February 19, 2025 – BOL News Staging

PM Shehbaz invites Bahrain’s businessmen to invest in Pakistan

February 19, 2025 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif invited the businessmen of Bahrain to tap the huge potential of business activities in Pakistan and invest in various sectors.

He also stressed to further increase the trade volume of the two countries.

The prime minister was talking to a delegation of Parliamentary delegation of Bahrain led by Speaker of Council of Representatives of Bahrain, Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam which called on him here at the PM House.

He emphasized that exchange of the parliamentary delegations of the two countries was important to further strengthen bilateral ties.

He also conveyed his best wishes to the King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa.

“The brotherly relations of Pakistan and Bahrain are very strong and based on the shared beliefs, history and culture,” the prime minister said.

He highlighted that the Pakistanis living in Bahrain were rendering key services in the country.

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COAS arrives in UK to participate in 7th Regional Stabilization Conference

February 20, 2025February 19, 2025 by Abid Khan

RAWALPINDI: General Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff (COAS), is on an official visit to the United Kingdom to participate in the 7th Regional Stabilization Conference at the esteemed Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, where he will deliver the keynote address on “The Emerging World Order and Pakistan’s Future Outlook.”

The Stabilization Conference serves as the premier platform for Army-to-Army dialogue between Pakistan and the United Kingdom, held annually to foster collaboration.

The event brings together a balanced representation of policymakers, both civil and military, as well as members of prominent think tanks from both nations.

This year’s conference holds particular significance in light of the rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape, providing an invaluable opportunity to exchange perspectives and explore pathways for enhanced bilateral cooperation.

On the inaugural day of his visit, General Syed Asim Munir was accorded a warm and dignified welcome, including a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the historic Royal Horse Guards Parade Ground, presented by an impeccably turned-out contingent.

During his visit, the COAS will engage with key members of the UK’s civil and military leadership to discuss matters of mutual interest. His engagements will include meetings with Mr Adm Toney Radikon, Chief of Defence Staff UK, General Sir Roland Walker, Chief of the General Staff of the British Army, and Mr. Jonathan Nicholas Powell, the UK National Security Advisor.

Furthermore, the COAS will hold discussions with Ms. Yvette Cooper, Home Secretary, to address shared challenges and underscore the importance of fostering deeper collaboration.

Pakistan and the United Kingdom share a long-standing relationship rooted in strong diplomatic, economic, and security ties. Over the years, the two countries’ militaries have maintained robust cooperation, particularly in the domains of counterterrorism and professional training.

As part of his itinerary, COAS will also visit prominent units of the British Army, including the Land Warfare Centre and the 1st Strike Brigade, where he will receive briefings on the UK Army’s modernization initiatives and operational strategies.

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Arijit Singh’s heartwarming moment with father during live concert wins hearts: Watch

February 19, 2025 by Areej Afzal

A touching moment from Arijit Singh’s recent concert has gone viral.
Arijit received a video call from his father during a live concert.
He picked up the call, showing his respect and love.

A touching moment from Arijit Singh’s recent concert has gone viral, showcasing the singer’s deep bond with his father. While performing ‘Sajni Re’ from the film Laapataa Ladies, Arijit received a video call from his father. Without hesitation, he picked up the call, showing his respect and love, even amidst the live audience.

Arijit then turned his phone towards the crowd and proudly announced, “My dad’s on video call,” sharing the special moment with his fans. The audience erupted in applause, touched by his genuine display of affection and humility.

The heartwarming gesture quickly spread on social media, with fans praising the singer’s grounded nature and respect for his parents. One fan commented, “It’s proof no matter who you are or how busy you are, you can’t ignore your father’s call. Arijit sir, you are a gem.”

Another wrote, “Unfold right before his eyes—even if it’s just through a video call. The world chanted his son’s name… Can you picture the pride in his father’s eyes?”

This beautiful father-son moment has left fans in awe of Arijit’s humility and the strong family values he upholds, making him even more admired by his followers.

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Salman Khan to rule cinemas on Eid-ul-Fitr with upcoming film ‘Sikandar’

February 19, 2025 by Areej Afzal

The makers of Sikandar have revealed the film’s release date.
The film will hit theaters on Eid-ul-Fitr on March 28.
The makers shared the first poster of the film on social media.

The makers of Sikandar have revealed the film’s release date, aligning it with Eid-ul-Fitr on March 28. This announcement came alongside the launch of a fresh poster, coinciding with Sajid Nadiadwala’s birthday. Sharing the poster online, the production house wrote, “To all the amazing fans, your patience means the world to us. A little gift on #SajidNadiadwala’s birthday, after the love we’ve received on Sikandar!”

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Despite earlier reports suggesting a possible delay due to Rashmika Mandanna’s injury, the makers confirmed that Salman Khan has once again secured Eid for his fans, continuing his tradition of blockbuster releases during the festive season.

The teaser for Sikandar showcases Salman entering a room filled with deadly weapons and masked men. In the teaser, he delivers the powerful line, “Suna hai bohat log mere piche pade hain, bas mere mudne ki der hai,” before turning to face his enemies, setting the stage for high-octane action sequences.

Directed by AR Murugadoss, the film also stars Kajal Aggarwal and Rashmika Mandanna. While the plot remains under wraps, Indian media reports suggest that Sikandar will elevate the Salman-Sajid collaboration to new heights, promising a thrilling cinematic experience for fans.

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Pakistan wins toss, opts to bowl first against New Zealand in opening match

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025 by Areej Afzal

The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has officially begun in Pakistan, with the tournament’s opening match taking place between Pakistan and New Zealand at National Stadium, Karachi. Pakistan won the toss and opted to bowl first against the opponent team, New Zealand.

According to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) spokesperson, the opening match of the Champions Trophy is being played today in Karachi, where President Asif Ali Zardari is attending as the chief guest.

During the toss, Pakistan’s captain Mohammad Rizwan expressed his determination to start the tournament on a winning note. He stated, “We will try to put up a strong performance against the visiting team and begin the tournament with a victory.”

Pakistan Captain Mohammad Rizwan and New Zealand Captain Mitchell Santner Share Their Thoughts Ahead of the Match

Pakistan cricket team captain Mohammad Rizwan emphasized the need to outperform New Zealand to secure a victory. He stated, “To win, we need to play better than New Zealand. Babar Azam is our best player, and he will open the innings.”

Meanwhile, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner expressed optimism about his team’s chances. He said, “We are hopeful for a victory in the match. Our aim is to set a big target against the host team, Pakistan, and put them under pressure.”

The Pakistan cricket team for the opening match of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 includes Captain Mohammad Rizwan, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Salman Ali Agha, Tayyab Tahir, Khushdil Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, and Abrar Ahmed.

It is noteworthy that Pakistan is hosting an ICC event after 29 years. All teams have undergone rigorous preparation for the mega tournament, with each side battling to claim the prestigious Champions Trophy title.

For this ICC event, Pakistan’s three stadiums have undergone extensive upgrades, transforming into world-class venues. Now, it is up to the players to seize the trophy and meet the expectations of their passionate home crowd. The Green Shirts not only aim to defend their Champions Trophy title but also strive to make their fans proud on home soil.

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Malaysia’s MCMC lauds Pakistan’s USF for empowering rural communities

February 19, 2025 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: In a significant endorsement of Pakistan’s digital advancement, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has praised the Universal Service Fund (USF) of the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoIT&T) for its remarkable efforts in bridging the digital divide between urban and rural areas.

CEO Ch Mudassar Naveed underscored USF’s pivotal role in empowering rural communities through 161 groundbreaking Access, Broadband, and OFC projects, unlocking PKR 136 billion in subsidies and making a tangible impact on the lives of over 37 million people.

Notably, Malaysia’s Universal Service Provision (USP) initiative shares similar vision & goals with USF, aiming to reduce the digital divide in unserved areas and communities.

The Malaysian government has allocated RM2.55 billion in Budget 2025 to enhance telecommunications infrastructure and support the creative industry.

A high-level delegation from the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), and tech companies visited the Universal Service Fund Head Office in Islamabad. The delegation was comprised with Ms. Malini Ramalingam, Head of MCMC Academy, along with Mr. Wan Khairil Reza Bin Wan Kamaludin, Head of Universal Service Provision (USP), Prof Emeritus Dr Tarek Bin Abd Rehman Advisor to MCMC Academy, Ms. Dg Aidah Binti Ag Piut Director Industry Development (MCMC) and others.

The Malaysian delegation was warmly welcomed by Universal Service Fund CEO Ch Mudassar Naveed. During their visit, the MCMC delegation engaged in a fruitful exchange of ideas, experiences, and initiatives aimed at achieving their shared goal of connecting the unconnected.

CEO USF Ch. Mudassar underscored the USF pivotal role in bridging the digital divide and empowering rural communities by providing Mobile Broadband services to unserved and underserved areas across Pakistan.

He noted that service providers often focus on commercially viable areas, resulting in a significant gap between urban and rural communities – a disparity commonly referred to as the digital divide. If left unaddressed, this communication gap can have far-reaching social implications. The USF is working diligently to bridge this gap and promote digital inclusivity nationwide.

Ch. Mudassar Naveed highlighted the organization’s achievements in revolutionizing Pakistan’s digital landscape. Following the Prime Minister’s Digital Pakistan Vision and with the guidance and unwavering support of Minister for IT & Telecom, USF has initiated 161 groundbreaking Access, Broadband and OFC Projects, unlocking PKR 136 billion in subsidies.

These efforts have led to the installation of over 4,000 Telecom Sites and 21,500 previously un-served MAUZAS have been empowered with high-speed mobile broadband, making a tangible impact on the lives of over 37 million people.

Furthermore, the USF has also laid over 16500 km of Optical Fiber Cable across the country bridging the digital divide for more than 950 towns and union councils and connecting people to a world of opportunities and laying the foundation for a brighter digital future. This achievement is a testament to USF’s commitment to digitizing Pakistan and promoting digital inclusivity.

While discussing the USP Fund in Malaysia, Mr. Wan Khairil Reza Bin Wan Kamaludin, Head of Universal Service Provision (USP), highlighted that USP has been instrumental in providing internet access to rural areas, with 1099 internet canters and 1661 4G towers installed to date.

The USP fund has also supported telecommunications infrastructure development, including constructing new communication towers and upgrading existing ones.

Additionally, the MCMC delegation briefed on key initiatives driving 5G deployment in Malaysia, focusing on overcoming infrastructure challenges, optimizing costs, and promoting digital inclusion. They emphasized the role of public-private partnerships in ensuring 5G accessibility and supporting Malaysia’s digital transformation.

The Malaysian Communication Delegation is on a 6-day visit to Pakistan and participated in a 4-day seminar on “Regulatory Masterclass 5G and Beyond: Shaping the Future of Connectivity” organized by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) in collaboration with Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).

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Rakhi Sawant expresses her wish to marry Pakistani police officer

February 19, 2025 by Areej Afzal

Rakhi Sawant expressed her wish to marry a Pakistani police officer.
Rakhi shared her disappointment over Dodie Khan’s change of heart.
She revealed that her late father wanted her to marry a police officer.

Indian actress and dancer Rakhi Sawant recently expressed her wish to marry a Pakistani police officer, following previous proposals from Dodie Khan and Mufti Qavi. In a phone conversation with host Mathira, Rakhi shared her disappointment over Khan’s change of heart, saying, “I am a human, not a piece of chocolate.”

Reflecting on Mufti Qavi’s proposal, she humorously admitted, “I like Qavi, but he should hit the gym like Dodie Khan and lose some weight.” Rakhi revealed that her late father wanted her to marry a police officer and joked, “Pakistani officers look very handsome. Is there one who is willing to hold my hand?”

Despite the public buzz, Rakhi clarified she isn’t serious about marrying Mufti Qavi, stating, “I don’t know if he has 100 wives or 900, but I alone am equal to 100,000 women, and he wouldn’t be able to handle me.”

On being asked about visiting Pakistan, she boldly responded, “If Modi can visit Pakistan, why can’t I? When a couple agrees, what can the Qazi do?”

Rakhi also praised Pakistani actress Hania Aamir as a “good and decent girl.” The actress concluded by mentioning her search for true love, adding, “Many men chase me, but they only want to use me as a stepping stone.”

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Pakistan Nay, Saudi Naval Forces joint exercise concludes in Karachi

February 19, 2025 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: The joint exercise “Affaa Al Sahel” between Pakistan Navy and Royal Saudi Naval Forces’ Special Operations Forces concluded in Karachi.

During the exercise, special operations teams from both the Royal Saudi Navy and Pakistan Navy participated in joint training operations.

The training drills included RPG firing, machine gun firing, close quarters combat, practical rappelling, hostage rescue, mission planning and area clearance using advanced techniques.

The primary objective of this joint exercise was to enhance coordination and strategic expertise between the two naval forces.

This exercise will contribute to strengthening mutual capabilities and coordination to address maritime security challenges.

The spokesman said that Commander Coast Rear Admiral Faisal Amin witnessed the latest exercise with naval forces officials. The Royal Saudi Navy, Pak Navy Special Operations Forces participated in training operations.

The purpose of the joint exercise was to enhance harmony, strategy skills between the two naval forces; this exercise will help in enhancing mutual capabilities and harmony.

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Rajkummar Rao criticized for repeating ‘small-town guy’ role in ‘Bhool Chuk Maaf’

February 19, 2025 by Areej Afzal

Rajkummar Rao unveiled the teaser for his movie Bhool Chuk Maaf.
Fans quickly noticed his continued portrayal of the “small-town guy.”
Fans pointed out his similar roles in other films he did.

Rajkummar Rao unveiled the teaser for his upcoming movie Bhool Chuk Maaf on Tuesday, and fans quickly noticed his continued portrayal of the “small-town guy desperate to marry” archetype. In the film, he plays a young man from Banaras eager about his wedding plans, echoing similar roles he has taken on in Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Waala Video, Stree 2, Hum Do Humare Do, and Roohi.

Comedian Akshat, known for his viral Instagram videos, humorously pointed out Rao’s pattern. He joked, “India had not had any tier 2 cities for a long time, but they were brought back so Rajkummar, whom he called the best actor in the country, could have a career.” He continued, “Two-tier city mein ek ladka jise shaadi karni hai, eklauti kahani hai sunane ke liye (A guy from a tier-2 city wanting to get married is the only story we have now).”

Viewers echoed Akshat’s sentiments. One comment read, “I hate to see Rajkummar being typecast in the same type of comedy movies, he has much more potential than this.” Another joked, “After Citylights, Rajkummar decided never to go to big cities again.”

Directed by Karan Sharma, Bhool Chuk Maaf is produced by Maddock Films and Amazon MGM Studios. Besides this film, Rao is also set to star in Maalik, slated for a theatrical release on June 20, 2025.

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Dar raises Kashmir dispute at meeting with UN chief

February 19, 2025 by Abid Khan

UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Ishaq Dar, called for a just resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with United Nations Security Council resolutions at a meeting with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

The meeting took place at UN Headquarters on the margins of the Security Council’s debate on multilateralism and global governance, according to a press release issued by the Pakistan Mission.

It said Senator Dar also condemned Israel’s atrocities against the Palestinian people, and reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering support for a two-state solution, ensuring a viable, contiguous, and sovereign State of Palestine based on pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital.

In addition, Dar highlighted cross-border terrorism from Afghanistan and called for UN support in countering the menace within and from that country.

He reaffirmed Pakistan’s desire to provide humanitarian support to the millions of destitute people in Afghanistan and to promote its economic development, including through implementing connectivity projects between Central Asia and Pakistan through Afghanistan.

In his remarks, Senator Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong support for the United Nations’ central role in addressing global challenges, including peace and security, development and climate change.

He underscored Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to promoting international peace, and security as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council (2025–2026) while highlighting Pakistan’s longstanding commitment to multilateralism and the UN Charter, including UN peacekeeping efforts.

The FM welcomed the initiative by the UN Secretary-General to organize the Summit of the Future and expressed the hope that the Pact for the Future will be fully implemented, meeting the financing needs of the developing countries to implement the SDGa (Sustainable Development Goals) and climate targets.

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‘Sanam Teri Kasam’ director clears the air regarding its sequel controversy

February 19, 2025 by Areej Afzal

The 2016 film Sanam Teri Kasam has gained renewed attention.
The film’s resurgence led the directors to hint at a sequel.
Producer Deepak Mukut had expressed concerns over its sequel.

The 2016 film Sanam Teri Kasam, directed by Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru, has gained renewed attention following its re-release, nearly nine years after its original theatrical run.

Starring Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane, the film’s resurgence led the directors to hint at a sequel. However, producer Deepak Mukut expressed concerns, stating that the film’s intellectual property (IP) rights belong to him and that he was not consulted before the announcement.

Addressing the situation, director Vinay Sapru clarified that there are no disputes between them and the producer. “Sanam Teri Kasam begins with a flashback. We wrote part two of the film at that time only. We wanted to go ahead with a second part, but unfortunately, for whatever reason, we couldn’t. Nobody even asked for it all this while, until now. This (confusion) has been happening because of the interviews.”

He further explained, “There will be another story of love and promises that will arrive on Valentine’s in 2026, but we didn’t announce a film. How can I be so selfish to announce? I love my team – my producer, my actors. Deepak is a dear friend; I had dinner with him on Monday night.”

When asked if Mukut would return as a producer, Vinay reassured, “Why do you feel otherwise? We are a team. This journey is for all of us.”

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FIA arrests accused involved in illegal currency exchange business

February 19, 2025 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Corporate Crime Circle Karachi has arrested the accused involved in the illegal currency exchange business and recovered millions of domestic currency.

According to details, FIA Anti -Corruption Circle Karachi raided a building near Nishtar Park and arrested Kazim Raza, who was involved in illegal sale and purchase of foreign currency.

FIA officials said the arrested accused Kazim Raza is also involved in illegal currency exchange business. During raid FIA teal also recovered $ 8,000, 110 Saudi riyals and five UAE Dirhams.

The FIA said that the accused has also recovered 2,000 Tanzania shilling, 37,000 Iraqi dinars, Rs 9 million and two mobile phones.

A case has been registered against the arrested accused Kazim Raza and his other accomplices.

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Justin Baldoni to use Ryan Reynolds’ SNL joke as defense in lawsuit reportedly

February 19, 2025 by Areej Afzal

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds attended the 50th anniversary of SNL.
Despite their legal troubles, the couple appeared in good spirits.
Reynolds even makes light of the situation.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds made their first red carpet appearance since the It Ends With Us legal battle erupted, attending the Saturday Night Live 50th anniversary special on Sunday. Their presence at the star-studded event came amid their ongoing lawsuit against the film’s director, Justin Baldoni.

Despite their legal troubles, the couple appeared in good spirits, with Reynolds even making light of the situation. When asked how he was doing, the Free Guy star jokingly replied, “Great! Why, what have you heard?” His remark drew laughter from those around him.

Following the now-viral moment, an insider told Page Six that Baldoni’s legal team might use the public outing to their advantage. “It’s very plausible that Justin’s legal team will use this public outing to defend him,” the source revealed, adding, “Justin is taking this lawsuit in all seriousness and isn’t making a public mockery out of it.”

While Baldoni’s legal team may see this as beneficial, Hollywood insiders reportedly disapproved of Lively and Reynolds’ decision to attend. “People in Hollywood think Blake and Ryan attending the ‘SNL’ 50th anniversary show was not a good look,” an insider stated, adding, “They think they should have sat this one out.”

Lively previously accused Baldoni of fostering a “hostile” work environment and orchestrating a “smear campaign” against her. In response, Baldoni filed a $400 million defamation lawsuit against Lively and Reynolds, along with a $250 million libel suit against New York Post.

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PPP MNA Nawab Yousaf Talpur passes away

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025 by Abid Khan

KARACHI: Pakistan People’s Party(PPP) Member National Assembly Nawab Yousuf Talpur passed away on Wednesday.

The family has confirmed the death of Nawab Yousuf Talpur, his funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 pm in the hometown, Umrakot.

Nawab Yousuf Talpur was elected Member of the National Assembly from NA -213 District Umerkot in the National Assembly constituency in the 2024 general elections.

Nawab Yusuf Talpur has been a member of the National Assembly several times. Nawab Yousuf Talpur has also been a federal minister in Benazir Bhutto’s cabinet.

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed grief over the death of Member of National Assembly and former federal minister Nawab Muhammad Yousuf Talpur.

The president, in a statement, lauded the political services of the senior politician late Nawab Yousuf Talpur and condoled with the bereaved family.

He prayed to Allah Almighty for peace for the departed soul and strength for the grieved family to bear the loss.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also expressed condolence over the demise of Member of the National Assembly and former federal minister Nawab Muhammad Yousuf Talpur.

The prime minister, in a statement, expressed sympathies and solidarity with the grieved family during this hour of grief.

He prayed to Allah Almighty for peace for the departed soul and strength for the bereaved family to bear the loss with fortitude.

Chairman Senate, Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani expressed profound grief over the passing of senior Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) leader and Member of the National Assembly, Nawab Muhammad Yousuf Talpur.

In his condolence message, he said that Talpur was a dignified politician, dedicated to public service.

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Drake’s video throwing slipper at drone sparks controversy

February 19, 2025 by Areej Afzal

Drake’s video has been going viral online.
It shows a drone inside his apartment, which left him visibly shocked.
Many social media users on X were skeptical about Drake’s video.

Drake has been at the center of a heated feud with Kendrick Lamar in recent weeks, with Lamar even performing his viral diss track Not Like Us during the Super Bowl halftime show. Now, a new video of Drake has surfaced online, showing a drone inside his apartment, which left him visibly shocked.

In the clip, the drone’s camera captured Drake’s laptop on his desk, with a gambling site open. As the rapper entered the room, he appeared startled, grabbing a slipper and attempting to hit the drone. However, the drone dodged the attack and quickly flew out of the apartment, revealing a view of the sky.

Many social media users on X were skeptical about Drake’s video, claiming it seemed staged. One person commented, “This is so staged it’s insulting he thought we would believe this.” Another pointed out the reflection of the drone operator in the clip, writing, “Staged, drone pilot sitting in the corner.”

Another user suggested the video was an ad for the gambling site seen on the laptop: “Subtle @Stake product placement: glass perfectly full, homepage feature, zero distractions…marketing team deserves a raise 🫡.” A similar comment read, “I refuse to think that this is not an ad for that gambling site.”

Meanwhile, Drake recently dropped his album $ome $exy $ongs 4 U with PartyNextDoor. At a show in Australia, he wore a hoodie adorned with fake bullet holes, seemingly referencing the shots taken at him in recent months.

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Ibrahim Ali Khan, Khushi Kapoor face Reddit users’ critique over ‘Nadaaniyan’ promo video

February 19, 2025 by Areej Afzal

Ibrahim Ali Khan is all set to mark his entry into Bollywood.
He will be featured alongside Khushi Kapoor in Nadaaniyan.
The duo shared a promotional video of their film on social media.

Ibrahim Ali Khan, the elder son of Bollywood superstar Saif Ali Khan, is all set to mark his entry into Bollywood with his new film Nadaaniyan alongside Khushi Kapoor, the younger daughter of Sri Devi.

The duo shared a promotional video of their upcoming film on social media, garnering the attention of Reddit users who categorized their performances in the video as ‘cringe-worthy.’

Khushi took to her Instagram handle to share a video with her followers to build anticipation around her forthcoming film. In the video, Ibrahim can be seen eagerly trying to meet Khushi, but she overlooks him, leaving Ibrahim in tears.

As the video was posted on Reddit, many social media users turned to the comments section to express their thoughts on the overperformance of the reel couple. The video titled “Ibrahim and khushi. What kind of promotion is going on?” received many responses from the users, with one commenting, “The cringe kind.”

Another called their act in the reel cringe, commenting, “Who is their target audience? The youth will outright reject this shit looking at the cringey promotions ! Will the specific bunch of tik tok users who used to consume and enjoy such videos with disgusting ghastly expressions , enjoy this movie? I don’t know, I don’t think so.”

Others highlighted the lack of talent in the star kids, writing “The bar keeps getting lower for these nepo kids everyday.”

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Nadaaniyan is a love story between two youngsters that revolves around having a first-time experience of falling in love. The film features Khushi as Piya, “a bold South Delhi girl,” and Ibrahim as Arjun, “a middle-class boy from Noida. The unexpected collision of two different worlds brings mischief, heart, and the sweet complexities of first love.”

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Seven passengers shot dead in Barkhan

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025 by Abid Khan

QUETTA: At least seven passengers hailing from Punjab were killed by the unidentified armed men in Barkhan area of Balochistan province.

The attack took place in the Rarkan area, where unidentified armed men stopped a passenger bus and opened fire into the air.

The gunmen then boarded the bus, checked the passengers’ identity cards, and forcibly took seven individuals to a nearby mountain. Shortly after, gunshots were heard.

The victims were belonged to different cities of Punjab.

Assistant Commissioner Barkhan Khadim Hussain confirmed that seven passengers were gunned down after identification.

According to the Assistant Commissioner, the bus was going from Quetta to Faisalabad. The Levies and FC have surrounded the area. The bodies are being shifted to the hospital.

The bus passenger Zeeshan told the media that 10, 12 gunmen stopped the bus and then shot and killed 7 passengers.

Zeeshan said that his brother Adnan was also taken off the bus and was killed. The brother was taken off the bus after seeing the identity card.

On the other hand, Chief Minister Balochistan Sarfaraz Bugti has strongly condemned the brutal killing of seven passengers in Barkhan, saying that terrorists are targeting innocent people.

He said that the cowardly act of the miscreants is unbearable and it will be strongly answered.

According to the Balochistan government, FC and Levies have arrived at the scene after the Barkhan incident and security forces are pursuing terrorists.

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President, PM condemn killing of passengers in Barkhan

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned the killing of seven bus passengers in the Barkhan city of Balochistan. In their separately issued statements, the president and the prime minister prayed for peace for the departed souls and strength for the bereaved families to bear the loss. “The killing of … Read more

A$AP Rocky found not guilty in Hollywood shooting case

February 19, 2025 by Areej Afzal

Rapper A$AP Rocky was found not guilty in a shooting case.
He was accused of firing a handgun at a former friend in 2021.
Had he been convicted, Rocky faced up to 24 years in prison.

Rapper A$AP Rocky was found not guilty on Tuesday of firing a handgun at a former friend on a Hollywood street in 2021. A Los Angeles jury acquitted him of two felony counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm.

“Thank y’all for saving my life,” the 36-year-old hip-hop star told jurors as they exited the courtroom. After the verdict was read, Rocky, whose real name is Rakim Mayers, embraced his longtime partner, Rihanna, in the courtroom gallery.

Had he been convicted, Rocky faced up to 24 years in prison. The prosecutors had offered him a plea deal for six months in jail with probation, but he refused, maintaining his innocence. The jury ultimately found reasonable doubt in the case, leading to his acquittal. Rihanna, who attended the trial sporadically, brought their two sons, RZA and Riot Rose, for the closing arguments. She reportedly cried and hugged the defense attorneys after the verdict.

Prosecutors alleged that Rocky had fired a real gun during an altercation, but the defense argued he was carrying a prop gun that only fired blanks. They contended he used it as a warning when he believed a friend was under attack. The jury was instructed that if Rocky acted in self-defense, he could be found not guilty.

Deputy District Attorney John Lewin urged jurors not to be swayed by Rocky’s celebrity or family presence. “You are not allowed to consider how this might affect Rihanna and his kids,” he stated. “We are all responsible for our own actions in the world.”

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