
- 6 Cup Chai
- Black Square
- Toba Tek Singh
- Taweez
- Kathputli
- In Search of America Insha Allah
- Main aur Amrita
- FEICA A Life with Cartoons
- The Preservation of Art of Pottery Making
- Fakir
- Sindh Munjhi Maa
- Sandriders
- Pangolins in Peril A story of Rare Scales
- Masters of the Sky
- Shuwanag The Baloch Shepherd
- K2 and the Invisible Footmen
Apart from the above regular entries, the festival is also coming up with special screenings of internationally appreciated films such as Maheen Zia’s ‘Lyari Notes’, ‘Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velazquez Story’ contributed by the American Film Showcase and Anjum Shehzad’s ‘Mah e Mir’. Academy award winner Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy’s ‘Song of Lahore’ will also be premiered at the festival.
Mr. Salman Iqbal, President & Founder, ARY Digital Network, in his message regarding the festival said “It has been our foremost endeavor to develop and nurture the film industry in Pakistan. We have now embarked on yet another journey in the same direction, the ARY Film Festival, whereby we will provide an opportunity to new and creative filmmakers from Pakistan and around the world to come showcase their talent and get recognized for their efforts. This is our first year for the festival and we intend to make it bigger and better in the years to come”.
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ARY FILMS FESTIVAL 2017
Karachi – 27th April 2017: The ARY Digital Network will be playing host to a much awaited and highly anticipated event, The ARY Film Festival (AFF). A unique event that not only promotes filmmakers in Pakistan, but introduces talent from different parts of the world to this region.
The ARY Film Festival (AFF) will officially commence following a press conference on the 3rd of May. Screening of selected entries will begin from the 4th and will continue till the 6th of May at Cinepax, Ocean Mall, Karachi. During the course of the festival a seminar and panel discussion will also be held, highlighting the factors affecting the success of films and cinema in Pakistan. The festival will be concluded at with grand event featuring musical performances and award ceremony for winning entries.
The official jury for the festival includes:
- Anwar Maqsood – veteran actor, writer and artist
- Maryln Agrelo – U.S. based filmmaker and actress
- Jonn Gan – Former head of DC Shorts now current Director of Programming at the Film Festival Alliance USA
- Andy Merkin – Head of Special Projects and Transmedia at Mirada Studios USA
- Jack McDonald – Emmy Award winning director and writer for NatGeo and Discovery Channel Documentaries
- Sharmeen Obaid Chinnoy – Two time Oscar Winner
- Amina Khan – Director
- Ram Kishore Parcha – Festival Director, Delhi International Film Festival
The duties of Festival Ambassador will be performed by renowned TV actor/host Faysal Qureshi.
Over 30 films will be screened during the festival based on a wide array of topics, under the categories of:
- Feature Films
- Short Films
- Documentary Feature Films
- Documentary Short Films
The Presenting Sponsor for the festival is Italiano and is powered by Hamdard – Rooh Afza. HBO is the official movie channel for the festival. Among the numerous films screening during the festival, some of the special screenings include ‘Mah-e-Mir’ by Director Anjum Shahzad, Sharmeen Obaid Chinnoy’s ‘Song of Lahore’, ‘Liyari Notes’ by Docu-Director Maheen Zia, ‘Choora Ek Paratha’ by Director Ravindra Singh Rajawat (winner for best director and actress at Delhi International Film Festival), ‘Main Aur Amrita’ by director Sumit Mishra (short film from Delhi International Film Festival). Tickets for the screenings will be available at the following venues in Karachi, Szabist University, Greenwich University, Iqra University, Ocean Mall and Cinepax Cinema at Ocean Mall.
FM 107 and FM 91 are on-board as radio partners. For further details and announcements keep following below mention website and social media pages.
Web: http://aryfilmfestival.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ARYFilmFestival.Official
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ARYFilmFestival
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aryfilmfestival/
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The Fast and Furious Franchise, F8 becomes the highest opening day grosser in Pakistan for 2017
[Karachi, 14th April 2017]: The latest offering from The Fast and Furious Franchise, F8 has become the highest opening day grosser in Pakistan for 2017.
The film which has been released by Footprint Entertainment along with approved promotional partner Mountain Dew collected an eye watering 4 crores on it’s first day of release across Pakistan.
GM Marketing Cinepax, Mohsin Yaseen says, “This film is a much needed respite for cinemas across Pakistan as it has the potential to bring audiences who love the big screen and want larger than life entertainment”.Saad Baig of Footprint Entertainment also adds, “We are committed to bring quality entertainment to our cinema screens and are pleased to be a part of this legacy that has become The Fast and The Furious Franchise. Their latest offering is sure to enthrall the audiences for many more weeks”.
Catch this blockbuster action adventure at your nearest Cinepax Cinema as well as other theaters across Pakistan.
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Footprint Entertainment & Mountain Dew host special screening for The Fate of the Furious
[Karachi, 14th April 2017]: Footprint Entertainment (Distribution arm of Cinepax cinemas) and Mountain Dew hosted an exclusive screening for The Fate of the Furious at the Nueplex Cinemas in Karachi.
Top celebrities and socialites were present at the red carpet event, some of whom included jeweler and photographer Tapu Javeri, renowned actors and models included Faysal Qureshi, Ayaz Samo, Nadia Hussain, Ahad Raza Mir, Ali Gul Pir, Muzna Ebarhim, Neetasha Singh just to name a few.
The most stimulating action adventure is the Eighth installment of The Fast and the Furious franchise is directed by F. Gary Gray and written by Chris Morgan and star Vin Diesel, Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris Bridges, Nathalie Emmanuel, Kurt Russell, Scott Eastwood, Charlize Theron, Elsa Pataky and Helen Mirren. The plot of the movie revolves around how the whole team is trying to lead normal crime free lives; however it is Dom that gets into trouble because of a mystery woman that causes him to betray those close to him. They will face trials like never before.
Mohsin Yaseen, GM Marketing & Content, Cinepax Cinemas commented “The screening was an exciting and thrilling experience for everyone who attended it. Our team is persistently working on bringing best of movies for Pakistani cinemas & making our customer experience pleasant and stirring. We look forward to cater to the excitement of people regarding this franchise.”
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Khaadi launches Lawn Volume 2 Collection
[Karachi: 13th April 2017]: Pakistan’s premium clothing and lifestyle brand Khaadi, has launched their Lawn Volume 2 worldwide via Khaadi’s retail network and e-store.
The new collection offers a range of designs inspired by the refreshing summer breeze and the cheerful sun in the latest Lawn Volume 2 collection. Infused with vibrant colours and designs, it features a wide range with a fusion of ethnic and modern unstitched garments, giving women the perfect feel for the season.
The catalogue displays clothes stitched in an array of styles to inspire our customers, keeping in mind the latest trends. Whether one is looking for modern or traditional, bright or subtle designs, Khaadi introduces a versatile range of prints in different styles and colours to offer something for everyone.
The new lawn collection will be unveiled on the 15th of April nationwide and will be available in stores and online at www.khaadi.com/
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Punjab Nahi Jaungi to release worldwide on Eid Ul Adha
[Karachi: 8th April 2017]: Punjab Nahi Jaungi, the latest offering by ARY Films & Six Sigma Plus after the blockbuster Jawani Phir Nahin Aani, is ready to hit cinemas on Eid Ul Adha.
Punjab Nahi Jaungi is a romantic-drama directed by the award-winning director, Nadeem Baig and produced by Salman Iqbal, Shehzad Nasib, Humayun Saeed & Jerjees Seja.
Written by the legendary playwright Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar, of Sadqay Tumhare & Pyarey Afzal fame, Punjab Nahi Jaungi boasts an A-list ensemble cast including Humayun Saeed, Mehwish Hayat, Ahmad Ali Butt, Urwa Hocane, Azfar Rehman, Behroz Subzwari, Saba Hamid, Waseem Abbas & Naveed Shehzad.
The film has been shot entirely in Pakistan – and will be released under the banner of ARY Films worldwide.
You can watch the teaser here: CLICK HERE!
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Masarrat Misbah Makeup Celebrates Two Years
[Lahore: 7th April, 2017]: Pakistan’s first Halal Certified Makeup brand, Masarrat Misbah Makeup, completes two successful years this April with an exclusive preview of the new arrivals in the makeup range.
In 2015, with over 36 years of experience in the Pakistan beauty industry and a nationwide empire of Depilex Salons, Masarrat Misbah took her experience & knowledge and launched her very own cosmetics brand, Masarrat Misbah Makeup.
MM Makeup, does not only serve as the best suited for the Asian complexion, perfect match solution for complexion and skin type but is also made from 100% halal ingredients.
At the exclusive gathering, the newest additions in the Masarrat Misbah Makeup range – new shades of Silk Foundation, Silk Pressed Powder and Stay On Blusher were showcased and presented to guests, to give them a personalised experience of the product and how it feels to apply it.
On the completion of their second year, entrepreneur & philanthropist Masarrat Misbah stated “I am very delighted to celebrate two years of Masarrat Makeup and look forward to seeing more years of success, with the love and support of our beloved customers.”
“Every woman is born beautiful and has the right to look and feel gorgeous. A few strokes of the right makeup can make any face light up.” Misbah further added. Masarrat Misbah Makeup is available nationwide and online on www.masarratmakeup.com
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Top 5 from Khaadi lawn 2017, Volume-1 collection
Khaadi recently launched unstitched Lawn 2017, volume-1. Here we have picked up so far top or you can say best of that collection. Here are our best 5 prints.
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R17204-A-BEIGE
Lovely color and print, and also have an economical price, which adds more votes to buy it at first sight.
Price is PKR 3,600; we believe every fashion Lover at-least can afford it to buy for herself or any family member. Embroidered Lawn Shirt, Lawn Shalwar and Chiffon Dupatta
You can buy it through this Product code: R17204-Beige, it will be a 3-piece pack includes Shirt, Shalwar and Dupatta. Beige colored this Lawn is must buy thing from Khaadi.
2. H17205-B-BLUE
This is another amazing combination of colors and compatibility. It is priced at PKR 6,800; we believe another amazing addition to Volume-1 of Khaadi Lawn for this year. It is Printed Satin Front and Back. Embroidered Organza Patti, Lawn Shalwar, Tissue Silk Dupatta.
Product code: H17205-BLUE, It is available in 5-piece. This Blue colored stuff is a must buy from Khaadi, then why are you waiting for?
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U17105–PINK
If you are in love with Pink color, this is the dress you must wear during this season, comes in only PKR 1,900. Embroidered Lawn Shirt is awesome and color pink and addition of Green ads more love to this shirt.
If you are thinking to buy it, go and visit Khaadi with code: U17105-Pink.
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N17102-B-GREY
Lawn fabrics and color is GREY, we are starting to believe now Khaadi has unlimited range in Volume-1. Only PKR 2,800 includes Embroidered Lawn Shirt and Shalwar.
It means with this Product code: N17102-Grey, you can buy it easily from Khaadi.
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G17203-B-YELLOW
We tried to pick top-5 from this wide range of Volume-1, wasn’t an easy task, but we tried our level best to bring best out of those. This YELLOW colored Lawn dress includes Embroidered Lawn Shirt, Printed Lawn Shalwar and Chiffon Dupatta on only PKR 6,000.
We tried our level best to pick top-5, but guess what they have some wonderful collection in volume-1. Wish you best of luck with your choice for this upcoming season. Visit Khaadi Website and have a look at more collection, but we refer you to buy one of the above.
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