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‘Raees’ Director Reveals Why He Chose Mahira Khan opposite Shah Rukh Khan

Mahira Khan
  • Mahira Khan played a prominant role in Raees.
  • The director of the film revealed the reason behind casting her.
  • He wanted a female lead who could portray an 80s Muslim girl.

Shah Rukh Khan’s film Raees, released in 2017, was among the highest-grossing Hindi movies of that year. However, it ultimately fell short of expectations and is now considered an underperformer. A significant part of the film was played by Pakistani actress Mahira Khan, marking her Bollywood debut.

Director Rahul Dholakia revealed the reasoning behind casting Mahira opposite Shah Rukh Khan. He wanted a female lead who could portray an 80s Muslim girl, specifically someone in her 30s with strong Hindi and a hint of Urdu. While stars like Deepika Padukone, Kareena Kapoor, and Anushka Sharma were initially considered, they were either too costly or not suitable for the role. Other actresses, including Sonam Kapoor and Katrina Kaif, were also evaluated but didn’t fit the character.

Dholakia needed an actress who could complement Shah Rukh Khan, who was 50 at the time. He noted, “Shah Rukh Khan cannot romance an Alia Bhatt!” He sought someone with a blend of innocence and maturity.

Casting director Honey Trehan arranged an audition for Mahira, and after seeing her, Dholakia felt he had found his lead, Aasiya. Mahira recalled at the Faiz International Festival in 2016 that after promoting her TV show Humsafar in Mumbai, she received a call about a “big film.”After auditions and meetings, she learned she would star opposite Shah Rukh Khan, making it a dream opportunity.

Despite some political controversies surrounding her involvement, Mahira’s performance was well-received, and the film holds significance in both her and Khan’s careers, especially noted for their chemistry and the song “Zaalima.”

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Mahira Khan reveals she’s been taking anti-depressants for six years

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Mahira Khan suffering from bipolar disorder since her movie Raees. She discussed her health battles and revealed her diagnosis of manic depression. Mahira has been taking anti-depressants for six to seven years. Being in the spotlight means that even one mistake can lead to criticism and a downward spiral. Celebrities often face harsh judgment, and … Read more

Mahira Khan reveals how movie “Raees” impact her bipolar disorder

Mahira Khan

Mahira Khan suffering from bipolar disorder since her movie Raees. She discussed her health battles and revealed her diagnosis of manic depression. Mahira has been taking anti-depressants for six to seven years. Being in the spotlight means that even one mistake can lead to criticism and a downward spiral. Celebrities often face harsh judgment, and … Read more

Mahira Khan opens up about battle with depression after Raees backlash

Mahira Khan

Mahira Khan was diagnosed with manic depression. She faced backlash from the public after starring in Raees. The backlash triggered her anxiety and depression. Mahira Khan, a Pakistani actor, has spoken about her experience with mental health struggles. She was diagnosed with manic depression by a psychiatrist, and she said that she learned to face … Read more

Mahira Khan Visits Vocational Centre To Support Refugee Women

Mahira Khan

Pakistani actress and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Mahira Khan embarked on a visit to a vocational center dedicated to women and conveyed her admiration for the determined endeavors of women refugees in shaping a promising future for themselves.

In 2018, Mahira Khan, renowned for her role in “Bin Roye,” assumed the role of UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador, representing Pakistan both nationally and internationally.

A staunch supporter of women’s empowerment and children’s education, Khan has consistently voiced her concerns about the critical challenges confronted by refugees, particularly young women, and has championed their advancement.

Sharing her experience on Instagram, the star of “Raees” shared a story featuring Afghan and Pakistani refugees at a vocational center. Khan expressed her sheer delight to be surrounded by women who are not only hardworking but also resolute. She introduced one of the young women who had painted “UNHCR with two little hearts,” an artwork that Khan unintentionally smudged.

Khan’s modesty and cheerful disposition exuded positivity and affection, evident in the video.

Recently, Khan also spoke out against child labor in Pakistan and addressed distressing cases involving Fatima and Rizwana.

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Mahira Khan Reveals Her Skincare Routine Secrets

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Lollywood’s reigning queen, Mahira Khan, always looks charming and youthful, and her secret is surprisingly simple and affordable. While many people opt for expensive surgeries and skincare routines, the Raees star follows a basic routine to maintain her fresh skin.

Unlike a rigorous beauty regime, the Humsafar actress relies on natural remedies due to her past restriction from beauty salons. She embraces a makeup-free face off-screen and prefers subtle makeup when necessary.

One of her go-to tricks is using ice cubes on her face before applying makeup to keep her skin looking fresh. Additionally, she applies a mixture of pure honey and lemon to her skin.

The ice bath, where she puts ice cubes and cold water in a bowl and briefly immerses her face, is an effective and affordable skincare routine she swears by.

Aside from her ethereal beauty, Mahira Khan is a talented actress, as seen in her record-breaking performance in Bilal Lashari’s blockbuster, The Legend of Maula Jatt. Her next project is Neelofar.

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Mahira Khan shares heartfelt video with Shah Rukh Khan

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Mahira Khan has already gone through a divorce. Mahira has also established herself. If you’re interested in watching the video of a Pakistani actress. Mahira Khan is a well-known Pakistani actress who has become well-known outside of her native country, in places like India. With a more than ten-year career, she is convinced that every … Read more

Sajal Aly praises Mahira Khan’s brand

Sajal Aly

Mahira Khan recently unveiled her newest line. Sajal Aly recently posted a video of herself. She thanks Khan for giving her the exquisite outfit. The star of Lollywood Mahira Khan recently unveiled her newest line, which included three immaculate white tunics, two pairs of scalloped pants, and one dupatta. Despite the access, notoriety, and magnificence … Read more

Javed Akhtar opens up about his “anti-Pakistan” statements

Javed Akhtar
  • Javed Akhtar is a renowned playwright and lyricist in Bollywood.
  • He is called out by Pakistani for disparaging the host nation.
  • Akhtar came forward with an explanation for his divisive remarks.

Javed Akhtar, a renowned playwright and lyricist in Bollywood, has drawn attention because of his offensive comments regarding Pakistanis. The 78-year-old poet gained notoriety after participating in a prestigious literary event in Lahore and disparaging the host nation while saying that terrorists who attacked India had Pakistan’s support. Even if things didn’t immediately turn bad, social media users criticized Akhtar after they heard his comments. Pakistani celebrities kept up with the public scrutiny, but prominent Indians have backed the Sholay author.

Akhtar came forward with an explanation for his divisive remarks, which at first pitted Pakistanis and Indians against one another, in order to lay things to rest.

Akhtar provided comments on the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks at the just-completed 7th Faiz Festival in Lahore, Pakistan, for the benefit of the general public. His comments did not receive a warm reception because so many people were hurt. Akhtar stated during a conversation that it is incorrect for Pakistanis to assume Indians will disregard the fact that “the attackers are still roaming freely in Pakistan.” Indian media sources said that Akhtar claimed the crowd cheered his remarks. The renowned lyricist-writer also said that Pakistan has never hosted an event in her honor, despite India hosting big celebrations for Pakistani icons Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and Mehdi Hasan.

The renowned screenwriter-lyricist most recently appeared at the ABP Ideas of India 2023 Summit in Mumbai, where he expressed his ’embarrassment’ about the response to his statement. “When I returned to India, I felt like I had won World War III,” Akhtar continued.

I wouldn’t take pride in it since it’s embarrassing, he remarked. People’s responses were so numerous that I abruptly stopped taking calls.”

Akhtar continued, “Calling a spade a spade “These things have to be said. Should we remain silent about such issues?

“I learned that there, people are abusing me. Why was he awarded a visa, they ask? What was there to be afraid of because I have been saying things that are little sensitive and contentious in my native India, where I was born, live, and die? Why would I fear anything there if I don’t feel afraid here? he asked.

When questioned how he found the confidence to make such statements in Pakistan, Akhtar replied, “I’m confident the young people of Pakistan would welcome you with open arms. One thing, though: No nation is a monolith. What occurs is that we begin to think that the nation’s policies are what its establishment and government are all about. Yet, that is untrue.

A typical Pakistani is interested in India because of how it has changed since becoming independent, according to the author of Don: The Pursuit Starts Again. “There is a sizable element in Pakistan that wishes for friendly relations amongst the surrounding nations,” Akhtar continued. They want to come here and get incorporated if given the chance when they see India developing, with industries, the corporate world thriving, and culture, music, and films flourishing.

Raees, Dil Dhadakne Do, Rock On 2, Paltan, Namastey England, Gully Boy, and Panga are a few of Akhtar’s most recent films.

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Mahira Khan posted a picture with SRK, calls him ‘My Pathaan’

Mahira Khan is the biggest celebrity in Pakistan. One of the few Pakistani actors to break into Bollywood. She has worked with Shah Rukh Khan in Raees. The biggest celebrity in Pakistan is Mahira Khan. She began her career as a VJ and never looked back, becoming the top choice of all drama and film … Read more

Mahira khan shares photos in bold dress

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  • Mahira Khan started her career as a host before becoming an actress.
  • She didn’t know she could be an actress because she had the ability to speak.
  • Now she is known all over the world for her role in the hit TV show “Pakistan’s Got Talent.”

Mahira Khan, an actress and model from Pakistan, is well-known on a global scale. Additionally, she represents prestigious international businesses in Pakistan.

She began her career in the show business as a host. She had the capacity to communicate, which made her a terrific presenter, but she had no idea that she could also be an actress.

Mahira Khan established such a reputation in the hosting industry in just a few months that she began to be offered tiny drama acting roles. She then entered the field of acting. She was inherently so stunning that anyone who watched her drama on TV would become a fan right away. Additionally, their acting is well known.

Mahira Khan is regarded as one of Pakistan’s finest actors and has appeared in films with Shahrukh Khan, but she has also worked in the Bollywood industry. Additionally, her movie “Raees” enjoyed enormous global success.

We’ll let you know right now that Mahira Khan and her first husband are no longer married. Along with her son, Azlan Askari, she resides at home. while others claim that Mahira Khan and businessman Salim Karim are engaged.

But as we’ll see in the piece we’re reading right now, Mahira Khan has had so much cosmetic surgery that she’s really lost some of her attractiveness. And it’s easy to see that she has wrinkles on her face. People began stating that Mahira Khan should now retire and take care of the children at home after seeing such photographs of her. So let’s look at their pictures from 2021.

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Mahira Khan claims stars are used as outcasts in India Pakistan rivalry

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Mahira Khan claims stars are used as outcasts in India Pakistan rivalry. The 2016 Uri attack led to an unofficial moratorium on screening projects from either side. Khan made his Bollywood debut in Raees alongside Shah Rukh Khan. The entertainment industries of India and Pakistan are suffering more than ever from their long-standing rivalry. When … Read more

Mahira Khan reveals her favourite scene with Shah Rukh Khan in Raees

Mahira Khan

Mahira Khan is a queen of Lollywood. She began her career as a VJ and is now one of Pakistan’s biggest movie stars. She has acted in movies as well as some of Pakistan’s most popular plays, including The Legend of Maula Jatt, the highest-grossing Pakistani movie of all time. Although she has received many honors during her career, Mahira like to focus on her time spent working in Bollywood and co-starring with Shahrukh Khan. In Raees, she played Shahrukh’s leading lady.

Mahira Khan enjoys interacting with her followers and makes an effort to keep them informed. On Twitter, she hosted an Ask Mahira session where various users were able to ask her questions. She was asked which sequence from Raees she would most like to reenact with Shah Rukh.

Mahira Khan Shares Her Most Favourite Scene With Shahrukh Khan

Mahira added her favorite to this:

Mahira Khan Shares Her Most Favourite Scene With Shahrukh Khan

Mahira Khan Shares Her Most Favourite Scene With Shahrukh Khan

Mahira Khan Shares Her Most Favourite Scene With Shahrukh Khan

Mahira Khan Shares Her Most Favourite Scene With Shahrukh Khan

Mahira Khan Shares Her Most Favourite Scene With Shahrukh Khan

Mahira Khan Shares Her Most Favourite Scene With Shahrukh Khan

Mahira Khan Shares Her Most Favourite Scene With Shahrukh Khan

Mahira Khan Shares Her Most Favourite Scene With Shahrukh Khan

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