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Arif Hassan Shares How People Mistake His Name With Other Public Figures

September 22, 2023 by Areej Afzal

Arif Hassan discussed being mistaken for other well-known individuals.
Arif had limited prior acting experience.
Arif credited journalist Mohammed Hanif, for connecting him with Sarmad.

In the second episode of Sarmad Sultan Khoosat’s podcast, the renowned filmmaker and actor hosted Arif Hassan, the leading actor from his critically acclaimed film, “Zindagi Tamasha,” made an appearance. During their conversation, they discussed Arif’s journey to fame, starting with his breakthrough role as Rahat Khawaja in the film, and how many viewers and critics were unaware of his name and prior work in the field.

Arif began by introducing himself and shared that he often gets mistaken for other more famous Arif Hassans in Pakistan, including an established architect and town planner, and a retired Lieutenant General and President of the Pakistan Olympic Association. He humorously recounted an incident when a news channel mistook him for the town planner during a live television discussion about a building collapse.

Regarding his path to the arts, Arif confessed that he had limited acting experience before taking on the pivotal role in “Zindagi Tamasha.” He had only been involved in a few theater projects in the 1990s, which were long behind him by the time he started working on the 2019 film. He stated, “Arif Hassan is not at all an actor.”

Arif also revealed that his friend, writer, and journalist Mohammed Hanif, played a crucial role in connecting him with Sarmad, ultimately leading to their collaboration on the film. He empathized with his character, Rahat, who faces society’s backlash when a video of him dancing to a song becomes public, saying, “That person’s journey, how he was a happy and totally fine person and then he suddenly went into that state… I felt that.”

“Zindagi Tamasha,” released in 2019, received numerous awards at international film festivals, including Best Film at the UK Asian Film Festival, Asian World Film Festival, Busan International Film Festival, and Mosaic International South Asian Film Festival. The film features Samiya Mumtaz, Eman Suleman, Nadia Afghan, and Adeel Afzal. It recently became available on YouTube for Pakistani audiences after a period of uncertainty.

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Arsalan Khan reveals his marriage played an important role in his success

August 24, 2023 by Areej Afzal

Arsalan Khan, a talented and attractive actor from Pakistan’s television and film industry, embarked on his career with the movie “Zindagi Tamasha,” directed by Sarmad Khoosat. He has also been involved in notable TV projects such as “Nalaiq,” “Rang Mehal,” and “College Gate.” He honed his acting skills at Napa, where Zia Mohiuddin served as his instructor.

In a recent appearance on the show “Something Haute,” hosted by Amna Isani, Arsalan Khan discussed various aspects of his life and career. During the interview, he shared that his marriage to Hira Khan has played a significant role in his accomplishments. Khan expressed, “The year 2023 has been incredible for my career. I believe that getting married has truly placed me on the radar. There’s a saying that after marriage, your wife’s fortunes align with yours, opening new avenues. So, yes! After marriage, people started recognizing me and I began receiving offers.”

Reflecting on their first meeting, Arsalan Khan recounted, “Hira moved into my building, where I was living with actor Fawad Jalal. I was introduced to Hira through Hina Chaudhary, a model and actor. Interestingly, I wasn’t quite fond of Hira at first.”

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Sarmad Khoosat Reveals His Thoughts On Success Of ‘Humsafar’

August 22, 2023 by Areej Afzal

Renowned Pakistani actor and director Sarmad Khoosat recently unveiled his passion project, Zindagi Tamasha, earlier in August. Now, Sarmad has engaged in an interview with the Directors Guild of Pakistan, sharing insights into his career-defining moments.

Participating in a conversation with Rafay Rashdi and Misbah Khalid for a series titled “The Director’s Chair,” Sarmad delves into his directorial journey across diverse projects, highlighting how Humsafar played a pivotal role in paving the path for more ambitious undertakings like Manto.

During the interview, the Pardes actor emphasizes the significance of the path one must traverse to establish themselves as a storyteller within the local industry. He underscores the need for proper educational degrees and programs to provide aspiring directors with a foundation, explaining, “The freedom you will achieve from an educational degree is not something you would get in the practical field. Starting off in the field runs the risk of young talent wanting to live up to a certain directorial style, or to measure success based off of YouTube likes, or who makes the most money.”

When prompted about the projects closest to his heart, Sarmad singles out two: Humsafar and Manto – each for distinct reasons. He notes that both projects achieved success through vastly different avenues of comparison. While Humsafar, despite being mainstream with actors Fawad Khan and Mahira Khan, may not have been his most passionate endeavor, its success granted him the leverage to pursue more provocative projects. Sarmad states, “It is important to get that kind of validation, but what you do with that validation [matters]; I used that validation to earn the freedom to make Manto.”

Regarding Manto, Sarmad reveals that this project holds a special place in his heart. Despite reportedly earning less than half of what he garnered from his serial, he worked on Manto as an actor, director, additional screenwriter, editor, and sometimes project manager. He elaborates, “I think the project is close to my heart because I had established an emotional connection with it. So, when today I look back at it, of course, it gave me financial damage, of course, it gave me a lot of heartache [and] trauma, but it is very close to my heart and when I think of its success, of course, I think of Humsafar.”

Throughout the 30-minute discussion, the director of Zindagi Tamasha attributes his achievements to recognizing the value of believing in the narrative one aspires to convey. Concluding the interview, he remarks, “Storytellers are dreamers. They might believe that their story is very good, but that belief is very important. To be that foolish, to be a dreamer, to take that leap of faith, I feel, is very important to telling stories … and it will perhaps keep our individual voices and styles alive.”

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Twitter Buzzes Over Sarmad Khoosat’s “Zindagi Tamasha”

August 6, 2023 by Areej Afzal

After its YouTube release on Friday, the film “Zindagi Tamasha” by acclaimed filmmaker Sarmad Sultan Khoosat has been receiving immense praise on Twitter. Despite facing several challenges in reaching the audience, the movie’s captivating narrative and thought-provoking themes have deeply resonated with viewers.

Originally slated for a theatrical release in Pakistan on March 18, 2022, “Zindagi Tamasha” encountered unexpected hurdles due to its sensitive portrayal of certain themes and characters. As a result, the cinematic release was indefinitely postponed, generating curiosity among fans and Twitter users about the reasons behind its recurrent cancellations. However, amidst the controversies, many are hailing it as the “most authentic” Pakistani film ever.

Twitter users expressed their fascination, with one viewer questioning the film’s ban and praising its honest depiction of religious-hypocritical standards prevalent in Pakistani urban society. Another viewer commended the film’s content and Sarmad Khoosat’s exceptional filmmaking skills, becoming a lifelong fan after being moved by his earlier work, “Manto.”

Watched #ZindagiTamasha, a film banned in Pakistan. The film truly depicts the religious-hypocritic standards of the typical Pakistani urban society. Wondering what the hell made the justification to ban the film? pic.twitter.com/R0lMcBDJZg

— Majid Khan Momand (@Majid_Momand) July 29, 2023

Half way into Zindagi Tamasha and the constant heart ache I’m feeling is just beyond…..
I knew it, Sarmad khosat production never disappoint in terms of Content, quality and production.
Watched his Manto and I’m his fan for life since.#ZindagiTamasha pic.twitter.com/LRStN4vjei

— Surreal (@saryal_says) August 4, 2023

why there was all the fuss and the controversy around it? I just watched zindagi tamasha and truly it’s thought provoking and heart touching watch. it’s a journey of a man who lives a simple life and one harmless interest of his triggers the “perfect” maulvis of our society. pic.twitter.com/WXat9HT2na

— desiburgerbacha (@shortiekiddo28) August 4, 2023

I just finished watching Zindagi Tamasha, what a brilliant film. How subtly it exposed the culture of our ‘muslim’ country where having a facade of being a true muslim is more important and respected than ACTUALLY being a true muslim. #ZindagiTamasha

— Maahnoor Khan (@khan_maahnoor) August 4, 2023

The film’s ability to provoke thought and shed light on the complex social and cultural nuances of Pakistani society garnered admiration from viewers. People praised Khoosat’s courage in addressing sensitive subjects despite facing opposition, calling the film both horrifying and heartrending.

absolutely stunned by Zindagi Tamasha. if the rightwing campaign against the film horrified you, it will leave you heartbroken by the time the film is over.

— Saba Imtiaz (@SabaImtiaz) August 4, 2023

we’re so lucky to see sarmad khoosat’s art and have a filmmaker like him who highlights controversial yet harsh reality of our society. just started watching zindagi tamasha and I just want to say what a loss. this movie deserved a cinematic release. pic.twitter.com/sQQNSQneuJ

— desiburgerbacha (@shortiekiddo28) August 4, 2023

This movie is the true depiction of the saying “When you show mirror to the society they become your enemies” . it shows the narrow mindedness of the people and society. When you held accountable for their deeds they will make you a worst example. #Sarmadkhosat #zindagitamasha pic.twitter.com/gZ1NaQIyL7

— Saad Khan (@Saadkhan15_) August 4, 2023

#ZindagiTamasha is such a heartfelt movie. You can watch every Hollywood movie and it still won’t fill the void left by the lack of well written local films. A tragedy that we’re deprived of watching this in cinema. Kudos to @KhoosatFilms and team for such a beautiful film. pic.twitter.com/IkN5Wy3eib

— π∆ (@not_achef) August 4, 2023

“Zindagi Tamasha” had already made a significant impact when it premiered at the 24th International Busan Film Festival in 2019, receiving accolades from the audience and critics alike. It continued to solidify its reputation as a compelling masterpiece of cinema, earning further recognition at the 2021 Asian World Film Festival in Los Angeles.

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‘Zindagi Tamasha’ Set To Release On YouTube & Vimeo

August 4, 2023 by Areej Afzal

This month marks Pakistan’s celebration of Independence and freedom, and filmmaker Sarmad Khoosat aims to liberate something as well. After facing numerous controversies and delays, the highly anticipated film “Zindagi Tamasha” is finally set to release worldwide on August 4, 2023, on Khoosat Films’ YouTube and Vimeo channels.

Despite encountering financial and intellectual setbacks, Khoosat, the director and co-producer of the film, urges the audience to approach it with an open heart and mind.

Initially, “Zindagi Tamasha,” produced by Khoosat Films, received international acclaim, garnering multiple awards and being Pakistan’s official submission for the Oscars. However, due to protests by religious groups, the film faced difficulties in reaching local audiences, despite clearance from all three censor boards. In honour of Pakistan’s Independence Month, the team has decided to directly release the film to the audience.

In an emotional statement, Sarmad expressed his desire to liberate the film during this month of independence, expressing regret for the controversies that overshadowed its original message. He acknowledged the collective sense of loss and perceived failure, emphasizing that it was not just his personal struggle but a reflection of the system’s failure to support independent voices.

Despite the challenges, Sarmad invites viewers to watch “Zindagi Tamasha” with an open mind, separating it from the controversies that surrounded it. He encourages viewers to evaluate the film based on its own merits and form their own opinions.

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Eman Suleman shines wearing vibrant retro outfit

February 6, 2023 by Areej Afzal

Eman Suleman, an actress and model, made a smart fashion statement.
The retro-inspired trendy quirky outfit is ideal for a laid-back weekend.
The Churails actress wore the eccentric attire as part of her partnership with the clothing line Outfitters.

Eman Suleman, an actress and model, made a smart fashion statement in a sophisticated red co-ord set over a black crop top. The retro-inspired, comfy, and trendy quirky outfit is ideal for a laid-back weekend or casual occasion. It has a distinct 70s vibe.

The Churails actress wore the eccentric attire as part of her partnership with the clothing line Outfitters. Eman Suleman is a trailblazer thanks to her distinctive sense of style and endearing attitude, making her the ideal model for Outfitters’ most recent collection, “The Loop.”

Have a look!

Even though she has only been in the business for a short while, Eman Suleman is one of the most well-known models in Pakistan. Since Eman began to participate in Pakistani television programmes, it appears that nothing can stop her from being successful.

In 2017, she began her modelling career, and in 2018, Eman made an appearance in the drama series Akhri Station. The actress also appeared in the Zee5 television programme Churails and the short film Zindagi Tamasha. Eman has made rapid progress in her profession; in 2019, the model received a nomination for the Lux Style Awards’ Best Emerging Model honor. Her Instagram account has also seen a daily increase in followers.

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The plague of censorship

January 31, 2022January 30, 2022 by Shaista Zafar

Karachi: Pakistan remained a part of international news rather frequently in the recent past due to its censorship issues. In January 2020, Sarmad Khoosat, a renowned director released a trailer for his upcoming film Zindagi Tamasha (Circus of Life). The film was released internationally and went on to obtain numerous awards and was also an … Read more

Zindagi Tamasha Is No Longer A Part Of Oscars 2021

February 10, 2021February 10, 2021 by Muhammad Usman

Zindagi Tamasha, one of the Pakistani movies which could not be released even after battling with all the criticism and bashing, however, was selected for Pakistan’s official ‘Oscars 2021’ submission. Unfortunately, the movie is out of the Oscars race too.

The movie Zindagi Tamasha was directed and co-produced by Sarmad Khoosat and his sister Kanwal Khoosat. The movie was written by Nirmal Bano. Its casts include Arif Hassan, Eman Suleman, Samiya Mumtaz, and Ali Kureshi.

Zindagi Tamasha is based on the life of a maulvi in Pakistan and the rejection he faces after posting a video reciting poems. It is a bilingual movie, which has been shot in Lahore.

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Zindagi Tamasha to release post Covid-19

July 14, 2020July 14, 2020 by Muhammad Usman

On Tuesday, the Senate Committee for Human Rights approved the long-awaited release of Sarmad Khoosat’s movie Zindagi Tamasha, ignoring all objections raised earlier against it. Mustafa Nawaz Khokhar of PPP, who heads the panel, recently tweeted that the committee found nothing wrong with the film, adding the censor board has allowed to release it after … Read more

Government to send the Zindagi Tamasha case to IIC

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

Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan said that Central Film Censor Board postponed the release of movie, Zindagi Tamasha. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has postponed the release of Zindagi Tamasha till February, 3, 2020. مرکزی فلم سنسر بورڈ نے فلم “زندگی تماشہ” کا تنقیدی جائزہ لینے … Read more

Two Pakistani filmmakers awarded at Busan Film Festival

October 16, 2019 by Arhama Altaf

Sarmad Khoosat wins at Busan Film Festival

Two Pakistani filmmakers received awards from the prestigious Busan Film Festival including Hamza Bangash and Sarmad Khoosat respectively for ‘Mariam’ and ‘Zindagi Tamasha’. Writer-Director Hamza Bangash received an Award of Excellence, from the Asian Film Academy and Motion Picture Association (MPA) for his feature film-in-development ‘Mariam’. While, Sarmad Khoosat’s ‘Zindagi Tamasha’ has been awarded the … Read more

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