Netflix has become one of the most popular streaming services out there. In fact, it can be considered as the top champion among all the services. Not only that, the platform is releasing newer and newer features to the users. Back in the time of a pandemic, they came up with the idea of a watch party. People could watch a single film on one screen, from multiple accounts. This meant that virtual gatherings became quite fun. Now, the platform has decided to bring Netflix Games to Apple devices as well. The domain is increasing!
Netflix Games consists of the service offering video games to play to the user. Until some time ago, the service was released for Android users and it became quite a hit. Many people were not expecting it to be as impressive but it shattered all expectations. After all, it is Netflix so they are bound to turn heads. Now, iPhone and iPad users are getting that same service!
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Netflix And Gaming
According to sources, there are quite a handful of games released on the service. They are not too tough to play and can give the player a lot of immersive playtimes. You don’t have to pay anything extra to play the games. They are part of the subscription plan that you are using for Netflix. Currently, the games that are on it are,
All of them are quite interesting to play, especially the stranger things ones. Maybe it is time to get into the spirit before the new season is out!
Netflix Games is coming to iOS! Starting tomorrow, you can access Netflix Games through the Netflix app on any mobile device, anywhere in the world. pic.twitter.com/LoHYFi4xBX
The games can only be accessed by the Adult IDs and not the kids’ ones. Additionally, you have the option to set a PIN and disable access to the games. This is useful when an unauthorized person decides to use it. While the games are going to appear on the Netflix interface, they can also be downloaded from the respective app stores.
The streaming platform is set to develop and release newer games as time progresses. Who knows, maybe we get to see some highly immersive story-driven ones in the future. Now, iPhone and iPad users can rejoice that they can access this feature just as much as android users.
The T20 world cup, this year, has been quite a ride. The Pakistan team started off by defeating India by a major margin. Then, they went on to gain victory over New Zealand. Never has there been a dull moment in Pakistan’s run in this T20. No matter which team they went up against, we were there to cheer them on and hold them high. Now, when the time came for the semi-final, the support stood as high as ever. Alas, we are going to be holding the trophy as the winners but that does not mean it is over. Some efforts contribute to preparation and Pakistan is going to come back stronger than ever!
We have to admit that this was the toughest and most exciting match of the entire world cup so far. There was not a moment in between where we could breathe and take a look around. Every ball thrown, every catch taken, it was all a part of the grand picture. Fans came in scores to see the team play and they are not hating the team for losing. In fact, Twitter has been full of support for every player on the team, with no discrimination.
No one knows what Hassan Ali went through when he dropped that catch. Be like Shoaib Malik. Hassan Ali #PAKvAUSpic.twitter.com/dLEljQPsqr
The song ‘Hamein tum se Pyar hai’ rings quite true after today’s match. We may be feeling down and sad at the loss, but we do not hate the team for it. After all, how many teams can say that they were undisputed in this world cup? How many of them can say that they lost no matches before the semi-final. Whether anyone agrees or not, this is quite a big deal and a major achievement. The public has regained faith in the batting and bowling lineup of Pakistan.
We only hope that the team themselves keep their spirits high. It is up to us to not ridicule them upon their return and keep cheering them on. After all, losses and wins are a part of the game. If we are there in their good times, we should be there during the tougher times. Our team really did give it their best shot and they came up pretty high. The prediction chart for our win went as high as 86%.
I would like to thanks Rizwan, Babar, Shaheen shah, Malik, Hafeez, Hassan Ali and whole Pakistani team. ❤ We love green shirts. Thanks for wonderful memories ❤#PAKvAUSpic.twitter.com/6pySmqChgH
That said, we hope to see our team make a glorious return in the next T20 world cup. There is no doubt that they are going to go even further next time. We come home only to head back out to fight another day. Additionally, it does not do well to blame any single player for their actions. If you are going to highlight the 5 times they did not do well, also remember to mention the 100 times they have done well.
Check out Babar Azam’s pep talk in the dressing room after the match
We don’t want to create any hate for the players, they are trying their best and we have no idea what goes on through their minds. That said, our immense love and support is with the Pakistan cricket team and we hope to see them going to infinity and beyond.
The same Hassan Ali was player of the tournament in the 2017 champions trophy when Pakistan defeated India by a huge margin in the final. Winning and losing are part and parcel of the game. Pakistan's young team led by a brilliant and a humble captain deserves all the applause.
While Hollywood and Bollywood have unveiled remarkable road trip movies over the years, Pakistan’s cinema industry still needs to raise its game in the genre. However, there is one man in the nation who is thrilled by the idea of films and open road trips- and that is, the one and only revolutionary director, Wajahat Rauf.
The first to experiment in this area, Rauf takes the credit of giving Pakistani cinema its avant-garde road trip film, Karachi Se Lahore. The rom-com featured gorgeous starlet Ayesha Omar and Shehzad Sheikh and the slapstick and humorous ‘Moti’- the rising star, Yasir Hussain.
While Karachi Se Lahore fared fine at the box-office, it lacked the much-needed punch of an adventurous road trip tale. Not admitting defeat, Wajahat Rauf returned with its sequel- Lahore Se Aagey and vowed a much bigger and better flick!
With an exciting plot, an entertaining script and a more powerful lead pair of an ‘odd couple’ Saba Qamar and Yasir Hussain, Lahore Se Aagey is all set to hit the theaters on 11 November 2016.
However, it has been observed that film sequels often compromise on quality and entertainment. Will it be the same for Lahore Se Aagay?
We met the cast and director of the movie to get answers to all the burning questions in our minds. In an exclusive interview with Brandsynario, team Lahore Sey Aagey revealed that the sequel will be bigger, better and wittier than its prequel.
Read all what they said here.
1. Winning Plot Supported By a Talented Actress
While we all saw Saba Qamar in her cameo role in Manto, we are more excited to see her as a rock star in Lahore Se Aagey. Her killer looks in the movie have wowed us and we are already aware of her phenomenal acting skills, owing to some stellar T.V dramas.
While Yasir Hussain returns in the sequel as the lead hero, Wajahat opted to change the leading lady for the story. We all know that Saba is a complete package for a heroin in any movie and the director was looking for just that in his cinematic road-trip.
Watch what Wajahat Rauf had to say about casting Saba Qamar in Lahore Se Aagey here.
2. A Mistake is the Best Teacher
Karachi Se Lahore had great potential of being a visual treat for Pakistani cinema-goers. However, it failed to work its magic on the silver screen. The acting, cinematography, sets, and costumes could have been more impressive. Seems like Wajahat Rauf learned from his earlier blunders. He revamped the cast along with the plot to make sure Lahore Se Aagey takes over the cinemas of Pakistan, unlike its predecessor.
See for yourself what Wajahat Rauf had to say here.
3. No Over-branding
If you have seen Karachi Se Lahore, you would definitely remember brands popping up left, right and center in the movie. From bank promotions to ice cream overdoses, the multitude of obvious product placements became pretty annoying for the viewers.
Much to our glee, Rauf realized the dangers of overbranding in the film. He divulged that while the prequel appeared guilty of quite apparent over-branding, Lahore Se Aagey will not have ‘in your face’ labels, or brands pointing directly towards the camera.
4. Visual Masterpiece
Lahore Se Aagay is expected to be greener and visually more appealing The movie has been shot in the Northern Areas of Pakistan, mostly in Swat-unlike Karachi Se Lahore that was shot in plains and in between mountains.
With better and enhanced cinematography, the movie is bound to be a visual masterpiece!
5. Fresh Story wth Better Actors
As Wajahat Rauf unintentionally divulged, he clearly implied of casting better actors in the sequel, Lahore Se Aagay. “One thing that I have learned from the previous movie is that weak actors should never be cast.” Who was he implying to? Ayesha Omar or Shehzad Sheikh? We’ll never know!
But we do know that in comparison with Ayesha and Shehzad, Saba Qamar and Yasir Hussain are both amazing actors and the on-screen chemistry will definitely make it all the more fun to watch! In addition to that, the script is stronger and funnier with catchy punchlines that’ll leave you rolling on the floor with laughter!
6. Fun & Preppier Songs
From Saba Qamar’s sizzling avatar in Kalabaaz Dil to Yasir & Saba’s scinitllating chemistry in Zara Si Lagalo, the songs of Lahore Se Aagay have totally captivated us!
With better lyrics, composition and amazing vocalists, the tracks in Lahore Se Agay can in no way be compared to the tracks of its prequel.
The Tutti Frutti magic has been notched 10 times higher in ‘Kalabaaz Dil’ with the vibrant video infused with Saba’s sensuous dance moves.
But guess which song from the movie is Saba Qamar’s favorite?
Did you know Saba Qamar was hospitalized during the shoot of Lahore Se Aagey? The cast dished out some of the fun and juicy inside scoops, exclusively for Brandsynario fans!
Watch Saba Qamar & Yasir Hussain sharing some of their favourite memories from Lahore Se Aagay shoot!
7. Not a Cliche’d Rom-Com but an ‘Odd Couple’ Love Tale
Be it Saba Qamar or Yasir Hussain or Moti & Taara, the odd couple formula always works! Every Indian, Hollywood or Pakistani rom-com follows a cliched, monotonous theme of a beautiful actress falling for a handsome looking hero or vice versa.
There are very few movies that highlight the ‘odd couple’ chemistry. Two strangers who are totally opposite are stuck together on a road trip- what follows HAS to be interesting!
Watch what Saba Qamar & Wajahat Rauf have to say about the fresh take on Lahore Se Aagay.
Moti (Yasir Hussain) was the highlight of the previous movie. With his laughter provoking stammer and slapstick jokes, the actor managed to win many hearts in the first part, becoming the major reason why he was cast in a lead role in the sequel. Audiences loved Moti and with Saba Qamar added, the duo is bound to create a spark on the silver screen!
Here is a fun message from the cast & director of Lahore Se Aagay for the Brandsynario fans!
Saba Qamar’s gorgeous looks and powerful acting skills, blended with Yasir Hussain’s sharp wit have our expectations soaring high for ‘Lahore Se Aagay’. Here is to hoping that the movie will be a fulfilling dose of entertainment and fares exceptionally at the box office!
We cannot wait for November 11th, can you? Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more updates on Lahore Se Aagay.
Daraz, South Asia’s leading e-commerce marketplace, delivered a record-breaking 11.11, with over 14 million e-commerce shoppers visiting the platform across its five key markets – Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Myanmar – participating in the largest global shopping day.
Almost USD10 million worth of products were sold in the first hour, up more than 150 percent on last year’s sale.
Bjarke Mikkelsen, CEO and Founder of Daraz, said, “We are delighted with today’s results. It underlines the strength of our marketplace where customers trust the quality of products that they purchase on Daraz, and it illustrates how SMEs are able to unlock the online potential of their business.
“It has also been encouraging to continue seeing more users from both big and small cities across our five markets buying and selling a wide variety of products from our platform. This shows how e-commerce has become more accessible for everyone in the region.”
The first 11.11 order was delivered at 6.05am this morning and 250,000 items have already been shipped out to awaiting customers.
“For this year’s 11.11 Sale, we really focused on delivering a more innovative and more personalized customer experience. While the sales numbers are important, I’m most pleased with the overwhelmingly positive feedback that we’ve received about the user experience,” said Mr Mikkelsen.
Ehsan Saya, Managing Director, Daraz Pakistan said: “It’s humbling to have such an overwhelming and loving response from our customers. It goes to show that customers are flocking towards online shopping and we are thrilled that we’ll be continuing the 11.11 sale for the next 10 days so more customers and sellers across Pakistan can benefit”
Following today’s successful main event, Daraz will bring the favorite 11.11 themes to its customers over the next 10 days – each day inviting e-commerce shoppers to focus on a theme and enjoy some of the best deals that they missed.
Kia Motors revealed its ad not too long ago titled, Play It Young. The ad is making rounds on social media and attracting all kinds of opinions, good and bad. But for us, the ad is just too good. It conveys the idea they want to, the significance of their product, and even shows and breaks stereotypes.
The ad shows a girl (Iqra Aziz) doing groceries at the supermarket. She looks modest but she has a funky side which we see as her doppelganger. The funky alter ego has purple-dyed hair and wants to live her life while the modest girl has to exercise restraint.
They meet an acquaintance (a typical brown aunty) who asks her about ‘good news’. And we all know what that is a codeword for. The funky alter ego urges her to tell the aunty off by saying that the ‘good news’ can be used for promotion as well. A girl’s life is not just about producing babies.
The girl(s) exits the mart and finds the KIA vehicle. They are both amazed. And that is what the ad-makers intended to show; no matter how different your personality is, you are equally amazed at the perfection of the product. The alter egos become one human as they unite in their love for the car. Iqra Aziz drives off in the car shedding off yet another stereotype you see in the ads; the stereotype of men controlling the wheel.
When the ad was shared on a popular portal, one could see quite a few criticisms of it. But honestly, most of them seemed like they had no basis. Having criticized so many ads now, it seems most of us have just internalized the idea that every campaign needs to be complained about. Of course, it is not like the ad could not have been better. Maybe the voiceover technology could be improved. But in general, the storyline, the lack of bombarding the product on the screen, and of course Iqra’s priceless acting, make the ad a complete package.
Apple’s latest innovation is a dream come true for small business owners. The mega tech company announced Apple Business Essentials today which is an all-new service that brings together a plethora of things. Have a look at how Apple is set to revolutionise your business.
What Does It Offer?
Apple Business Essentials offer device management, 24/7 Apple Support, and iCloud storage with flexible subscription plans for small businesses. It can cater to businesses with up to 500 employees. This program also comes with an app that enables employees to install apps for work and request support. Everybody in a business can be connected through this app.
Why Is It Important?
Apple Business Essentials is important because it saves precious time for small businesses and allows them to grow. This service targets small businesses through the total device management life cycle. For instance, from device setup to employee onboarding and device upgrades, everything is handled by it. Moreover, that too while providing strong security, prioritized support, and secure data storage and backup.
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Susan Prescott, Apple’s vice president of Enterprise and Education Marketing, said that “Small businesses are at the core of our economy” which is why Apple wants to help them. According to her, Apple Business Essentials is designed specifically to streamline every step of employee device management within a small business— you name it, it handles it. The core motivation is to do so so leaders can focus on running the business rather than managing it.
Since Apple Business Essentials will have crucial information, it comes with tight security. IT managers of the company can enforce critical security settings such as the FileVault for full-disk encryption on Mac. Otherwise, the Activation Lock can be used to protect devices that may be lost or stolen. Moreover, Apple Business Essentials also ensures that these will not be easily turned off by mistake.
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Secure Storage
Moreover, besides great security, information is consistently backed up in Apple style. Apple Business Essentials also provides a dedicated iCloud account for work which would be providing simple and secure storage backup. Also, it offers collaboration on files and documents to reduce inconveniences when switching between devices!
Farhan Saeed may be one of the biggest music personalities of Pakistan but netizens don’t give you a pass for everything. The singer might be going through an ‘emo hour’ when he posted questions about true love on his social media which has made netizens extremely angry! How can one ask that whilst being married and having a wife? What does he mean? Let’s find out!
Farhan Saeed’s Questions
Farhan Saeed posted a picture on his social media, particularly Instagram’s stories, which was triggering for netizens. The picture he had posted was perhaps a random post he saw on social media and felt that he related to it. This picture in question was wondering whether true love exists. True love – as defined in the picture – is when someone is willing to do anything for you.
The crux of the post is whether this kind of love exists or is it fake just like how we are in the world? Farhan Saeed shared this post on his story and asked “is it” to his fans and followers.
This has made netizens displeased. They expected more from Farhan Saeed. Their main point of contention is how people in this day and age can never have enough. If you’d seen the way he celebrated his marriage with Urwa Hocane, you’d know he must be thinking this is true love. So then what happened?
Moreover, to post such a picture implies to your spouse that you aren’t clearly in love with them. Are we going to tolerate such petty airings of dirty laundry? Hear what netizens have to say:
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What’s Making Farhan Saeed Doubt True Love?
The idea that true love is when the other person is willing to do just about everything for you, comes from fairytales. It comes from children’s books. It is not real. This is a wrongfully romanticized idea we have learned to cling to. Moreover, this sort of “true love” always falls on women like a burden. If Farhan Saeed doesn’t find that today, we’d say that’s good for the world.
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However, to philosophize and question whether true love exists or not while being married is a red flag, for sure. Not too long ago, rumors about the separation between Urwa and Farhan Saeed were ripe— are they being confirmed now? We’ll have to find out.
Gaming is one of the best ways that one can utilize their time. Not only can it be a refreshing activity, but it can also be a relaxing one as well. Of course, we are not including the times when a player would rage because of a tough time in the game. Nevertheless, gaming is something that rose quite a lot during the time of a pandemic, because everyone was stuck indoors. Many companies came to benefit from this because they had a huge inflow of consumers. Speaking of gaming, Nintendo might be hinting towards something that has not been done in a while.
Yes, the company might just be planning its next console. You must be aware of the Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, and Switch OLED. Now, the company is looking past all of this to a place where the audience can expect something more. They have not been disappointed with any of their releases in their history. After all, the Nintendo DS has been the highest selling handheld of all time. So, what is this new console that people may be talking about?
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Nintendo With New Console
According to sources, Nintendo has mentioned that they are working on something for the next generation. They intend to manufacture and plan a console that is yet to be released. When asked about the expected date of release, they simply said it was ’20xx’, leaving it to our imagination. Whenever the release may be, we can hope that it will be as robust as the DS and the Switch were.
Additionally, the company has also stated that they intend to improve online services for the currently operational consoles. A lot of complaints had been heard, even from the most premium of the services that Nintendo offers. However, with a promise on this improvement, there is no doubt that they are going to deliver, without compromise.
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An Era Of Gaming
Nintendo recently mentioned, in a briefing, that over 32 million players are members of Switch Online. If they intend to increase this number, the company surely has to make their experience better. You don’t want to be spending a high amount, then realizing that it is no good of service.
That said, we hope we get to see a Nintendo release sometime in the near future, rather than waiting a whole decade for a release. Who knows, maybe they have decided to step into the world of virtual reality as well.
Karachi: Tuesday, November 02, 2021– President & CEO of U Microfinance Bank Limited (U Bank) Mr. Kabeer Naqvi and Managing Director & CEO of Pakistan Mortgage Refinance Company Limited (PMRC), Mr. Mudassir H. Khan, signed Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) to support & promote affordable housing finance in the country.
Under this agreement, PMRC will provide Ubank with long-term funding at discounted rates to promote housing finance. This new relationship will not only strengthen the bond between both the institutions, but will also open up multiple avenues for collaboration, including Low-Cost Housing Finance, Credit Guarantee Scheme and Capacity Building (including training, product design, assistance in the market research etc.)
Speaking on the occasion Mr. Kabeer Naqvi, President & CEO of U Bank said that these initiatives will help the bank in providing affordable mortgage facilities to low-income individuals particularly those in the informal sector. The government of Pakistan is committed to providing affordable housing finance to its citizens for economic and social development. This alliance will also help in social uplift and poverty alleviation.
Speaking at the occasion, Mudassir H. Khan, MD & CEO of PMRC said, this MOU will pave way for the microfinance industry to extend housing finance to the low-income groups, a market segment that has remained neglected for long. PMRC is continuing to play its role of being a catalyst in mortgage market development and for the growth of affordable housing in the country.
The ceremony was held in the office of PMRC and was witnessed by the senior management of both institutions including Mr. Muhammad Shahzad Khan – Head of Business, Mr. Farrukh Zaheer – Head of Treasury & FIs, Mr. Jamil Akhtar – Head of Products and Mr. Shaikh Taha Ahmad – Senior Business Manager from PMRC and Ms. Mariam Pervaiz – Chief Commercial Officer & Chief of Staff, Mr. Muhammad Farooq Kamran – Head of Corporate Banking & Investments and Mr. Mohsin Aslam – Head Budgeting Planning & Corporate Finance from U Bank.
Weddings are expensive worldwide. Sometimes, it is the couple who wants to celebrate their special day with full fervor and at other times, it is the societal pressure that has the bride and groom investing huge amounts. But this bride had no chills. For her wedding reception, the bride told the guests that they will be pitching in for the expenses incurred.
It is a common perception that out of everything at the event, the guests mostly remember food variety and quality. This is why even though the organizers spend a lot to have a beautiful event, they have full-on debates on deciding the menu and choosing caterers. The expenses incurred are never covered by the gift money that the guests give. In fact, the food that they eat is a lot more expensive.
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This bride who was fed up
The bride must have thought that to be foolish. She must certainly be done with the idea that the guests pay bird’s ratio, eat an eagle’s share and then have opinions about how the meat was not well cooked or the choice of menu was not too elegant.
To avoid any such negativity on her toxic day, she decided to go through an interesting route and it was intelligent. Instead of putting it off until the day of the wedding and who knows how much gift money everyone had prepared, she made her move when sending out the invite.
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Wedding reception invite
As most would know, outside of Pakistan, guests are to confirm their attendance for any event to ensure that the couple organizes it accordingly. Asking the guests to pay up on that very invite would limit down the attendees already. And this is what she did. She printed on the invite that the food will cost the guests $99 per head banquet style. In Pakistani rupees, the amount equals Rs 17,120.
[Update: November 11th, 2021]: Twitter has another amazing feature for its users. Remember how, when you made a blunder on your tweet, you had to delete it because you couldn’t edit? Well, not anymore.
Twitter is now to allow users to edit their tweets. However, there’s a catch! This interesting feature would only be for users who are ready to pay Twitter.
Yes, as announced, Twitter is launching its subscription-based service called Twitter Blue and it is on that platform that Twitterati can freely edit all the errored tweets.
[Novemer 11th, 2021]: This world has become quite accustomed to social media. Not a day goes by when people don’t visit these platforms to share their stories, their moments, and opinions. No matter where you are in the world, you can have access to social media and browse on your favorite platform. Twitter is one such platform out there. Whether you wish to spread knowledge or you just want to rant, it is the perfect place to be. Additionally, many of the celebrities communicate through Twitter so you never know who might reply to your tweet!
That said, we thought it appropriate to inform you what Twitter has been up to recently. Among everything, it seems they have just launched a subscription service! It has only been launched in four countries right now but the word is spreading fast. It is going by the name of Twitter Blue and there is a lot to explore on it. Who knows, maybe it rises faster than any other service out there.
There are quite a few new features that are going to be a part of this new subscription service. According to sources, the service is going to cost about $3 per month. In it, you can use certain premium services. These include,
Ability To Read New Articles Without Ads
Upload Longer Videos
Customize the Navigation bar in the app
The company intends to sell this access to users who used to come to Twitter for all recent news. After all, the news that appears here can be much more recent than the rest so this service will be useful to a lot of people.
It’s time to flex those Twitter fingers and take it to the next level 💪
Twitter Blue is now available for subscription in the US, New Zealand, Canada, and Australia on iOS, Android, and web pic.twitter.com/if3wXfoGpB
A portion of the user’s Twitter Blue subscription will go to the news organization. Parts of publications that can be accessed in this are Washington Post, USA Today, and Reuters. All of these can be accessed without Ads.
The wedding season is going on in full swing, which means unlimited shopping sprees, planning for your favourite looks, and last but not least, looking out for people to do pretty mehndi for you. Months before a wedding or even Eid, the hunt for the best mehndi artists. The mehndi trend is becoming more popular day by day, even outside Pakistan, which is incredible! You may have seen many girls asking on different forums for the best mehndi artists, and to be honest, no one wants to risk their special occasion or their hands by getting it done from someone unprofessional. A big NO-NO!
So, to make your life easier, we took it upon ourselves to hunt down the best mehndi artists for you in K-town. Let’s take a look at them below.
1. Henna Creations By Iqra
“Mommy of two precious little boys, stepping forward with the passion of henna art taking it to another level of intricacy!” We are quoting her bio. Like literally, and we couldn’t agree more with it. The level of intricacy and subtlety will make anyone fall in love with her design, even the not-so Mehndi lovers. When it comes to mehdni, everyone has a different preference. However, if you love the unique and small, intricate designs, Iqra is the perfect option.
Hinaj offers some of the most classic and traditional designs, perfect for a traditional bride. Even celebrities rave about her work. And if you are a fan of Sharmila Farooqui’s wedding mehndi, then you know who to book for your events.
If you like to keep it old school and do not mind stepping out of the house to get the ritual done, go to Sakina for the perfect bridal mehndi. With a variety of designs to offer, Sakina’s work is intricate and beautiful.
Ridma is a self-made Henna artist who believes in mehndi being an art form. Her designs are a blend of traditional and modern and include a variety of patterns. If you like your mehndi a little extra yet without going over the top, Ridma is your best bet.
A simple design can do wonders while adding a little oomph to your bridal look. However, what better way to celebrate your wedding than stepping out of the box and doing something different. If you like your mehndi a little extra or if you have something particular in mind, Mehak is your best option for all kinds of customizable mehndi designs.
Sana knows how to add little details to your mehndi to make it a more personalized experience. From names to little flowers, Sana’s bespoke designs are a perfect option for a traditional bride.
Not a mehdni fan, but being pressured to get mehndi done on your mehndi? Then you need to check out Shahtaj’s design which feels like a breath of fresh mehndi. Her delicate, intricate, and non-conventional designs will surely make you fall in love with at least a few of them.
Lahore – November 10, 2021: Premium solar energy solutions by BEL are now in the historical city of Pakistan. Beacon Energy Limited, has inaugurated its Flagship Office in DHA Lahore Where, now you can have a live review of the product and free consultations is provided to all our walk in clients. We as a team feel privileged in providing our customers with solar awareness & best solutions.
The office offers a complete Solar Experience journey with 3D visuals and product demo. The functional office will offer Sales, Aftersales, Operations & Complaint handling of Solar applicability to its customers.
One of our key aspirations for diversifying into renewable energy was to be catalyst for a positive change in the world. Our clean energy solutions are designed to be highly affordable and give our clients access to energy no matter what their location is in Pakistan.
We hope in bringing equal quality and cleaner solutions. BEL offers complete solar solutions including assistance in Bank Financing, Net-Metering, and Free of Cost O&M Services for 5 years. Our unique Network Operations Centre (NOC) proactively monitors the performance of customer systems to detect anomalies which may affect production.
BEL has a robust Monitoring and support App (BEL CONNECT) to give customers complete visibility over their solar system. The app allows the user to see all current and historical data about energy production, utilization, export, and overall saving.
Beacon Energy (Pvt.) Limited (BEL), a group company of Beaconhouse Group has been offering Solar Solutions in all major cities of Pakistan since 2019. BEL is an ISO Certified Renewable Energy company that is registered with the (Alternative Energy Development Board) AEDB in the ARE-V1 Category up to 1Mwp.
While there are many players in town, the two that define the mattress market in Pakistan are Diamond Supreme and Master Molty Foam. Of course, the latter has more clout. Could it be that that the Papa Jani creators think Diamond Supreme is copying them?
The colour associated with Diamond is blue whereas the colour of Master Molty is red. The highlight in brand news was that Diamond used red as the primary colour for their signboard outside an outlet. Now, while it doesn’t make sense to call your competitor out on using colour, Master Molty’s lash out made sense because a passing glance by a prospective consumer would definitely make them think they are entering Master Molty Foam shop.
Hence, they took the matter to court which ordered the accused to remove all such signboards displaying red. However, it was revealed that the court order was not respected. At this point, the court’s officer has been directed to remove the signboard themselves.
It seems that Diamond Supreme has been doing this for some time. Seeing the recent issue, the use of Papa Jani also seems a bit controversial. Initially, I had found it to be lack of sportsman spirit.
As you may recall, Master Molty Foam’s iconic campaign featured the papa jaani character. It shows a life of a little girl who grows up and gets married getting the brand’s mattress from papa jaani. Diamond Supreme used that concept and put up billboards with the copy from that little girl’s perspective. It was a letter to papa jaani that she had shifted to Diamond Supreme.
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Finding this ad, Master Molty Foam took it to court. Following the order, PEMRA directed Diamond Supreme to eliminate the use of the phrase for any campaign run on media platforms. This event took place in 2019.
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Is Diamond Supreme really copying Master Molty Foam?
I wouldn’t say copying. It is much drastic than that. They are actually exploiting the consumer’s brand loyalty to Master Molty Foam.
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Daraz has become the biggest household name in Pakistan when it comes to online shopping. Naturally, when its 11.11 sale approaches, chaos, excitement, and happiness starts simmering until it actually explodes into a buying boom! As Pakistan gears up for the biggest and most benefitting sale of the year, here’s what you need to know:
Daraz’s 11.11 Sale
Daraz has a sale on 11.11 each year – on the 11th of November – and overtime this has become a phenomenon. Consumers save the entire year keeping this sale in mind because the discounts and deals are truly not to be missed. Daraz also ensures that hype is built around this sale to the maximum and this year, the face of the sale are Aiman Khan and Muneeb Butt!
Image Source: Daraz Blog
This sale is the biggest in the country for a reason. Daraz is not only able to help its consumers by allowing them to save so much through it, but it also helps the economy by generating huge sales.
Who Is Partnering With Daraz This Year?
This year, several renowned brands have joined hands with Daraz too. Some of these names are P&G, Unilever, Dawlance, Haier, Infinix, TCL, realme, Xiaomi, and Sapphire too! And do you know what the best part is? These brands will be offering up to 75% off on their stock through the Daraz app.
Better get there on time to get your hands on your favourites before they go ot of stock.
What Are Some of The Deals?
Image Source: Daraz Blog
Daraz has the biggest assortment of technological appliances/gadgets on their platform and all of that will be included in mega-deals too. Electronics have up to 61% off including phones, laptops, washing machines and much more! If you’re looking to get a treadmill for yourself, know that its price has been slashed by up to 10K in the 11.11 sale.
Home and lifestyle products are also not left behind. They have up to 75% off in the upcoming 11.11 sale! Sports and outdoor equipment or even clothing, has huge discounts which are not to be missed. This is your last chance to save all your desired items in your cart so that as soon as 11.11 hits, you checkout!
Coupons Are Not To Be Missed
The best part, and personally our favourite part, are the coupons! For every section on the Daraz app, coupons are available for you to grab. Some give you Rs. 1,000 to spend on a minimum amount purchase while others are simply there for you to grab without any purchase also. This is a golden opportunity to stock up on your shopping for the rest of the year.
What are your thoughts about the biggest sale of the year? Let us know in the comments below!
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Every 11.11, brands gear up to deliver excellent deals that consumers can benefit from. Additionally, corporations attempt to bring new and exciting offers that would engage and delight their customers.
As the leading South Asian online marketplace, Daraz is no exception. Every year, the ecommerce platform prepares months in advance for the biggest one-day sale, so that it can create immense value for its users on 11.11.
Once again, this year Daraz is encouraging online shopping through captivating deals and discounts on its platform. In fact, the ecommerce channel is giving lucky customers the opportunity to win 1300 CC cars.
All you have to do to enter the much-awaited lucky draw is play the One Rupee Game when it’s live. To do so, click here. Then choose your favorite product from the options listed; one is a laptop and the other is a car. To enter the game, you need to spend Rs 1 to buy one of these products.
Daraz will randomly choose a lucky winner, and announce it the next day. To be promptly informed, enable push notification for the Daraz App. Also, make sure to enter correct information and updated shipping address, because the prizes will be dispatched to your address.
To win this grand prize on Daraz’s biggest sale, ensure that you qualify for the game. Simply put, use your Mobile Load or easypaisa at least once during 11.11 Sale 2021. Then, you can increase your chances of winning by playing multiple times. However, remember that you can only participate once per day.
For those who don’t win the prize, their Rs. 1 will be refunded. Hence, there is nothing at stake and so much to gain (What is Daraz One Rupee Game).
Malala Yousafzai has put several Pakistani issues on the global map. However, the humanitarian and Nobel prize winner can not escape the laser eyes of netizens who hold her accountable for her statements. As the news surfaced that she has tied the knot, netizens want to ask Malala a very important question.
Malala’s Marriage
Malala Yousafzai surprised the world as she announced her marriage. Her husband, Asser Malik, holds an esteemed position on the Pakistan Cricket Board. The two had also posted a picture together before but nobody suspected it. On 9th November 2021, the two announced it on their Instagram profiles with endearing pictures. They’re simple, they’re exquisite and they’re very British!
Have a look here:
Today marks a precious day in my life.
Asser and I tied the knot to be partners for life. We celebrated a small nikkah ceremony at home in Birmingham with our families. Please send us your prayers. We are excited to walk together for the journey ahead.
📸: @malinfezehaipic.twitter.com/SNRgm3ufWP
However, while the world was congratulating the two, netizens were brewing up questions in their minds. To jog your memory, a while ago Malala said in an interview that according to her, marriage is rather unnecessary. To her, it is just like signing a contract— there is no significance. Life goes on as it was before.
Therefore, now that Malala herself has signed a Nikkahnama, netizens are confused. Did she not think that was unnecessary? It’s a valid question because if she was not of this belief, why influence others to think that way? Moreover, if she was of the belief, did she marry out of societal pressure?
The Nobel laureate and Pakistanis have a love-hate relationship, that is for sure. However, more often than not the reasons behind the hate become obscure. It is true that we, as a society, enjoy picking on celebrities and reminding them what they said in the past. However, this is someone’s marriage day! At least one day can be granted with peace, happiness, and tolerance.
Image Source: The New York Times
The sad state of affairs is revealed in front of our eyes suggests that the public may not hold respect for you even if you bag a Nobel prize. The life of Abdus Salam and his contributions were contested and another Nobel laureate is poked and prodded in her life. Regardless of these questions, we wish Malala a happy and healthy life with her partner!
Dawlance is the #1 home-appliances brand of Pakistan and a subsidiary of Arcelik – the largest Turkish enterprise and the 2nd largest manufacturer in Europe. Dawlance has now become the Diamond Sponsor of 11.11 and 12.12 Mega-Sale campaign of Daraz to offer fabulous discounts on its innovative range of products.
Dawlance and Daraz consumers can now avail and enjoy amazing discounts worth in crores on DarazMall during 11.11 and 12.12 discount festival along with valuable vouchers, gifts and much more. This collaborative initiative reflects the customer-centric approach and progressive vision of both these resourceful organizations, where the highest priority is given to the consumer’s satisfaction around purchasing quality and reliable Dawlance appliances.
The Chief Marketing Officer of Dawlance – Hasan Jameel stated; “It brings us great joy to be part of this mega sale with Daraz. Customer Centricity has always been at the core of Dawlance which is why we have now signed the diamond sponsorship for this mega campaign, while promising delightful discounts on a range of our products. Every year, our campaigns receive an overwhelming response from all segments of the market, because the users want to derive maximum functionality and convenience through reliable and trustworthy appliances of Dawlance.”
Head of DarazMall – Zain Ahmed said, “The partnership between Daraz and Dawlance is aimed at providing best offerings and experience to the customers on 11.11. The mega sale provides a perfect platform for brands to reach out to wider masses with their best of the best offering to build a long-term customer relation.”
This collaboration between Dawlance and Daraz in Pakistan is a part of the global partnership between Arcelik and Alibaba.com. These synergies between the two global giants, has added great value to the operational capabilities of the partners, to serve this growing segment of tech-savvy consumers, on-the-go, round-the-clock.
Dawlance being the No. 1 home appliance brand has established the largest dealership network across Pakistan, which also ensures prompt after sales-services and customer satisfaction. Going beyond the consumers’ expectations, this leading brand is successfully creating e-commerce convenience and extraordinary product benefits. Its experiences and designs match the latest trends in e-commerce, kitchen equipment and home interiors.
The app that started as a transports service, Careem has now made a universe of its own by providing a multitude of options to the consumers. The Super App that also keeps itself on top of everything trendy and starts conversations with their engaging promotional messages has hired a new Director Marketing for the Pakistani market. Haris Javed is taking that position up.
Haris Javed gained his degree in Economics. He did his MBA from LUMS as well as executive education from INSEAD. His track record speaks of the experience he holds and what he will bring to Careem’s Marketing department.
Royal Bank of Scotland Business, Coca Cola Company, Telenor, and Jazz are just a few examples that show how versatile his experience is. It shows how capable he is that he has worked in banking, FMCGs, and telecommunication companies.
The newly appointed marketing director said:
“I am super excited to be part of a purpose-driven organization, leveraging technology to simplify and improve the lives of communities. The recent advancement in the local tech ecosystem shows that Pakistan has an enormous potential to drive impact and Careem is at the epicenter of it.”
Decades-long career has led to diverse expertise in digital strategy, marketing growth, product design, analytics, and especially creating visibility for the startup ecosystem in Pakistan.
MD – Careem
His position involved leading the marketing team. It will be a challenge because Careem needs to establish itself as the Super App. They need to create stronger awareness campaigns as Careem is still being utilized as a ride-hailing service with which it started. The new services they need to make their consumers realize are food, delivery, and payments.
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The girl who did not believe in marriage has finally tied the knot on 9th November 2021. Revealing her husband to the world, Malala posted the pictures from the Nikkah ceremony and the duo looks incredibly cute together. But who is this man? Let’s get to know Asser Malik, the husband of Malala Yousafzai, shall we?
Malala Yousafzai is popular for many reasons. She endured the Taliban, went abroad, made a name for herself, and keeps helping people in need. She won the noble prize and ensures that she plays her part in making education accessible for girls in Pakistan. Malala also got a lot of hate for not sharing her opinion on the Israel-Palestine issue only for people to realize the extent of her donation to Palestine for education. It seems that she is at the point where she does not need validity for her actions. So, who did this girl marry?
Here’s how Malala Yousufzai announced her marriage!
She wrote,
“Today marks a precious day in my life. Asser and I tied the knot to be partners for life. We celebrated a small nikkah ceremony at home in Birmingham with our families. Please send us your prayers. We are excited to walk together for the journey ahead”.
A number of people are interested in getting to know who this guy is and it seems he is on the track towards becoming quite famous (his Instagram following had increased by 2k overnight). Asser got his education from some of the best institutes. Publications are reporting that he attended Aitchison College Lahore and LUMS, two top-class institutes of Lahore. After doing his BS in Economics and Political Sciences, he decided to make a career in the sports industry. He created a player development program for Multan Sultans and is even said to have co-founded LMS Pakistan.
Looking at his Instagram profile, you can see that the love of cricket is deeply embedded. In fact, it seems it was this very field that introduced him to his now-wife back in 2019.
Let’s wish the two all the very best in life and that Asser Malik keeps looking at Malala Yousafzai with the same love that we can see in the pictures.
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