SAMAN ANSARI TO BE SEEN ON-STAGE IN THEATRE PLAY JASOOSI DUNYA

Karachi [2^nd October, 2018] Khaani famed actress Saman Ansari is a multifaceted actor who has been portraying strong roles in leading dramas on Pakistani television. She has been seen on major channels in dramas like; Mr. Shamim, Bin Roye, Sammi, Dar Si Jaati Hai Sila, Mohabbat Tumse Nafrat Hai and many more.

After giving back-to-back hit serials, Saman Ansari has transitioned from the drama industry onto the theatrical stage and will be seen in a resilient character in an upcoming theatre play ‘Jasoosi Dunya.’ The play has been adapted by director Khalid Ahmed from an English play called 'The Psychic' by Sam Bobrick. The story is a murder mystery of sorts filled with fantasy, murder, comedy, romance, action, and as the name suggests, psychic elements.

When asked about Ansari’s transition from drama to theatre, she said, 

"The transition was totally unexpected. I was always fascinated by theatre as a young girl and wanted to learn the methods of acting and techniques of voice projection. Recently, I was surprisingly contacted by one of the brilliant scriptwriters of Pakistan, BeeGul, to be a part of this play. Later, I got a call from director Khalid Ahmed who gave me the lead character of this play".

Being the female lead of 'Jasoosi Dunya', Saman described her character, as, 

"Salma is a beautiful, confident, and an elegant woman, struggling in a terrible marriage. She decides to walk up to a psychic just out of curiosity one day to ease her mind and without realizing it, ends up becoming a muse for his writings as the psychic is actually a murder mystery writer".

As theatre is a different platform than television, Saman Ansari shared her working experience having invested weeks and weeks of rehearsals, vocal training, body movement and perfecting her one take rundown. She also said that a horizontal diversification in any kind of performing arts always helps an actor to progress.

Saman also shared her views about the future of theatre and live performances in the era of Netflix. She added by saying "Netflix, torrents, DVD's, TV on demand, nothing can replace the energy of a live performance. It is imperative for parallel media to support and help promote live performances and theater, but nothing can ever diminish its power to attract an audience. NAPA is infantile but shall grow to be brilliant".

Jasoosi Dunya will premiere on October 4th, 2018 till October 13th, 2018 at NAPA, Karachi.

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Sonya Hussyn Set the Stage on Fire at the IPPA Awards 2018

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Whether it is creating a fashion statement or leaving a powerful impact as an actor, Sonya Hussyn has always set higher standards for others to strive for. The actress, who is known for her roles in Mere Hamrahi, Aisi Hai Tanhai, Nazo and Meri Guriya amazed the audience at the IPPA Awards 2018 with mind-blowing dance performances.

Her elegant and classy solo performance on 'Ankhiyan Udeek Diyan' was much appreciated. 5Sonya's second dance performance with Ali Kazmi on the song 'Nach Nach Ke' along with Wahab Shah was power-packed and energetic.

Sonya Hussyn, known for her strong persona and acting skills was nominated in three categories for the IPPA 2018; Best Actor Female TV Serial 2017, IPPA Best Jodi of the Year - TV Serial (Sonya Hussyn & Sami Khan for Aisi Hai Tanhai) and IPPA Style Icon of the Year - Female, she indeed came home with the IPPA award for Style Icon of the Year - Female.

The International Pakistan Prestige Awards, IPPA Awards 2018 are one of the largest star-studded Awards that took place earlier this September at Indigo 02, London.

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Sonya Hussyn Award look

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Sonya while receiving the award

International Pakistan Prestige Awards (IPPA) 2018

Crème of Pakistani celebrities honored in London at 2^nd annual

International Pakistan Prestige Awards (IPPA)

Who’s Who Guest List from Pakistani film, television, music and fashion descends on London’s Indigo at The O2

Following its inaugural debut on the UK’s celebrity event calendar in 2017, the second, annual International Pakistan Prestige Awards (IPPA) welcomed the A-list of Pakistan’s glitterati on Sunday 9^th September at the renowned Indigo at The O2, London.

A who’s who guest list of the finest from the worlds of Pakistani film and television, music and fashion were joined by leading figures from the UK’s expatriate community and corporate sector, as well as by fans and audiences themselves, as IPPA continued to acknowledge and celebrate the wealth of talent from Pakistan’s entertainment industries with global audiences and fan bases that transcend borders.

Celebrities who attended at IPPA 2018 includes: Meywish Hayat, Humayun Saeed, Syra and Shehroz Sabzwari, Zahid Iftikhar Ahmed, Yasir Hussain, Ayesha Omer, Sarwat Gilani, Sonya Hussain, Ali Kazmi, Ahsan Khan, Jawed Sheikh, Adnan Siddiqui, Mathira, Sana Fakhar, Bilal Ashraf, Shiraz Uppal, Ayesha Sana, Osman Khalid Butt, Mikaal Zulfiqar, Shermeen Ali, Urwa Hocane, Farhan Saeed, Azfar Rehman, Ainy Jaffri, Nadia Khan, Yashma Gill And Saifi Hasan.

The ceremony was interspersed with world class entertainment that set that stage ablaze, with dazzling performances by: Sana Fakhr, Syra and Shehroze, Shiraz Uppal, Ali Kazmi and Sonia and Urwa and Farhan.

Award winners on the night:

Best Film 2017: Punjab Nahi Jaongi

Best Actress Film: Mehwish Hayat (Jury and Viewers’ Choice)

Best Actor Film: Humayun Saeed (Jury and Viewers’ Choice)

Best Jori Film: Osman Khalid Butt and Ainy Jaffri for Balu Mahi

Best Director Film: Nadeem Baig

Best Supporting Actor Film: Urwa

Best Singer of the Year: Shiraz Uppal

Best TV Serial 2017 (Jury): Baaghi

Best TV Serial 2017 (Viewers’ Choice): Yaqeen Ka Safar

Best Actor (Female) TV Serial 2017(Viewers’ Choice): Saba Qamar

Best Actor (Female) TV Serial 2017(Jury): Sajjal Ali

Best Actor (Male) TV Serial 2017(Viewers’ Choice): Mikaal

Best Actor (Male) TV Serial 2017 (Jury): Adnan Siddiqui

Best Supporting Actor TV Serial: Sana Fakhr and Ali Kazmi

Best Director TV Serial: Khuda aur Muhabbat

Best Jori TV Serial – Ahad and Sajjal

IPPA Style Icon of the Year: Sonya Hussain

Designer of the Year: Ali Xeeshan

IPPA Star of the Year (female): Sajjal

IPPA Star of the Year (male):Ahsan Khan

Model of the Year: Hira Shah

Best Emerging Talent: Ahad Raza Mir

Most Stylish TV Presenter Male: Yasir Hussain

Most Stylish TV Presenter Female: Ayesha Omer

Best British Pakistani in Business – Mr Mehbbob of Royal Nawab

Best Pakistani International Brand -- Damas

In addition, Special Category Awards were presented for Lifetime Achievement to Sultana Siddiqui, president HUM Network Ltd

IPPA Founder Ali Malik said on the occasion, 

“Following the success of IPPA’s inaugural year in 2017, we are delighted to have brought to the UK the second, annual instalment on an even grander scale than our debut year. We once again united the most coveted names from Pakistan’s burgeoning arts and entertainment industries on one platform in the UK, allowing fans and audiences to see their favourite icons on stage, while also celebrating the wealth of talent from Pakistan that has garnered fans and followers globally. We are honoured to have shared this immense pride in Pakistani achievement with audiences and guests on the night.”

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The Mystery of Sonya Hussyn’s Purple Dress

London: Recently, at the Hum Style Awards where everyone dressed to impress, a mystery surfaced about a purple dress. Stunner Sonya Hussyn looked Uber-chic in a purple dress, flawless sun-kissed makeup, and a fishtail braid. She never leaves a moment to shine anywhere, whether it’s a casual day out or a starry night.

Multiple claims were made by different bloggers naming designers like Shehla Chatoor and Natasha Kamal as the sole owner of the beautiful dress. What’s the mystery or a controversy here you ask? The dress became a conversation starter as it was inspired by international designer Ralph Russo’s Spring 2017 Couture collection, which on evident demand was an inspirational copy.

A little bird told us that the designer does not intend to reveal or be revealed. Sonya is known for her classy style sense and strong persona. Let it be a mystery about the dress, at least we know who rocked the dress.

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Nausheen Shah Awarded as Style Icon of the Year at the 2nd Pakistan Excellence Awards 2018

Karachi, September 1st, 2018: 2nd Pakistan Excellence Awards were held at the Marriott Hotel, Karachi on Friday, August 31st, 2018 hosted by Mr. Hameed Bhutto CEO Pakistan Excellence Foundation. The event was attended by many celebrities, socialites and other renowned people from different fields. 

There were multiple categories in which talented individuals from the Media Industry were recognized and celebrated. Nausheen Shah, a renowned actor, already known for her style sense was recognized as the Style Icon of the Year 2018. 

At the time of receiving the coveted award, Nausheen Shah stated, ‘It’s an honor and I am privileged to be here tonight. I am very humbled to receive this award. It feels great when someone is recognized for their hard work.’

Award was presented by Nina Kashif, General Manager/Producer, Urdu1.

After Parwaz Hai Junoon, Shaz Khan’s Successful Trajectory takes him to Lamhay

After the release of Parwaz Hai Junoon this Eid Ul Adha, making 17.9 Million from the local box-office on an opening day, the film has managed to genuinely hook the audience with such a strong storyline and a star-cast. Shaz Khan who is known to be the most content-centric strong actor, who’s spell-binding acting skills and looks has charmed the audience, not just in Pakistan but worldwide.

From Shaz’s debut film Moor to his debut drama Yaqeen Ka Safar till PHJ, he has proven to be an actor who discovers the depth of the character and story before portraying it.

After recently playing a character of a Squadron Leader, Shaz will be seen as Hashir, who is a westerner and has an unpredictable volatile side. A non-resident Pakistani who comes back to Pakistan for his grandmother and now trying to figure out a drastic shift in his life and to get in touch with his roots. The drama will keep the audience glued with twists, turns, and conundrums, unfolding of the characters and the way the story is told.

The drama is directed by Amna Nawaz Khan under the banner of Momina Duraid Productions. Alongside Shaz, Zara Noor Abbas has also played a powerful character of Aleena who is the caretaker of Hashir's house. The first episode was critically praised by audience and reviewers.