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Synergyzer On Bringing Pakistan’s Advertising, Marketing & Media Industry Beyond the New Normal

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The pandemic came like an unseen bombshell that introduced us to a new normal. Just like commercial businesses, industries, and the services industry was hit by COVID-19, similarly, the advertising world bared major setbacks too. The communication had come to a halt, materializing ideas became a challenge, and the growing uncertainty between agencies and brands was rampant.

Adjusting to this new normal was not an easy task for an industry that thrives on communication and human interaction. As agencies and brands embraced the new way of working, they started to route their communication through the digital medium. The level of productivity may not have decreased, but making things work was difficult enough and a challenge in itself. However, with diligence, hard work, patience, and persistence the advertising and marketing sector carved its way through those difficult times that still do continue to haunt us but have not stopped us from being resilient.

Synergyzer talks to professionals, experts, and thinking tanks of the advertising, marketing, and media industry in the Annual 2021 edition to get an overview after observing the huge changes, challenges, and impediments faced by the industry and its individuals.

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5 Simple Ways You Can Celebrate Mother’s Day At Home

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Mother’s day is around the corner, so this is your chance to shower your mother with some affection and love. But, of course, mother’s day should not be the only specific reason to celebrate your bond with her. In the hustle-bustle of life, we tend to get so busy that we are not able to spend some quality time with our family. And if that’s the case with you too then, here is your chance to plan something for your mother and show her how much you love her.

However, the current lockdown situation will make it a little tricky if you want to take her out. But don’t worry, here we have a list of all the things you can do to celebrate Mother’s day at home.

1. Plan A Movie Night this Mother’s Day

A generation gap tends to create different interests in the genre of movies we like to watch. But for a change, pick a film of your mother’s choice and take her back to her memories and those golden times of her youth. Also, don’t forget to order her favorite snacks for the marathon.

5 Simple Ways You Can Celebrate Mother's Day At Home
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2. Set Up A Spa At Home

If you were planning to take out your mother for a much-needed spa day and the city’s situation is now coming your way. DO NOT WORRY! The internet can be your rescue. Look up at all the things you need for a spa day, from scrubs to lotions. Set up some hot tubs and get some fresh flowers to add a hint of freshness and fragrance to the room and give it a spa vibe.

5 Simple Ways You Can Celebrate Mother's Day At Home
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3. Make Her A DIY Card

Hand-made gifts are not just gifts. They are a gesture of love. The amount of effort which is put into a handmade product makes the gift speak for itself. So search your cabinet for some stationery products and create a cute handmade card for her cupboard. This gesture will put a smile on her face and will be the cutest gesture you can ever make.

5 Simple Ways You Can Celebrate Mother's Day At Home
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4. Write Her A Letter

If speaking is not your best pursuit, then make use of your writing skills. Write your mother a letter and show her how much you love her. The number of things that she has done for you over time made a difference in your life, and her support will be the most rock-solid thing you can have. Write down the things you love most about her, and make sure to honor the queen she is.

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5. Buy Her Something 

Gift her something she has wanted to get for the longest time. Gift her something which she can use in her daily life, like a journal or a pair of cute slippers. So, every time she uses them, she is reminded of the love you have for her.

What is your favorite thing to do out of these, and what are you planning to do for your mother. Let us know in the comments below.

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10 Interesting Facts About Stranger Things You Didn’t Know

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Stranger Things has got to be our favourite show and it’s incredible how it appeals to audiences of all ages. As we wait for season 3 anxiously and excitedly, here are some ‘strange’ facts you didn’t know.

1. Eleven Is Modeled After E.T.

The Duffer Brothers, the writers of the show, wanted Millie Brown to resemble E.T. They wanted her to enact the same kind of relationship between her and the others. This also explains Eleven’s focus on more body language than dialogue.

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2. The Show Was Almost An Anthology Series 

Being an anthology series means a new story in every season with different characters. So basically, the show would have said goodbye to our favourite cast after the first season. Who’s glad they didn’t?

3. Stephen King Had A Hand In Casting Millie Bobby Brown

The master of horror’s say has a lot of value. When he saw Brown in the BBC show Intruders and publicly praised her, it gave her a leg up! 

4. The Show Is Based On A Real-Time Travel Project

Stranger Things is based on the conspiracy theory about the United States government conducting reality-bending experiments on children. The theory is based on ‘Montauk Events’ much of which the show replicates. 

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5. Before Netflix, The Idea Was Rejected Multiple Times

The Duffer Brothers estimate their show was rejected 15-20 times.

6. They Auditioned 906 Boys And 307 Girls For The Main Roles.

This show was brought to you after undertaking the gargantuan task of hearing from 1213 child actors. At least it was worth it right?

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7. Dacre Montgomery Had An Unusually Shirtless Audition Tape.

Billy has the most “bonkers” characters and his audition was in tandem with that. The Duffer Brothers said, “I’ve watched thousands of auditions now, and it’s by far the most bonkers that I’ve witnessed”. 

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8. The Gang Went Trick-or-treating Together.

You wouldn’t believe but the gang is actually friends in real life now. They all also go trick or treating together for Halloween! 

9. Approximately 150 Wigs Were Used 

Will Byers’s classic ‘pyala cut’ look is achieved through a wig. Jim Hopper also has a wig now. Plus, a lot of wigs were used for the Halloween scene. 

10. The Boys Needed To Be Told To Stop Farting On Set

As gross as this may be, it is also hilarious. In the abandoned bus scene, apparently, they farted so much that it got “toxic”. They have to temporarily evacuate the bus for this reason. Now, this is truly a strange thing.

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Have more to share? Let us know in the comments below.

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Did This Pakistani Drama Predict Bill Gates Divorce?

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Aside from the infamous Mere Paas Tum Ho, Khalil ur Rehman Qamar has to his crown the badge of yet another very successful drama, Tau Dil Ka Kya Hua. This too starred Ayeza Khan who played a character of a woman who had cheated on and left her husband. Sound very much like MPTH but then again; same writer so that’s expected. Anyway, looking at the drama again, it seems that it predicted the divorce of Bill Gates.

Interesting, right?

Bill Gates Divorce and Tau Dil Ka Kya Hua

At the beginning of this week, we got to know that the billionaire couple who is known to be involved in lots of donations for good causes had parted ways after 27 years of marriage. People weren’t expecting such news and while some were sad, many others were out there making memes on this life event of Bill Gates. While looking up past references for the famous, now separated, couple, Pakistanis stumbled across a clip from the drama Tau Dil Ka Kya Hua, and they just couldn’t believe it. It was a dialogue by a character reprimanding Ayeza Khan’s character on her infidelity.

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The Viral Clip

She said that even a poor man feels like the richest man if his wife is loyal to him. To compare her statement by talking about an extremely rich man, she referred to Bill Gates. She said that if even if a billionaire like him finds out that his wife ran away, he’d feel he’s the poorest man.

The way she says it is love though, even if the statement is hugely problematic.

Now, people are creating parallels to the statement but shouldn’t we be a little careful at what we say. By saying that the drama predicted Bill Gates’s divorce we are essentially saying, Melinda Gates had an extramarital affair. This is a HUGE allegation that wouldn’t really matter to the Gates but it will affect us; What we say affects our personality, make us more insensitive. Not to mention, divorce is something very personal, and a hard decision that a couple arrives at after much thought process, shouldn’t we not make fun of that?

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Pakistanis Can’t Stop Trolling This Brand For Their Hilarious Graphics

Graphic designing is used to convey the brand strategy or its message to the clients. The essential purpose of graphic design is to lay a strong foundation for brand strategy. However, the main focus is to create logos and adds which the target audience can associate with the brand’s name.

Sapphire’s Latest Campaign

The beauty of graphics lies in the amount of time you have spent to micro monitor a task. If not done correctly, results can range from something between absurd to outright hilarious. The same situation happened with one of Pakistan’s famous brands recently. Sapphire creates a wide range of apparel for women, men, and children. The latest campaign of sapphire is getting trolled for the graphics on the latest shoot of the men’s collections.

 

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The picture shows a person standing on the rocks and a blue sky in the background. However, rather than standing, it seems like he is floating in the air, which looks hilarious.

The Trolls 

Internet is having a field day after looking at these pictures from sapphire’s latest campaign. People commented how sapphire is paying the designer just $5 by the looks of the work.

However, some mentioned that this looks like a marketing strategy to get some attention from the viewers.

Whether it is a marketing strategy or just a lack of effort in finding the right person for the job, this seems like a first for any brand that is home to the most sought-after clientele in Pakistan. From the eyes of a layman person, this can be something that is not noticeable, but from the eyes of a professional, it looks like a work of art of some newbie. Whatever the situation now, sapphire has got some eyes and more buyers for their latest men’s collection.

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7 Mouth-Watering Chana Chaat Recipes That You’ll Love

7 Mouth-Watering Chana Chaat Recipes That You'll Love
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Chana Chaat is a classic street food menu that is for the win. It never gets old and is a quick mood booster. So whether you are hungry, going out shopping, or a drive, stop by a chaat vendor and have a quick snack. Chaat is also an Iftaar staple. Without chaat no iftar is complete.

Chaat is not just a snack. The main ingredient chickpeas carry a wide range of benefits for the human body. So chaat is one of those snacks which is absolutely healthy and will not make you regret while you indulge in your cravings.

Chickpeas are known to improve heart health, control sugar levels, and lowers the amount of cholesterol. Because of their high fiber content, they also maintain gut health and prevent constipation. Also great for skin and hair because of the amounts of antioxidants they carry.

If you are pumped to try some chaat in today’s iftar, then proceed. However, if you like chana chaat but are bored of the same old recipes, try these recipes to twist your routine snack.

1. Chana Chaat Recipe

This recipe is a blend of your favorite herbs and vegetables. So quick and easy to make, it is absolutely delicious. To top it off, add some chat masala, and you are good to go.

2. Special Dahi Chana Chaat

This Dahi chaat is slightly different from your average recipes, making it worth trying at least once. The mixture of chickpea flour will provide your chaat a gooey base that will melt in your mouth.

3. Aloo Cholay Chana Chaat 

Try this easy recipe and let us know how you like it.

4. Bombay Chaat

This Bombay chaat is a little difficult to make, but it is definitely worth the taste. The star ingredient is bhelpuri which brings back a whole lot of memories.

5. Bhaghare Channay

If you haven’t tried bhaghare channay, then you are absolutely missing out. This traditional Indian recipe is worth trying at least once in your lifetime.

6. Chilli Chana Recipe

This recipe is unlike anything we have seen before. Try this tonight in your Iftar and get a lot of compliments from the family.

7. Achari Chana Chaat 

This chaat with a twist of achar will definitely be a treat to your tastebuds.

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Maheen Hassan Tops CSS 2020 Exams, Makes The Nation Proud

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CSS (Central Superior Services) is regarded as one of the most difficult exams in Pakistan. Many try their luck to join the bureaucracy circle through this avenue. But out of thousands, only a handful make it past even the first round. CSS 2020 was no different. A Pakistani girl made us all proud by securing the top position.

FPSC Announcement of CSS 2020 result

For CSS 2020, eighteen thousand five hundred and fifty-three (18,553) candidates appeared. When the results were results announced by FPSC (Federal Public Service Commission) on Thursday, it was for the written exam. After the results were posted, 376 candidates cleared. The next step is the viva after which 364 candidates were finalized. Maheen Hassan was the top amongst all 18,553. 226 were male and 138 were female. It is interesting to see the gap between genders bridging.

But it also means that only 1.9% out of all those who appeared made it. The percentage makes it more evident, how tough these exams really are. And yet, Maheen proved she was worth it.

Maheen Hassan – GCU Lahore

Maheen Hassan has studied political science from Government College University Lahore making her alma meter proud as well as the entire nation.

With her success, hopefully, more and more people will become open to the girls in their houses be more ambitious.

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Volkswagen Soon To Construct Its Manufacturing Plant In Pakistan

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Where we heard about automotive brands coming to Pakistan, we also heard about Volkswagen. Now, this is a brand that has been in operation for quite a long time. They have been known to manufacture extraordinary vehicles. The concept of a Beatle vehicle came from this brand. Today, they can be considered as the Disney of the automotive industry. Many huge brands are owned by them.

Volkswagen is also a brand that takes the form of a classic era. The cars themselves give off a premium vibe. Despite there being so much competition, it still hasn’t slowed this company down. The company is making a mark and rising fast. In recent news, it seems that a Volkswagen plant is soon coming to Pakistan.

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The Volkswagen Plant

Apparently, there has been news where the construction of such a plant is being discussed. It opens up a lot of prospects and opportunities for Pakistan. Under an agreement from 2018, the company will set up shop here and manufacture vehicles too! Do you understand what this means? More vehicle production in Pakistan means more revenue generation. Our value in the global market could rise substantially because of this.

This plant will have the capacity to produce about 28,000 vehicles every year. While the number may not sync up with the population, it is definitely a good start. Due to the pandemic occurring, the production and construction of this plant were halted. However, 2021 is bringing about a lot of good news for everyone. It is time for us to step into the 21st century, in regards to cars.

Volkswagen Is Impressive

Not only has the company managed to produce cars, but they have also extended their domain. While they did start with combustion engine vehicles, now they are moving towards electric too. The ID series is one that we know of and it is Volkswagen’s electric division. For now, we aren’t sure which models will go into production but we can hope that they will be different ones. Diversity in this era is an important thing and everyone will benefit from it.

Additionally, maybe the construction of this plant can urge other brands to enter Pakistan too. We know that KIA is currently operational in Pakistan and MG has gotten the greenfield status. Pretty soon, we may begin to see another brand of vehicle in the country.

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Hoping for a future

As mentioned here, we hope that the company continues to bring us more good news. We hope to see more and more presence of Volkswagen in Pakistan in the coming years.

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Sony To Redesign PS5 & Set To Start Production In 2022

The world is moving at a brisk pace and everyone wants to catch up. They want to be there when the next tech bubble pops. However, there may be some hindrances to the goal that people may have. The pandemic is a prime example of such a hindrance. Now it seems that Sony might have to re-design the PS5.

If you keep up with tech news, you may have heard of the recent silicon shortage. There is a lacking of semiconductor chips. These are widely used in smartphones, consoles, and many other devices. They are a core element to how these tech devices function. However, the chip shortage has brought a lot of production to a slower pace.

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Sony Decision

While the PS5 has been one of the most popular consoles of the decade, it is still running short. Sony seems to be struggling to keep up with demand due to the shortage. When asked, the company responded by giving two alternatives. Either they will think of some way to get an alternate resource or they will re-design the console. The second one seems to be quite probable right now.

When we talk about design here, we are assuming that a lot of the changes will be internal. They intend to alter the architecture in such a way as to reduce silicon usage. This way they can produce more consoles in bulk and keep up with demand. Sony can use this strategic move to bring better results to the company itself. People want to buy the PS5 but many are unable to.

A New Design

We are not aware of how the design will be altered, but we know that it is a good possibility this will happen. We hope that Sony is able to keep up with changing times because the shortage is everywhere. Just recently, Apple had to stop a smartphone shipment because the chips were short on the market.

The world of gaming is taking a turn for the better and there is a lot on the way. From virtual reality to immersive gaming, each sector is moving forward on its own. If there is one thing that has been boosted in the days of 2020, it is online gaming. Not only have player charts increased, but they have also helped companies generate a lot of revenue.

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Entering Production

According to another report, it is said that Sony will work on the re-design in 2022. This means that you still have half a year to decide. Decide what, exactly? Decide whether you wish to hunt for a PS5 now or wait for and buy the re-designed one.

Nevertheless, we hope you succeed in your venture and are able to experience the full length of gaming.

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This French Campaign Highlights A Taboo In The Most Impactful Way

Talking about taboo is important because taboo essentially is something that is prohibited, and you ensure it by not even talking about it. So when you start talking about it, you have defeated it for the most part. This french campaign does just that with an issue that is considered taboo, not for one or two countries but most of the world.

Periods and women

The topic in question is none other than periods. Most women have to endure periods, but sanitary pads, tampons, and menstrual cups get weirdly categorized as a luxury. This is why these products are not accessible to everyone. Some women even have to use cloth which is highly unhygienic. But since it is taboo, people don’t talk about it, and awareness doesn’t spread. As a result, women stay quiet about it and have to compromise on school and work during the periods days.

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France decided to bring it up in conversation to do something positive for their 1.7 million women who do not have the financial means to spend on this necessity. House of Communication France and Règles Élémentaires teamed up for the task.

French campaign on the taboo

Calling the women who have to disappear during periods invisible women, they decided to highlight the issue through the most visible women. Now, who is the most visible for someone? Weather people! Of course, not in Pakistan; here, we do not even believe the weather forecast. But in countries such as France, residents need to be up-to-date about the day-to-day weather, which is why everyone watches at least the weather bit in the entire news program.

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So, for the purpose of this campaign, weather presenters were asked not to go on air and 9 TV channels which included three national tv channels, did just that. And the text was put up that said that the women are not available because they were on their periods.

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At the end of the news program, the channels revealed their plan. It sparked a fiery conversation on social media.

This campaign started in February, and within a few months, there is already a positive effect on policies.

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More countries should pay heed to this because it’s time everyone realized the sanitary pads are not a luxury; they are a necessity.

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Suzuki to Invest $460Mn in Pakistan if New Auto Policy Revised

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Suzuki has plan of investing $460 million into Pakistan if the government revises recently announced new auto policy and offers some incentives.

Pakistan Suzuki Motor Company that assembles Suzuki cars for the local market, showed concerns over the new auto policy in a statement it emailed to an international news agency.

Karachi based Pakistan Suzuki Motor Company said that the new auto policy has damaged the investment potential in country’s automobile industry by existing players like Pak Suzuki Motor Co., which is ready to invest  $460 million in Pakistan if incentives and benefits are provided.

Pakistan Suzuki Motor Co. further disclosed that by $460 million investment, a new state of the art plant of Suzuki would be built on urgent basis and the company will also launch 4 new models within next five years – two out of these four would be available in the market by 2018.
5 Most Fuel Efficient Cars In Pakistan

The new auto policy announced by government of Pakistan favors the new foreign automobile manufacturers which have been offered lower duties for bringing them into the business.

Government also wanted to break the existing players’ monopoly like Suzuki, Toyota and Honda that have dominated the Pakistani market for years.

The reason behind giving favors to new entrants is to give a choice to Pakistani car users who are forced to purchase locally assembled cars on relatively higher price; these vehicles are far behind imported cars in terms of quality and features.

AUDI Pakistan Signs MoU With BankIslami To Assemble Cars in Sindh

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Ferozsons Laboratories Salutes Healthcare Heroes By Lighting National Monuments Blue

To honour the selfless efforts and sacrifices made by doctors, nurses, paramedics and frontline health workers during the ongoing pandemic, Ferozsons Laboratories Limited, a leading pharmaceutical company, launched a nation-wide initiative to turn three iconic monuments – Faisal Mosque, the Lahore Fort, and Frere Hall –  into beacons of blue light on 4th and 5th May. The activity took place with the collaboration and generous support of the Capital Development Authority (CDA), the Walled City of Lahore Authority (WCLA), Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC), as well as the Ministry of Interior. The initiative aimed to pay tribute to the healthcare community, the unsung heroes of the pandemic.

Representing all those who bravely battled the pandemic and lost their lives in service of their patients, Management of Ferozsons Laboratories, Government Officials and Family Members of Doctors initiated the illumination of the monuments by lighting candles in memory of their loved ones.

Speaking on the occasion, CEO of Ferozsons Laboratories Limited, Mr. Osman Khalid Waheed, said “We are all indebted to doctors and frontline health workers everywhere, who risk their own lives every day to put patients first. This initiative aims to show these true heroes the nation’s gratitude and support.”

Mr. Kamran Lashari, the Director General of the Walled City of Lahore Authority (WCLA), paid tribute to the medical community and commented, “The healthcare workers who have worked tirelessly against COVID-19 are the real heroes. I am extremely glad to see the efforts of Ferozsons to commemorate the efforts of these frontline workers. I’m very happy that my department, walled city and metropolitan were a part of this initiative. Health workers, we salute you.”

In Karachi, Mr. Laeeq Ahmad, Administrator of the Karachi Metropolitan Corporation (KMC), on the lighting of Frere Hall, said “We must never forget the workers at the frontline. Every day is a struggle for them and by lighting up Frere Hall, we want to tell them that we see them, and we stand with them.”

Mr. Amer Ali Ahmed, Chairman CDA, with whose generous support the Faisal Mosque in Islamabad was illuminated blue, commented, “These unsung heroes deserve our highest appreciation and support. In the Holy Month of Ramazan, we remember their sacrifices and stand by them, just like they have stood by us.”

This event was a poignant reminder of the tremendous sacrifices made by doctors and healthcare workers across the country. Their daily acts of heroism, which often go unnoticed, deserve our highest gratitude, encouragement and support.

From Aalim Online To Jeeeway Pakistan – What Went Wrong?

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Aamir Liaquat is a personality that got introduced to the general public from Aalim Online, a show that featured various religious scholars. It was there that we saw Doctor Aamir Liaquat Hussain. And now, in 2021, we see Aamir Liaquat doing Naagin Dance on the set of Jeeeway Pakistan. The audience finds it hard to digest. Why? Because our first interaction has established him as a religious scholar.

Jeeeway Pakistan 2.0

In almost every episode of Jeeeway Pakistan 2.0, we get to see Aamir Liaquat doing something that doesn’t sit well with us. First, it was the Naagin dance where he started moving as a Naadin would and then started rolling all around the floor.

Another instant was when Saboor Aly was invited to his show and she felt so uncomfortable that she had to call him out on live television requesting him to keep his eyes away from her. Moreover, he insulted Fahad Mustafa by saying he is not worthy of being a host. The reason he gave was that Fahad insults his guests. He further goes on to doing self-praise saying he would never insult his guests. But in every episode, we have seen him insult his guests’ general knowledge (Zarnish Khan), their knowledge of Urdu (Ali Ansari), their personal life (Sanam Jung).

Not to mention how in the most recent episode, Aamir Liaquat kept pestering Ayesha Omar and Nabeel to get him a role at BulBulay.

Of course, people do say that it is all scripted. But just because it is scripted, does it justify what an influencer displays to the masses?

Aamir Liaquat and his performances

All that aside, these days when you watch the second season of Jeeeway Pakistan, it seems like Aamir sahab conducts the show as his own 1 hour 15 minutes long audition where he starts off by singing. He then moves on to displaying and proving himself right in every discipline. As the show segments change, he also delves into dancing and acting. And he does all that by ensuring that the guests say the least possible words.

So what happened here?

From what we can see, it seems that Aamir Liaquat wants to be known as an entertainer. An entertainer who can sing, dance, get casted in dramas, films, and also make intimate jokes with female guests. While all that, he also wants to be the highlight in general knowledge because he is a scholar. Now, here is the thing. When you delve into education to the deep end, your personality develops and you grow. You become a better version of yourself. But with Dr Aamir Liaquat, it did not happen. He claims to be a doctor and he continues with his behaviour that does not align with his education level. And this disjuncture is what people are finding hard to consume. Especially since the person we see in Jeeway Pakistan seems a step down from who we used to see in Aalim Online.

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There’s A New Chef In Town & He’s Absolutely Adorable!

We just found our daily dose of cuteness to get us through the day.

While skimming through a plethora of content on social media, a certain chefling caught our attention. Just look at him in his cute little chef attire, isn’t he just adorable?

This little munchkin is the star of the latest series by the name of “Somebody Feed Me” from the house of up-and-coming entertainment platform kartoos which has recently been making waves in the social content scene of Pakistan. The entertainment platform caught our attention earlier with originals such as “Meri Playlist” hosted by none other than Kashmir The Band’s lead vocalist Bilal Ali and their much-loved series within the gaming community “Versus” which was spearheaded by Pakistan’s most loved content creator Irfan Junejo

Now, back to the little chefling who has managed to woo us with his charming personality. The little munchkin has starred in multiple episodes of the new series in which he attempts to cook his favorite food in the kitchen. Here’s the little roadrunner trying his hand at making a Pizza

Isn’t he just cuteness overload? This little mischief-maker has so far appeared in a couple of episodes and to be honest we can’t seem to get enough of his adorable antics and ever-so-innocent shenanigans. Here’s our little superstar making what looks like a mouthwatering shake which he has named as “Yum Yum Shake”.

By the looks of the recently launched episode on Kartoos, the little MasterChef is here to stay and continue his adventure in the kitchen providing us with our daily fix of entertainment and cuteness.

All we can hope for is that we are able to watch this little munchkin stir up some amazing food with a dash of mischief for a long long time.

Haniya Khan’s Father Responds To Allegations Against Aamir Liaquat

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Haniya Khan, the alleged wife of Aamir Liaquat, had gone to social media with her allegations a few days back. People paid attention to what she had to say but only with the idea of trolling Aamir Liaquat. Meanwhile, no one gave her any screentime.

Since then, she has tried taking to social media some pieces of evidence of her being in conversation with the entertainer, Dr. Amir Liaquat. From her video call screenshots to the recordings of his audio calls, she leaked it all. Once again, people trolled the scholar turned entertainer and no one paid any heed to the girl.

Aamir Liaquat
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Haniya Khan goes live

So this time, Haniya Khan went live on Facebook sharing how she is angry at Aamir Liaquat for neither taking her with him nor divorcing her. She even says that she is angry at the entire city of Karachi who has sided with Aamir Liaquat and no one gave her any support. The video that started out normally became alarming all of a sudden. Exasperated at the Pakistani population’s response, she said she was suicidal and was going to drown at the sea without anyone knowing.

Have a look at what she said:

https://www.facebook.com/100010194403655/videos/1429139317435868/

Whatever the issue is, if someone is sharing their suicidal thoughts, that is a cry for help. People should reach out to her. And if you cannot do that, then at least do not make negative comments that could push her down the cliff.

Haniya Khan – Father

While Haniya was going live, Aamir Liaquat shared a video of a man who claimed to be Haniya’s father. In that video, he said he is not aware of any marriage that happened, he only knows that his daughter is a patient of depression.

First of all, a depressed person doesn’t go around lying so even if she is suffering from any mental illness, it is at least not depression. This leads to another point. If he really is her father and has gotten Haniya diagnosed then should he not know exactly what she is suffering from. Moreover, he also says that once Aamir Liaquat came to their house and had helped them but he left after that.

Well, this is shady!

Couldn’t this have been how Haniya Khan and Aamir Liaquat got each other’s contact detail? Point to ponder.

How authentic this clip is, it is time that will tell.

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Falak Shabbir Criticized For Making Sarah Khan ‘Clean’

Falak Shabbir Criticized For Making Sarah Khan 'Clean'
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Our public likes to micro-monitor every little thing and criticize. Especially when it is something done by celebrities or if it is something said by them. Social media is full of celebrity scandals, and gossip be it something very minor, because we tend to interfere in every little thing we can. However, it is simply not acceptable and ethically not moral.

Falak Shabbir and Sara Khan are in the news ever since the announcement of Sara Khan’s hospitalization went viral. Followed by that, they announced the news of expecting a baby. So now, once again, they are on the social media radar where people are criticizing Falak for making Sara work.

Falak’s Shabbir Criticized 

Now, we all know social media is full of little white lies. It is an illusion that does not seem to show us actually what we want to see. The video posted by the Falak might have been recorded months ago when they were traveling, or it might have been recorded when Sara was feeling fine. However, whatever the situation was, Sara, cleaning the room does not justify Falak being criticized.

Netizens React

Our public tends to respond to everything and anything. The need to criticize people and micromanage them is something that is budded in our genes. Once again, the video got a very blunt response from the public where we see people comment on just anything and everything. Very rightfully, social media is indeed a toxic place, and reading the comments take a toll on one’s mental health.

Falak Shabbir Criticized For Making Sarah Khan 'Clean'
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While some people praise him for being such a considerate husband, others simultaneously catcall and say some bizarre things that sound immoral.

Falak Shabbir Criticized For Making Sarah Khan 'Clean'
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Social media criticism is something no one is immune to; however, we must refrain from calling people out.

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7 Creative Gift Ideas For Your Loved Ones This Eid 2021

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This is the second Eid we will be celebrating in a distant and precautionary manner. However, don’t let the circumstances weigh your celebrations down. Here’s what you can gift your loved ones on Eid 2021.

1. Get Something Customised

Customised mugs or T-shirts for a good laugh are a great idea that can be a memorable gift. You could print out “CoronEid 2021” or any other joke that you like and gift the item to your loved ones. 

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What’s better than a customised mug to drink your chai in once Ramadan is over?

2. A Chocolate Bouquet

Floral bouquets may be overdone. Plus, it’s like giving more work to the other person when it comes to keeping the flowers fresh. Go for a chocolate bouquet this time full of your loved ones’ chocolates. They’ll last longer and make them happier!

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3. Framed Picture of The Good Times

Getting a small picture from the good times framed, packaged, and sent to your loved ones will make for a great surprise. It can be something to hang on to and will also lift the spirits for Eid!

4. A Box of Supplies

This idea is the best one because it can be customised for everyone in any way. If your loved ones like a sweet treat, you could make a box of ingredients for their favourite bake! If they are an art junkie, you could send art supplies over. You get the gist, isn’t it amazing?

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5. Quarantine Survival Gear

Quarantine survival depends on snacks, favourite hobbies, lots of sleep, and some self-care. You can always make a box full of these things and send them over. Something to have a laugh over and super helpful for the other person.

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6. Embroidered Hoop

Embroidered hoops are all the rage nowadays. You could get something personal, funny, or simply ‘Eid Mubarak’ embroidered on a hoop for your loved one. It’ll become a decorative piece which they can always keep with themselves.

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7. An Eid Candle

Candles are a timeless gift that your loved one will thank you forever for. They can be a perfect decorative element in anyone’s home or room. Makes the room smells amazing when someone has to come over. They can even make you feel better yourself when you light them.

Scour some pages on Instagram and get the perfect fit for your loved one.

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Pakistanis Are Finding Ridiculously Priced ‘Chand Tara’ Earrings Offensive

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Jehan Online, the sister brand of Zara Shahjahan has come under the spotlight because of its absurd prices. Would you pay Rs. 8k for tiny earrings that are artificial?

A Chand Tara Pair

The brand created ‘Chand Tara’ earrings which feature the replication of a small 2 rs coin. Beneath that coin is what appears to be a dot of a bluestone. All this in Rs. 7600? Sounds as absurd and outlandish to us as it does to you. However, there’s more to the earrings! Their description on the site helps us understand the heavy price.

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They are described as “A limited-edition collector’s item” which would immediately appeal to many. These coin earrings are described to be a modern update on a prolific Pakistani symbol. As for their materials, they are handcrafted from 925K silver and feature a semi-precious amazonite stone for a pop of color. 

Convinced yet?

 

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Netizens Are Refusing To Agree

However, come rain or shine or come 925K silver or not, netizens do not agree with the price. From the response to the post created by Jehan Online, the ‘Chand Tara’ earrings seem to have struck a chord with many. There are countless queries for its price which represents people’s interest.

 

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However, once they find the price out, they simply become incredulous. The main response or joke being made is “4 rupees being returned in 7600 rupees”. Well, when you put it like that… how can one not agree?

What People Are Saying

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There’s more!

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The Corporate World

Zara Shahjahan’s aesthetic is an old-world charm with simplicity and minimalism. Of course, we love that, it’s 2021, who doesn’t? However, the price tags are anything but simple when they range from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 40,000 for a plain jora.

Similarly, Jehan Online has the same ethos at heart. Through items such as ‘Chand Tara’ earrings, the brand is trying to bring Pakistani symbols and items back into mainstream fashion. At its heart, it is a cool effort albeit an exclusive one.

 

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The argument on profit margins and the ethics of prices is a long one that often looks like a rabbit hole— once you’re in, there’s no out. However, the brands can simply argue that if you can not afford it, you can also quietly walk away. It is what it is! The high prices did not begin with Jehan Online and they won’t end here also.

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10 Amazing Mother’s Day Deals 2021 In Pakistan

Mother’s day 2021 is approaching fast and many are still scrambling to get the perfect gift down for their queens. Here are the best deals with which you can spoil your mother!

1. Deja’s Deals

Deja is the cutest little cafe in Sui Gas society, Lahore whose interior and food are a killer. Due to lockdowns, since you can not take your mother out, choose from their amazing deals. They come with food and items from their home line, it’s a win-win!

 

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2. Chinyere

If your mother likes clothes as much as we do, Chinyere has a great sale going on especially for mothers. Choose from their fabulous collections and gift your mother, clothes to remember.

 

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3. Body Shop

The OG self-care brand has also put in place a huge sale deal so that we can spoil our mothers. You can get their lotions, hand creams, perfumes, or face masks all of which go a long way and smell divine.

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4. Cross Stitch

We already listed Cross Stitch as one of the Pakistani brands with the best Eid collections at the moment. The good news for you is that they also have a Mother’s Day sale planned! Get your mom her favourite kurta.

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5. Domino’s

No day is complete without some good food deals. Domino’s deal has free dessert only for momsSo, if your mother has a sweet tooth, you know where to go!

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6. Aodour

One of the leading companies of skincare, beauty, and all other good things in Pakistan also has a mother’s day deal in-store. Get a huge discount on some of the most renowned brand for a treat like no other.

7. House of Flowers

House of Flowers is offering a variety of deals which includes flowers, cupcakes, chocolates – you name it, they have it! This is the perfect gift to give your mother this Mother’s day.

8. Platters by Laraib x Ghar Par

Platters by Laraib is a home-based business focused on creating the best platters you can think of. Ghar Par is a small business that focuses on empowering women and giving you a salon-based experience at home!

The two have collaborated to give you 15% off on their services. Avail now, it’s the perfect treat.

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9. Bareeze

We have to admit, this is the perfect brand for mothers and your mother would love a gift from here. They have a special discount in place for the day which you can avail of in-store and online!

 

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10. InstaPMT

PMT has launched boxes that are so versatile they can be used for anything. Mothers love such boxes which they can cherish forever while being of use. Get them at a special discount.

 

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Pakistani Tutors Teaching English To Students In USA

This decision was taken by Bee Hall who is on the leadership team at the City University of
Los Angeles, and by Zetha Nobles who has served as the Principal of several private
schools. “Pakistani teachers who are fluent in English understand the structure of the
language and can better serve the needs of our students,” said Nobles.

The pandemic has shaken the education system to its core. Online school classes, where
there is a ratio of 25 students to 1 teacher are not as effective as they seem. There are two
problems with this model. The first problem is that although a 25 to 1 ratio works in a
physical classroom, however, this ratio becomes chaotic to manage during an online class.
The second problem is that students who are falling behind, unfortunately, do not get the
attention they need.

Lincoln Method solves these two problems by offering private online tutors in small class
sizes (of 3 to 5 students), where the tutor is able to identify the weak area of each student
and help the student improve. Saleem Qureshi, Chairman of Lincoln Method said, “We
never give up on a child; that is what makes us special”.

Lincoln Method is an online learning platform that helps students learn with a tutor, either
in small groups or learn one-on-one. The platform is also being used by parents who
want a homeschooling solution. The platform has courses for English, Maths, and Science
as well as a variety of customized programs for K-12.