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Bilal Maqsood Discusses Dramatic Story Of How Strings Ended

December 30, 2023 by Rao Abdullah

Bilal Maqsood and Faisal Kapadia, the duo behind Strings, disbanded after 33 years. They are now pursuing individual projects, but remain best friends. The decision was made to end Strings on a positive note, not disrespecting the band’s legacy. Bands once dominated Pakistan’s music scene, capturing audiences with their tunes. Among them, Strings holds a … Read more

Bilal Maqsood’s Playful Jab At India Over Nursery Rhyme Plagiarism

September 25, 2023September 25, 2023 by Areej Afzal

Bilal Maqsood accuses an Indian children’s show of copying his nursery rhyme.
Indian producers “borrow” content from many Pakistani artists.
Bilal urged them to secure proper copyrights.

Singer and songwriter Bilal Maqsood has accused an Indian children’s show of openly replicating his original nursery rhyme, “Ek Dou Teen Haathi Nikle,” without his prior knowledge or consent.

Once again, Indian producers have demonstrated their reluctance to create original content and their inclination to “borrow” from Pakistani artists.

While it’s understood that Bollywood often uses our songs to promote their films, this time they’ve crossed a new threshold by copying nursery rhymes. Bilal Maqsood expressed his frustration over this blatant plagiarism by sharing a video comparing his original nursery rhyme with the Indian version in a tweet.

The original nursery rhyme, created by Bilal Maqsood, was initially part of an advertising campaign for the Peek Freans brand known as ‘Gluco Kahani,’ designed to encourage Urdu learning for children. On Twitter, Maqsood pointed out the striking resemblances between his original version and the one used in the Indian children’s show.

However, instead of reacting with anger, he calmly addressed the Indian producers, urging them to properly secure copyrights for such content in the future. In his tweet, the former Strings singer stated,

Here is the original version:

This incident adds to a series of prior allegations and controversies where Indian artists or producers have been accused of copying or imitating the work of Pakistani artists without obtaining permission or offering due credit.

From Hadiqa Kiani and Abrar-ul-Haq’s “Nach Punjabaan” to the Coke Studio hit “Pasoori,” India continues to demonstrate a lack of originality in the realm of music.

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Bilal Maqsood Brings ‘Pakkay Dost’ To Delight Young Viewers With Puppetry

September 3, 2023 by Areej Afzal

Renowned Pakistani musician Bilal Maqsood has introduced an innovative online puppet show called ‘Pakkay Dost,’ specifically designed for Pakistani children. This show, he emphasizes, employs humor as its educational tool to both entertain and enlighten young minds.

Bilal Maqsood, well-known as the co-founder of Pakistan’s iconic pop-rock band ‘Strings,’ embarked on this creative journey following the band’s remarkable 33-year career, which concluded in March 2021. The idea of creating engaging content for children had been brewing in his mind for some time.

In the past year, Bilal Maqsood began experimenting with creating poems for children, but his latest project is a more significant and dedicated effort, culminating in the launch of ‘Pakkay Dost’ on his YouTube channel.

Speaking passionately at the show’s launch event in Karachi, Maqsood shared the motivation behind this venture. He explained how the absence of Urdu language songs for children bothered him, a sentiment that became stronger with the birth of his son, Mikail, who is now 26 years old.

“This was my life-long passion project. When Mikael, my first son, was born, I used to wonder why don’t we have songs for children in Urdu,” Bilal Maqsood expressed during the launch.

He continued, “We grew up listening to Sohail Rana’s music. Even today, when we hear his songs, it takes us back to our childhood. These songs keep us connected to our values and our culture. But when my kids were growing up, there wasn’t any such thing. They instead listened to Sesame Street, Mary Poppins.”

In the mid-70s, Pakistan’s state TV featured the iconic children’s show ‘Kaliyan,’ starring the beloved puppet character, Uncle Sargam, created and voiced by the renowned puppeteer and television director Farooq Qaiser. To this day, Uncle Sargam and Maasi Museebtay are considered Pakistan’s legendary puppet duo, but the country has seen little production of similar shows since.

‘Pakkay Dost’ comprises four episodes, each with an average duration of 15 minutes, exploring diverse themes that range from educational content like alphabets and names of days to important life lessons. A dedicated team of over 100 individuals worked on the project, which showcases six key characters.

“The show combines humor and valuable messages, making learning an enjoyable experience for children,” Maqsood explained. He also revealed that they are already hard at work on the second season of the show.

To create ‘Pakkay Dost,’ Maqsood diligently studied Disney and Sesame Street songs, aiming to grasp the “science behind it.” His goal was to craft local content with a “foreign sound,” and in just three months, he developed an array of characters in collaboration with Canada-based puppet maker Allison Ewert that perfectly complemented his songs and vision.

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For the show’s art direction, Maqsood enlisted the talents of the husband-and-wife duo Umer Adil and Beenish Umer, who have a three-year-old daughter. Their experiences as parents were invaluable in shaping the show’s content.

Beenish Umer, present at the launch event, praised ‘Pakkay Dost’ for addressing the needs of both children and adults. “As a mother, it is very tough for me to teach the Urdu alphabet to kids. But teaching Urdu alphabets through this in the form of a rhyme, mothers will thank Bilal for this,” she said, emphasizing the show’s potential to bridge an important gap in children’s content.

“When great minds work hard, show perseverance and dedication, something spectacular is created. Such is the story of ‘Pakay Dost,’ a first-of-its-kind Urdu Edutainment content for children, where they can learn values that define us, shed light on Urdu as a language, covering years of gap in the area of educational entertainment for us and our children. I recommend every parent, in fact, every Pakistani, to watch ‘Pakay Dost’ on YouTube, feel proud of it, and thank the team for thinking of this much-needed content.”

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Bilal Maqsood Urges Fans To Report Fake Anwar Maqsood Accounts!

July 21, 2023 by Areej Afzal

Renowned Pakistani singer Bilal Maqsood recently took to Twitter to address a concerning matter related to a fake account impersonating his father, the legendary writer and satirist, Anwar Maqsood. Bilal expressed worry about his father’s safety due to such deceptive activities and urged his followers to report the fake account.

The singer clarified that his father does not use social media and the authentic account only had three posts, created to report all the fake ones. He emphasized that these fraudulent tweets pose a risk to his father’s life and requested everyone to report the account.

These kinds of fake tweets only put my Abbu’s life in danger. This guy has already blocked me. Please can you all report this account. Abbu does not post anything on social media. His actual account has only 3 posts. We made that account so we can report all the fake ones. pic.twitter.com/BP5G749sEy

— Bilal Maqsood (@bilalxmaqsood) July 19, 2023

Despite the situation, Anwar Maqsood joined Twitter and uploaded videos to verify his authenticity and combat the fake accounts. However, the videos were reposted on fake accounts, causing confusion in identifying the genuine profile. Still, the determined television presenter addressed the misunderstanding in another video, mentioning his personal account’s username to debunk the mystery surrounding the real account.

This is my official account. I request you to report all other accounts that are impersonating me.
Thank you. pic.twitter.com/2qTXtCZJ6n

— Anwar Maqsood (@AnwarMaqsood01) June 7, 2020

I’m posting this new video with the actual username so there’s no room for confusion. Please report all other fake accounts. Thank you. pic.twitter.com/X2RZCvHI7x

— Anwar Maqsood (@AnwarMaqsood01) June 8, 2020

The issue of fake accounts using the writer’s name to post political statements came to light through a social media video. Anwar Maqsood clarified that he does not operate any social media handles and disavowed any political statements attributed to him on social media, humorously mentioning his technological limitations.

On the request to help tackle his fake account profiles – Anwar sb was gracious to record a video to clarify that he does NOT controls or manage any social media account

Please report all Fake profiles across all social media platforms that are being run on his name

Thank you https://t.co/90gA70mGUZ pic.twitter.com/2gycVsyOpT

— Awab Alvi (@DrAwab) June 6, 2020

This incident sheds light on the prevalent problem of online impersonation and fake accounts, posing potential risks to public figures. The efforts made by Anwar Maqsood’s family and supporters to identify and report these fraudulent profiles underscore the importance of cybersecurity and vigilance in the digital age.

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Bilal Maqsood introduces an alternative to traditional perfumes

July 12, 2023 by Hamza Sheikh

Bilal Maqsood, a renowned music icon in Pakistan, has established himself as a prominent figure in the industry with a musical career spanning three decades. As a founding member of Strings, the band’s breakup after 33 successful years left fans heartbroken. Taking to social media, Maqsood shared a picture holding a crystalline object, which he … Read more

Watch: Bilal Maqsood teases latest single ‘Dheem Tana’

February 14, 2023 by Tahir Yameen

Bilal is a Pakistani singer-songwriter, composer, and music video director.
Bilal, formerly of the popular pop band Strings, has unveiled a teaser for his upcoming single, “Dheem Tana.”
He wrote, ‘Just a small taste of what’s about to come.’

Bilal Maqsood is a Pakistani singer-songwriter, composer, music video director, and painter best known for being a founding member of the pop-rock band Strings.

A teaser for the new track “Dheem Tana” by Pakistani singer Bilal Maqsood, previously of the well-known pop group Strings, has been released, sparking interest among fans.

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The teaser film features moments from the recording and the event in a unique artistic style. It alludes to a notable difference between Bilal’s appearance in the past and present. The complete song will be released on February 14 but a teaser has already gone viral. Now, the publication of the whole song is highly anticipated by the singer’s audience.

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Karachi Eat 2023: Here’s all you need to know about the festival

January 7, 2023 by Shehroze Aqueeque

The Eat Festival Karachi edition has returned, and foodies are having a blast. The festival is expected to draw over 250,000 eager festivalgoers to the city from January 6 to January 8. Online visitors can order food from the festival and eat it in the privacy of their own homes. The Eat Festival Karachi edition … Read more

Bilal Maqsood explains the real meaning of Pakistan’s National Anthem

August 2, 2022 by Raba Noor

Bilal Maqsood clarified the meaning of Pakistan’s national anthem
Netizens hailed Bilal for his thoughtful act and endeavour.
He claimed that the national anthem only included one Urdu word.

Famous guitarist, composer, and former Strings member Bilal Maqsood hails from Pakistan. To date, Bilal Masood has also helmed a number of smash hit music videos. Anwar Maqsood, a well-known writer, actor, TV host, and comedian in Pakistan, is the father of Bilal Maqsood.

Recently, Bilal Maqsood used his official Instagram account to clarify the meaning of Pakistan’s national anthem in its original Persian, which most people find difficult to understand. In a video he shared, Bilal claimed that the national anthem only included one Urdu word. He added that the national anthem and other patriotic songs are only sung on August 14 and are then forgotten the rest of the year. In order for the audience to fully get the meaning of “Pakistaniat,” Bial made an effort to succinctly explain it.

Watch the video here!

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The netzine’s hailed Bilal for his thoughtful act and endeavour to help others realise the significance of their national anthem as soon as the video went viral on social media. What the audience had to say is below!

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Bilal Maqsood gives hilarious solution for Pakistani problems

July 17, 2022 by Rafia Jawed

Bilal Maqsood, a renowned Pakistani musician and former member of Strings, thinks that a single deed might solve all of the nation's erratic political and economic issues.

Bilal Maqsood, a renowned Pakistani musician and former member of Strings In an interview he was asked “What would be the first two steps he would like to take if he becomes the prime minister?” Maqsood had a witty reply and suggested that he would “change the name of the state to America and everything … Read more

This is why Bilal Maqsood loves making music for children

May 20, 2022 by Rida Zehra

This is why Bilal Maqsood loves making music for children In a talk, Bilal talked about continuously needing to make music for youngsters that is comparable to any semblance of Sesame Street and doing as such in Urdu rather than the famous decision, English. The artist shared, “I generally needed to work on something for … Read more

Strings lead singer Bilal Maqsood drops nursery rhymes in Urdu

March 10, 2022 by Raba Noor

With three decades of music-making behind him, Pakistan’s greatest music hero, Bilal Maqsood, has quietly but steadily established a space for himself in the music industry. The 50-year-old musician has now written, composed, and sung eight Urdu nursery rhymes. His most recent works are animated rhymes. Taking to his own Instagram account, the Sar Kiye … Read more

Public reacts to Quetta Gladiators official anthem, ft. Shahid Afridi and Ushna Shah

January 25, 2022 by Raba Noor

PSL 7: The Quetta Gladiators have released their official anthem “Shaan-e-Pakistan” for the upcoming HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) seventh edition 2022. The song is dedicated to former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi, who will end his PSL career this season. Former Strings vocalist Bilal Maqsood performs the gladiator-themed anthem Shaan e Pakistan, which includes rap by Ahmed … Read more

PSL 7: Quetta Gladiators released their PSL 2022 anthem, which ft. Ushna Shah and Shahid Afridi

January 24, 2022 by Suhaib Ahmed

PSL 7: The Quetta Gladiators have released their official anthem for the upcoming HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) seventh edition 2022. The song is dedicated to former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi, who will end his PSL career this season. Former Strings vocalist Bilal Maqsood performs the gladiator-themed anthem Shaan e Pakistan, which includes rap by Ahmed … Read more

Here’s why Instagram deletes Asim Azhar’s post with Bilal Maqsood

September 16, 2021 by Raba Noor

Leading Pakistani singers Asim Azhar and Bilal Maqsood sang together to entertain their fans.

Bilal Maqsood and Asim Azhar have shared new posts on Instagram in which these two legendary singers can be seen singing in a frame.

Singer Bilal Maqsood shared a video of Asim Azhar singing a song and he can be seen playing the piano in a video.

In the second video, the two artists can be seen singing the famous former band Strings together.

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Sharing the video Bilal Maqsood wrote in the caption, “He came for work but was sweet enough to entertain all of us.”

After that, the Ghalat fehmi singer shared Maqsood post in his Instagram story and wrote, “So I don’t know that Bilal Maqsood doesn’t really like to sing in front of family at home but I requested him to sing my favorite Strings song, which he did and I did too, thank you Bilal Bhai for always being so amazing.”

On the other hand, Asim Azhar shared another Instagram story and wrote that the post by him along with Bilal Maqsood has been removed by Instagram due to copyrights, on which Asim Azhar expressed his sorrow and Bilal Maqsood expressed his anger.

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Bilal Maqsood faces criticism over his ‘illegal move’ while playing ‘carrom’

August 18, 2021 by Munesh Lohana

The lead singer and former member of the Strings Band, Bilal is facing backlash for a video he just posted of himself playing carrom.

The former singer posted a video of playing carrom with friends. Soon after his video was posted, the public started bashing him for playing an ‘illegal’ move.

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However, after a lot of reactions, Maqsood shared the video once more and also added screengrabs.

His new post also included a rib-tickling caption that read, “Posted this story of me playing carrom and the replies I got were too funny Is this shot really not allowed. I’ve played this all my life”.

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Pakistani guitarist Bilal Maqsood reveals his hidden talent

May 2, 2021April 26, 2021 by Hamna Humail

Leading Pakistani musician, and former band member of Strings, Bilal Maqsood shared pictures of his beautiful painting on social media which are being well received by fans. Bilal Maqsood, one of the best vocalists of the music industry, who has won the hearts of millions of fans through his voice, often shares art related posts … Read more

Bilal Maqsood urges government to improve music industry

September 20, 2020 by Komal Fatima

Singer and songwriter Bilal Maqsood has urged the government to develop the infrastructure for the music industry. One-half of the popular band ‘Strings’ Bilal Maqsood has referred to Prime Minister Imran Khan’s recent statement for the revival of the film industry. In a recent video, he said, “What is there for the musician in this … Read more

Bilal Maqsood does not want Surahs & duas on YouTube to be monetized

August 7, 2020 by Muhammad Usman

Famous singer and songwriter Bilal Maqsood has raised concern over the monetization of Surahs and Duas on YouTube. [embedpost slug=”wewantyoutubeofficeinpak-waqar-zaka-offers-land-from-his-property-to-team-youtube/”] Taking to his Instagram account, the Mera Bichra Yaar singer called the advertisements that came in between while listening to Surahs annoying. According to Maqsood, this is a disrespect of Islamic Surahs and Duas to … Read more

Bilal Maqsood is doing fine and out of isolation

June 25, 2020June 25, 2020 by Muhammad Usman

String guitarist and vocalist Bilal Maqsood shared about his health update on Instagram. The singer was tested positive for coronavirus earlier this week. Bilal Maqsood took to his Instagram account and told his fans that he is doing fine. He captioned the post, “Doing well and out of isolation, thank you for your duas.” … Read more

Bilal Maqsood tested positive for Coronavirus

June 22, 2020June 21, 2020 by Atta Ur Rehman Khan

The member of popular Pakistani pop band Strings, Bilai Maqsood tested positive for coronavirus. According to the details, Bilal said this during a Question and Answer (QnA) session on social media website, Instagram that he has been infected by COVID-19. A fan asked him, “how are u and Anwar uncle (Bilal’s father Anwar Maqsood) and … Read more

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