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Olympian Zakir Hussain Passes Away at 85

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Anusha Sachwani
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Former Olympian Zakir Hussain has passed away at the age of 85. Hussain was the former goalkeeper for Pakistan’s national hockey team. He took his last breath on Monday.

Zakir Hussain’s funeral prayer will be held at his home town Gulshan Anwar Masjid, Jinnah Colony, Wah Cantt.

Hussain won a gold medal for Pakistan at the 1968 Summer Olympics held in Mexico as well as a silver in 1956 at the Summer Olympics hosted in Melbourne.

Pakistan has lost yet another gem who has now been laid to rest. Both President of Pakistan Hockey Federation (PHF) Brig (Retd) Khalid Sajjad Khokhar and Secretary PHF Muhammad Asif Bajwa expressed grief on the death of the legendary sportsman.

They gave messages of condolence to the family of the Olympian and told them to have patience during this difficult time.

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Beaconhouse Sets New Record with Highest Number of A*s, A’s in O & A Levels!

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Hera Mannan
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Most parents and students went through a lot of anxiety recently, thanks to the anticipation of O and A-Level results.

The battle for A’s and A*s was very real, and a number of children and parents have been depressed for being unable to get admissions in their desired university.

However, among all this commotion, there is an achievement that is share worthy:

Students of the Beaconhouse School System in Pakistan have secured a total of 17,997 A*s and A’s in their 2019 CIE O and A-Level exams. This is a whole new record set by them, as it is the highest number of A’s and A*’s received by any school network in Pakistan.

It has been 30 years now since Beaconhouse School System has been hosting the A-Level program and they manage 27 A-Level campuses across 16 cities in Pakistan. Students of Beaconhouse have received scholarships of $95 million in 2019 while having an alumni base of more than 90,000 individuals.

Moreover, the Beaconhouse College Program also facilitates students with university placements and scholarships at their Access Center.

It is a proud moment for all Pakistanis and we hope to see more records being set in the future!

Do you know anyone whose results helped in setting this record? Let us know in the comments!

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Citizens with Dual SIM Phones Urged to Register Second IMEI Number Before 31st August

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Anusha Sachwani
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DIRBS

Citizens of Pakistan were urged by Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) to register their mobile phones on Device Identification, Registration and Blocking System (DIRBS) to curb illegal buying and selling of phones and their circulation in the market.

However, PTA has shared that those individuals who have phones with dual SIM slots need to register both IMEI numbers before 31st August or else the second slot will be blocked.

In order to register your device’s 2nd IMEI number, follow the given steps:

  1. Send an email to typeapproval@pta.gov.pk with the following:
  • Screenshot of the device showing all programmed IMEI
  • Screenshot of device box showing IMEI(s)
  • Copy of CNIC
  • Contact details of applicants

Your request will be evaluated accordingly. After 31st August, the 2nd IMEI number will not be acceptable for registration.

For those who are unsure of their IMEI numbers, they can simply dial *#06# from their number pad and then SMS the 15-digit number to 8484 to know the status.

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Mahira Khan wants to work with Bilal Abbas Khan

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Muna Moini
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You must know you are an exceptional actor when Superstar Mahira Khan expresses the desire to work with you.

Bilal Abbas Khan has showcased great talent in Cheekh and won the audience with his remarkable performance as the bad guy, Wajih.

In a recent interview, when Mahira was asked who she’d like to work with, she replied, “I want to work with Bilal Abbas”.

“He’s very good,” she added. Well, we do agree he’s a great actor and after seeing Mahira’s chemistry with Bilal Ashraf, we’d like to see how she looks on the screen with Bilal Abbas!

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While age is just a number and it’s the role you choose and your chemistry on screen that matters, people were quick to comment and mock Mahira’s age and the wish to work with a younger actor.

This is not the first time Mahira has been mocked over her age and the roles she plays. Recently, senior actor Firdous Jamal age shamed her and received a lot of criticism for the comment.

“She’s quite aged as well and we don’t have heroines at this age, they only play the characters of mothers”

It’s extremely sad that we are still calling out the leading female actors on their age, while male actors easily get roles opposite female leads half their age.

No matter what people say, Bilal Abbas has proved himself as an actor and climbed the ladder of success with sheer dedication and hard work. There’s a reason he’s gotten himself roles opposite some of the top actors in the industry.

He’s worked with Sajal Aly, Saba Qamar and we won’t be surprised to hear if he’s already signed a project with Mahira Khan too.

As for the age difference, we doubt that’s even an issue.

Mahira Khan’s Superstar was one of Eid-ul-Adha’s biggest releases this year, which earned big numbers at the box office.

What are your views? Comment and let us know.

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Hamza Ali Abbasi Declared Himself as a Proud ISI Agent!

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Muna Moini
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Indian journalist and news anchor Arnab Goswami is known to be anti-Pakistan and has always promoted hate speech.

Arnab and his channel Republic TV recently called Hamza Ali Abbasi an undercover ISI agent. In response, Hamza took to Twitter and declared that he is a proud ISI agent and so are more than 200 million Pakistanis.

“So that over actor and war mongerer for ratings guy Arnab/his channel declared me an undercover ISI agent! Let me clarify: I am not an “undercover” ISI agent; I am very openly/proudly an ISI agent, just like more than 200 million Pakistanis are proud ISI agents! #15thAugustBlackDay,” he tweeted.

Hamza, who is very open about his political views, took this opportunity to add that he’s very confident that he will see a free Kashmir really soon.

“I always thought maybe I will not see a free Kashmir in my lifetime but seeing one blunder after another of Modi’s fascist regime and the delusional propaganda their fascist media outlets are spreading, I am now very confident that Insha Allah I will see a free Kashmir very soon,” he added further.

This is not the first time Arnab has spread hate between the two countries. “Fueling the hate between India and Pakistan is criminal and that’s what him and his channel is doing,” actor/ singer Farhan Saeed had also tweeted earlier.

Pakistan observed a ‘Black Day’ on Thursday to coincide with India’s Independence Day celebrations.

The decision was taken at the National Security Commit­tee meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Imran Khan, last week in the wake of the Indian move to revoke Art­icle 370.

Pakistanis Have Taken the Love for Chai to a Whole New Level by Celebrating Their NationaliTea

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Anusha Sachwani
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Pakistan is home to 204,951,508 people.

Over 60 beautiful languages are spoken within this mesmerizing country inhabited by 19 ethnicities under 1 flag.

No matter where you go or who you meet, be it as south as Karachi or north to Kashmir, there is one common factor between all of these amazing people – their love for tea!

Maybe We Should be Called PakisTEAnis!

We Pakistanis are known around the globe for our hospiTEAlity! The first item you are offered when you visit someone’s home is chai. Even when you are waiting for your turn at an office, you are asked whether you’d like a cup of tea.

When it pours, Pakistanis want tea, when it’s hot outside still we crave for a cup of warmth. In fact, those who are enthusiastic about weight reduction and diet have also incorporated green tea in their diet.

We are so head over heels for tea that we even want the desi beverage while abroad on vacations!

Pakistan- The Land of the Many Types of Tea!

What’s even more interesting is that everyone has their own favorite cup of tea. Some love tea without milk or sugar, while others prefer it cooked as ‘doodh-patti’. Many love the strong hit of ‘karak chai’ while there are those who crave chocolate tea.

Many may dislike elaichi in Biryani, but love the addition of it to our cardamom chai! Not to forget the ‘tarka’ masala tea brings, or the joy of drinking garam garam kaawa in the monsoon season.

The pink delight of Kashmiri chai is another favorite Pakistanis love to sip during festivals across town. To top it off, there’s even a thandi-thandi iced-tea for those who cannot stay away from the drink.

Every other day, a new type of tea is being made and served all across the country, but, the real reason why Pakistanis enjoy their cup is that their tea has been made with a blend which is pure, rich in taste and quality and comes from the very well reputed name Tapal.

Tapal – The Leading Brand

Tapal has various blends under its umbrella. Tapal’s Tezdum is for those who’d like a strong hit, Tapal Mezban for the people residing in Rural Sindh and preferring a premium Dust blend and the Green Tea line for the young energetic and health-conscious lot. Tapal’s Family Mixture and Tapal Danedar are all-time favorites that complete every family’s tea-time.

Keeping our tea culture in mind, Tapal has celebrated the achievements of brilliant Pakistanis over the span of 70 years of Independence. Now, the brand is back to celebrate independence by reminding Pakistanis about ‘#HamariNationaliTea’.

No matter where we are, be it the Pak-China border, deep-sea Gawadar, Astola Island, Murre or Nathiagali, Tapal will always remind us who with are with a sip of home every time we reach for our favorite drink!

Tapal’s Liveathon to Celebrate #HamariNationaliTea!

This independence, Tapal has decided to celebrate a united Pakistan and #HamariNationaliTea with a creative, out-of-the-box idea for a Liveathon.

This year we will see people across Pakistan paint the town ‘tea’ by going to their cities’ most famous landmarks and enjoying a hot cup of tea – a bond we all share!

What a great idea!

Its time to show how proud you are of your #HamariNationaliTea with Tapal!

Eid 2019 Box Office Report: Superstar vs Parey Hut Love, The Box Office Winner Is….!

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Muna Moini
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Three films released on the occasion of Eid ul Adha and doubled the festivities this year. All three movies; Superstar, Parey Hut Love and Heer Maan Ja, boasted star-studded casts and attractive leads raising the expectations of the audience.

Despite heavy rains in various parts of the country, the competition was tough and cinemas were full with each film attracting the public.

According to Entertainment Pakistan, Hareem Farooq and Ali Rehman Khan starrer Heer Maan Ja has recorded a very strong Eid weekend in Pakistan despite facing tough competition from Superstar and Parey Hut Love.

It has been reported that Heer Maan Ja has made a little under PKR 30 million in its opening weekend in Pakistan.

Below is the breakdown of the estimated box office collections of Heer Maan Ja in Pakistan.
Monday – 5.5 million
Tuesday – 11 million
Wednesday – 12.5 million
Total – 29 million

Due to a long Eid break, the numbers are only expected to increase over the weekend.

Mahira Khan and Bilal Ashraf’s film Superstar has also done phenomenal business during its Eid weekend.

According to estimates, Superstar has raked in over PKR 60 million in its opening weekend in Pakistan becoming highest opener ever for Mahira Khan as well as Bilal Ashraf.

The film has the potential to make around PKR 140-150 million over the long weekend according to the news.

As per early surveys, Parey Hut Love starring Sheheryar Munawar and Maya Ali has roped in around PKR 60 million in its opening weekend in Pakistan.

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#PareyHutLove Leading at the Local & International BoxOffice with a collection of over Rs. 8.5 Crores & running to packed houses in cinemas worldwide !! #aryfilms #thevisionfactoryfilms #sifilms #madeinpakistan #b4u #destinatons #cocacola #daewooexpress #pepes #arydigital #arynews @asimrazatvf @sheheryarmunawar @official_mayaali @ahmedalibutt @zaranoorabbas.official @mahirakhan @hina_dilpazeer @rachelavanviccaji @salman_ary @jerjeesseja @1rfanmalik @faheemazam @munawarsiddiqui @friehaaltaf @yousufbashirqureshi @parishehjamesofficial @pareyhutloveofficial @itsjimmykhan @shahbazshigri @umarsayeedcoutureofficial @ismailfaridpk @adnanansariofficial @rashid_gill @hadiqakianiofficial @rashidsaloon @nigahjee @allurebymht @hina.farooqui @haanisharique @saqibhayatr @aarij_1 @shaan.sheikh33 @shehrazade_s @salmansirhindi @aarijmehdi @mrhasanraza @nailaa_khan @alamazeemi @setactinstapage @faisalhussain @rehanullahkhan @owaisqamar @shaibanhaq1 @mehrunisaazhar @thevisionfactoryfilms @thevisionfactory @salmanrazzaq @serkansg @nadeemnawaz @zillestudio_kukisphotography @zaidshams88 @cocacolapk @projectzink @azaanskhn @shaikhdanial @beoneshopone @aryfilmsofficial

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The numbers so far are the highest for Sheheryar beating his Ho Mann Jahaan record which also came from the same director.

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#PareyHutLove Ruling the Global BoxOffice with a collection of over Rs. 12.15 Crores & running to packed houses !! #aryfilms #thevisionfactoryfilms #sifilms #madeinpakistan #b4u #destinatons #cocacola #daewooexpress #pepes #arydigital #arynews @asimrazatvf @sheheryarmunawar @official_mayaali @ahmedalibutt @zaranoorabbas.official @mahirakhan @hina_dilpazeer @rachelavanviccaji @salman_ary @jerjeesseja @1rfanmalik @faheemazam @munawarsiddiqui @friehaaltaf @yousufbashirqureshi @parishehjamesofficial @pareyhutloveofficial @itsjimmykhan @shahbazshigri @umarsayeedcoutureofficial @ismailfaridpk @adnanansariofficial @rashid_gill @hadiqakianiofficial @rashidsaloon @nigahjee @allurebymht @hina.farooqui @haanisharique @saqibhayatr @aarij_1 @shaan.sheikh33 @shehrazade_s @salmansirhindi @aarijmehdi @mrhasanraza @nailaa_khan @alamazeemi @setactinstapage @faisalhussain @rehanullahkhan @owaisqamar @shaibanhaq1 @mehrunisaazhar @thevisionfactoryfilms @thevisionfactory @salmanrazzaq @serkansg @nadeemnawaz @zillestudio_kukisphotography @zaidshams88 @cocacolapk @projectzink @azaanskhn @shaikhdanial @beoneshopone @aryfilmsofficial

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Have you watched all three movies? If so, which one did you like the best?

 

PEMRA Slaps Ban on Advertisements & Broadcasts Featuring Indian Artists!

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Anusha Sachwani
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Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has imposed a ban on the broadcasting of advertisements produced in India as well as those which feature Indian artists.

The authority has issued a notice to all radio as well as television channels to ban the display of Indian content or artists.

The notice declares that channels are not allowed to air any prohibited content since the Supreme Court’s orders issued last year October.

The letter shares that adverts of products with the Indian flag or labels reading ‘produced in India’ are being aired.

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Furthermore, it reads that the government of Pakistan had declared 15th August as ‘Black Day’ to show solidarity with Kashmir. However, Indian ads and products were being displayed and ads being aired on channels.

“Besides, the appearance of Indian characters on Pakistani TV screens aggravates miseries of Pakistanis who are perturbed over Indian atrocities on Kashmiri brethren,” reads the statement.

The products mentioned in particular by PEMRA for airing Indian talent in their advertisements include:

  • Dettol soap,
  • Surf Excel powder,
  • Pantene shampoo,
  • Head & Shoulders shampoo,
  • Lifebuoy shampoo,
  • Fogg body spray,
  • Sunsilk shampoo,
  • Knorr noodles,
  • Sufi,
  • Fair & Lovely face wash,
  • Safeguard soap

Non-compliance will lead to severe consequences of against broadcasters.

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Major WhatsApp Vulnerability Can Alter Messages!

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Anusha Sachwani
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One of the most popular messaging and calling applications around the world, WhatsApp, has a vulnerability which can alter messages!

Security firm Check Point came across a very important flaw in the application. It turns out that a flaw had not been completely fixed and was made public at Black Hat 2019 to warn users.

Furthermore, the researchers also shared not one or two but three ways the flaw could be used to intercept and gain access to a user’s messages. One of the methods allowers hackers to alter messages.

Another method let them personally message an individual added as a member of a group. The third method allows them to change the quote feature, altering one’s identity in a group.

Reportedly, WhatsApp has only fixed one of the three methods, leaving the other two exposed for hackers to take advantage of according to Check Point. No steps have been taken yet from the brand’s side.

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PCB Extends Invitation to 20 Cricketers for Pre-Season Camp

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Anusha Sachwani
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Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has extended a hand to 20 cricketers for a pre-season camp. These cricketers include the 14 centrally contracted men and 6 additional men.

The camp will be held at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Lahore on August 19. The first 2 days will go into fitness testing and will go on for 17 days until 7th September.

Former Pakistan Cricket Team skipper Misbah-ul-Haq will join in on the action as support for the NCA coaching staff.

During the camp, the players will be put through a number of fielding drills and net sessions, as well as fitness and other activities revolving around cricket.

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On the other hand, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Abbas, Babar Azam, Imad Wasim, and Fakhar Zaman, have been exempted from the camp so that they can continue their contracts.

The 20-man camp will consist of:

  1. Abid Ali
  2. Asad Shafiq
  3. Azhar Ali
  4. Haris Sohail
  5. Hasan Ali
  6. Imam-ul-Haq
  7. Mohammad Rizwan
  8. Sarfaraz Ahmed
  9. Shadab Khan
  10. Shaheen Shah Afridi
  11. Shan Masood
  12. Usman Shinwari
  13. Wahab Riaz
  14. Yasir Shah
  15. Asif Ali
  16. Bilal Asif
  17. Iftikhar Ahmed
  18. Mir Hamza
  19. Rahat Ali
  20. Zafar Gohar

Non-participating centrally contracted players: Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Abbas, and Mohammad Amir.

This conditioning camp is of great significance. The players will undergo strenuous training sessions to prepare for a demanding season, which will see Pakistan spend 30 of their 42 cricket-playing days in Test cricket.

Misbah ul Haq, who has been Pakistan’s most successful captain, understands the arduous demands of the format in this day and age. With the advent of the World Test Championship, the PCB wants Pakistan to turn up with their best red ball game when they face Sri Lanka in the two-match Test series at home.

Ahead of the Sri Lanka series, these players will be a part of the initial rounds of what will be a highly competitive Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. So, this camp will further benefit them in gearing up for an exciting cricketing season.

As five players are already playing active cricket in England and Wales, we have given exemptions to them but they have been advised to return to Pakistan in time to be available for the first round matches of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. -Zakir Khan, Director International Cricket

What are your thoughts about the cricket camp?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

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Independence Day 2019: Celebs Go Green to Celebrate the ‘Jazba’ of ‘Azaadi’!

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Muna Moini
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Celebrity style diaries are always interesting to follow. Be it their red carpet looks, costume designs from films or simply their promotion based appearances, their social media account is unquestionably the best place to find some fashion inspiration.

While the whole country celebrates independence with pride and passion, we’ll have to agree that no one flaunts green as fashionably as the stars.

Their fashion game is always on point. Plus with the Independence Day falling on the third day of Eid ul Adha this year, celebrations had automatically doubled.

Have a look at how our favorite celebs incorporate the colors of the Pakistani flag in their outfits and stole the spotlight.

Ayesha Omar

We absolutely love the details. “From the headpiece to the lungi to the Khussas,… I couldn’t have asked for a better Yaum e Azaadi outfit…,” wrote Ayesha Omar and we cannot help but agree.

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Sonya Hussyn

“While we are celebrating our freedom, we know that you are still struggling for one.
You are not alone in this battle! We are always with you!” Sonya Hussyn made sure to give a shoutout to Kashmir while wearing an army green outfit.

Mahira Khan and Bilal Ashraf

Wear the flag with pride like these superstars! Mahira Khan and Bilal Ashraf give major desi vibes as they post an azaadi wish for their beloved country.

Mawra Hocane

Stay cool with statement-making tees like Mawra Hocane and celebrate the spirit of freedom! Sometimes less is more and Mawra sure knows that.

Sajal Aly

Sajal Aly chooses to stay traditional and let the colour green and flag do all the talking. Also, we love the bangles!

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PAKISTAN ZINDABAD 💚

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Hareem Farooq

Hareem Farooq was all set to paint the country green. “We must always aim and fight to make our nation the greatest nation of all times!” wrote the actor

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All ready to paint the town green! HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! 🇵🇰Lets not forget that this free country we live in today is a result if massive sacrifices by our ancestors! We must not forget our Quaid’s golden words: ‘With faith, discipline and selfless devotion to duty, there is nothing worthwhile that you cannot achieve.’ We must always aim and fight to make our nation the greatest nation of all times! We shall not let all these sacrifices go to waste! We must not forget our resilience and stand united in times like these! This independence is not just a huge blessing of Allah (SWT) but also a responsibility, we must ensure that our future generations be also as proud of Pakistan as we are! #pakistanzindabad🇵🇰 And while we celebrate our independence we must not forget our Kashmiri brothers and sisters, they need us more than anything right now! Lets unite and do everything in our own capacity to help kashmir! We bleed with you #kashmir ! We stand with you #kashmir! #kashmirbleeds

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Ahad Raza Mir

While everyone else wore the colour of freedom, Ahad Raza Mir decided to play the sound of independence. “We are blessed. Long live Pakistan,” wrote Ahad.

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We are blessed. Long live Pakistan.

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Who donned green and white the best?

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The Corporate PTCL

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Hera Mannan
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With Independence Day and Eid falling in the same week, Pakistanis have a lot to celebrate.

Although Independence Day has an emotional significance for Pakistanis, they wait for it just like Eid, celebrating it every year on the 14th of August with great energy and enthusiasm. Our country’s brands celebrate the occasion by coming up with creative campaigns to win the hearts of Pakistanis across the nation and inspire unity amongst them.

We are seeing brands come up with exclusive offers and discounts for Independence Day. We also see companies like PTCL who always reinforce the message of patriotism and harmony through its creative campaigns.

For last year’s Independence Day, the organisation launched the ‘P for Pakistan’ campaign, which showed a true depiction of everyday life of Pakistanis. The combination of scenic shots and traditional music in the ad touched hearts and minds across the nation.

This year, PTCL has taken a different angle in showing its connection with Pakistan. Unlike last year, where the focus was on the spirit of unity, this time around PTCL has aesthetically presented its corporate brand by showing all the touchpoints that are part of our daily lives.

The ad’s theme depicts how PTCL is the backbone to all communication activities that are part of our daily routine – be it using banks/ATMs, travelling, any kind of emergency or using simple internet at your office or home.

The ad has been viewed by audience and customers alike over 3.4 million times online within just 48 hours.

With motivational music in the background, the ad starts with scenes that show PTCL towers in the beautiful northern areas of Pakistan. The towers are surrounded by mountains to show that PTCL is available everywhere in Pakistan and connects the nation from Khyber to Karachi and Gilgit to Gwadar.

Throughout the ad, we see familiar actions that we perform in our day-to-day life – getting cash out of an ATM, travelling on a plane or train and using social media etc.

All these everyday actions depict that PTCL is more than just a landline and internet provider – it is where PTCL’s reach and network strength is highlighted and it is realized that PTCL is the backbone of all connectivity in the country, whether it is on a retail level or corporate.

The ad also displays a shot of underwater submarine cables.

There are a total of six underwater submarine cable consortiums in Pakistan and PTCL is a part of four of them. Other telecom operators as well as internet service providers in the country depend on PTCL for their connectivity as majority of data coming in and going out of Pakistan is on PTCL’s network.

PTCL has focused on promoting its corporate brand and identity this year through a thematic concept to stand out and remind everyone about its presence and connectivity throughout the country.

The narration for the ad is entirely in Urdu, which portrays that PTCL always stays true to its Pakistani roots and wants to reach every single person in the country through our national language. As a national brand, its significance is reiterated through this TV ad as it supports communication needs of the country.

Not merely a landline provider, this PTCL ad deserves praise and recognition due to its successful amalgamation of aesthetic shots of everyday tasks with its corporate aspect. For the first time, PTCL has subtly shown its corporate identity with an emotional appeal, as the commercial ends with the tagline – Isi liay PTCL bana un sab ka itabar, jin pay hay apko itabar.

 

 

Aarish or Auj, Who are you Going to Vote for?

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Muna Moini
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Auj or Aarish

With only two mega contenders, Aarish and Auj fighting for the number one position, the Pepsi battle gets tougher and more exciting to say the least.

After an intense contest, the nation will now be witnessing who shall be crowned the Pepsi Battle of the Bands season four winner. And with only one last chance given to perform and win the audience, the two bands had no other choice but to bring their A-game on.

The jury’s job is done and now the fate of the bands depends entirely on the fans!

The episode consisted of two rounds. In the first one, the bands delivered their originals while in the second round, they presented covers.

Round 1

Aarish took the risk and performed first saving their most favorite original titled ‘Umeed’. While the judges loved it, the band could now only hope that the audience would like it too.

The jury felt connected with the heartfelt mellow track and said they couldn’t wait to listen to their complete album in the future.

Auj’s response was equally magnificent, however, before the performance, it was revealed that one the band member’s father, who passed away from cancer three years ago had urged the band to try out for Pepsi Battle of the Bands.

While the band had been performing since 2009, they only thought themselves fit for the competition this year.

And it seems that good things surely come to those who wait and work hard. Their decade-long struggle and effort paid off as their performance on their most favorite original ‘Raat’ mesmerized the judges.

Meesha Shafi gave them a standing ovation and special praise went to the vocalist Abdul Rehman, who also penned the lyrics. Fawad Khan called him a ‘diamond in the rough’, while Bilal Maqsood thought the public was seeing Auj in their ‘full glory’ and requested the audience to vote for them.

The First Surprise

Before the next round, we experienced a pleasant surprise in the form of Pepsi Battle of the Bands season three finalist Xarb. The band performed their new original ‘Siyaah’ in their true, signature gripping, haunting style.

Round 2

In the second round was a true challenge since the bands had to cover songs by the legendary Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan.

Aarish chose Khan Sahab’s Halka Halka Suroor and gave it their own personal touch by incorporating spoken words. They also fused it with electronic dance music (EDM) to add different layers to the song.

The highlight was the special addition of DJ Faisal Baig, who is a pioneer of electronic sounds in the Pakistani music industry.

Auj responded with Khan Sahab’s iconic Sanware combined with a touch of some unique blend of hard rock riffs and electronic elements by Baig.

Praising the groovy performance, the judges felt they should release an extended version of the song.

The bands then paid respect to the remarkable jury and talked about how their criticism and judgment has helped them evolve along the journey.

The Second Surprise

The episode finally came to an end with another huge surprise in the form of Jal’s Goher Mumtaz performing on the Pepsi stage for the very first time. He performed a beautiful, melodic and holistic rendition of the band’s 2003 hit Dil Harey to tremendous affection from the live crowd.

Aarish vs Auj – Vote Now!

auj or aarish

While the final decision will be announced two weeks from now, it all depends on the audience to decide who sits on the throne.

The winner of Pepsi Battle of the Band season four will receive Rs50 lac cash prize, an album contract, concerts all over Pakistan and lifetime royalties of original tracks performed during the show. The runner-up will win Rs25 lac and an album contract.

Vote vis SMS

To vote for Aarish: SMS AA to 8355
To vote for Auj: SMS AU to 8355

Vote via Website

Log on to www.pepsibattleofthebands.com and vote.

Vote via App

Download the Pepsi Battle of the Bands app on the phone and vote for your favorite band.

Voting opens August 9th Friday 11:59 PM and closes August 18th Sunday 11:59 PM.

The clock is ticking so hurry up and vote for your favorite band before it’s too late!

Catch the exciting episode below!

https://youtu.be/bjSm6fMUx_E

India Slaps Ban on Mika Singh After His Performance in Pakistan!

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Muna Moini
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The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has forbidden singer Mika Singh from the Indian film industry after his performance at an event in Karachi, Pakistan.

The singer was banned and boycotted two days after the video of him performing live at the wedding festivities of former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf’s close relative in Karachi went viral.

”AICWA takes a stand of boycotting all his association with movie production houses, music companies and online music content providers,” AICWA President Suresh Shyamlal Gupta stated in a statement.

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The film body put an absolute ban on the singer and boycotted him from all the movies and music contracts with the entertainment companies.

“AICWA will make sure that no one in India works with Mika Singh and if anyone does, they will face legal consequences in the court of law. When the tension between the countries is at the peak, Mika Singh puts money above the nation’s pride,” the film association said.

A 30-second video clip tweeted by a Pakistani journalist, Naila Inayat, featured Mika performing at the event, despite India severing all artistic and social ties with Pakistan in the aftermath of the removal of Article 370.

According to Gulf News, Mika performed with a 14-member troupe at the pre-wedding ceremony of a girl who’s father, Adnan Asad, is reportedly a cousin of former Pakistan President, General Pervez Musharraf. Mika and his crew have been given visas for 30 days to perform in three cities – Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad.

FWICE issued a statement in which they stated they are “deeply pained and anguished by the performance of singer, Mika Singh alias Amrik Singh at the wedding of former President of Pakistan Pervez Musharraf’s cousin’s daughter in Karachi, followed by height of tension and broken relations between India and Pakistan, which is shocking, shameful and shattering”.

Stay tuned to Brandsynario for more news and updates.

Independence Day 2019: Pakistani President Approves to Grant 116 Civil Awards

Independence Day 2019: Pakistani President Approves to Grant 116 Civil Awards

By
Muna Moini
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civil awards

President Arif Alvi has approved to grant 116 civil awards to Pakistani and foreign nationals for displaying excellence and courage in their respective fields.

According to a press release issued by the Cabinet Secretariat, the ceremony of these awards will take place on Pakistan Day, March 23, 2020.

The issued statement reports that the president granted Hilal-i-Pakistan to four persons; Hilal-i-Shuja’at to one person; Hilal-i-Imtiaz to four; Hilal-i-Quaid-i-Azam to one; Sitara-i-Pakistan to three; Sitara-i-Shuja’at to six; Sitara-i-Imtiaz to 24; President’s Award of Price of Performance to 26; Sitara-i-Quaid-i-Azam to eight; Tamgha-i-Shuja’at to 11; Tamgha-i-Imtiaz to 27 and Tamgha-i-Khidmat to one person.

The president confirmed conferment of Hilal-i-Pakistan award on Song Tao and Zhong Shan of China, Sheikh Mansoor Bin Zayed Al Nahyan of UAE and Sheila Jackson Lee of the USA in appreciation of their services to Pakistan.

As a remembrance of his courage, the president approved conferment of Hilal-i-Shuja’at award on Dr Abdul Qudous Saikh Shaheed from Sindh.

Five individuals have been bestowed Hilal-i-Imtiaz including Zhao Baige of China (Services to Pakistan), Khaliq Dad Khan (Electronics), Maj (R) Azam Suleman Khan (Public Service/National Security) and Qari Syed Sadaqat Ali (Public Service).

Leading Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of the United States would be adorned with Hilal-i-Quaid-i-Azam in acknowledgement of his assistance to Pakistan.

The Sitara-i-Pakistan award has been presented on Baroness Syeeda Hussain Warsi of UK, Geng Ying of China and Bakhtibek Shabarbayev of Kazakhstan.

Six individuals including Malik Khadin Shaheed, Malik Fazal Ur Rehman Shaheed, Malik Gul Shamad Khan alias Matorkey Shaheed, Mian Shah Jehan Shaheed, Malik Muhammad Ayaz Shaheed and Dr Mazhar Ul Haq Kakakhel from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and merged tribal areas have been given Sitara-i-Shuja’at for showing bravery.

The president confirmed Sitara-i-Imtiaz awards for Dr Shahzad Nasim (Singapore), Dr Zaid Ahmed Al-Muhaisen (Jordan), Prof Javed Iqbal, Dr Asif Mahmood (USA), Najeeb Ullah Ghauri (USA), Dr Pavel Bem (Czech Republic), Dr Selamic Kilic (Turkey) and Dr Berislav Gaso (Crotia) for their exceptional services to Pakistan.

Other Sitara-i-Imtiaz award recipients include Zia Aftab, Safdar Moavia, Rehan Majid, Abdul Qayyum and Muhammad Ilyas in Engineering, Dr Rizwan Hussain (Chemistry), Prof Dr Arshad Saleem Bhatti (Physics, Nano-Science & Nanotechnology), Prof Dr Ayub Sabir (Education), Dr Kamran Vasfy (Medicine/Destist), Asrar Ahmad (Ibne Safi) (late) (Literature), Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani (Public Service), Allam Razi Jafar Haqvi (Public Service), Muhammad Javed Afridi (Public Service) and Justice (Retd) Nasira Iqbal (Public Service).

Ahmedullah and Rehan Hassan would also be acknowledged by this award for being the highest taxpayers.

President’s Award for Pride of Performance would be bestowed on Syed Farman Hussain (Chemistry), Muhammad Haroon, (Mining), Muhammad Farooq, (Physics), Dr Liaqat Ali, (Nuclear), Dr Shabana Waseem (Chemistry), Nisar Hussain Chughtai, (Engineering), Dr Muhammad Hammad Asghar, (Physics), Jawaid Ahmad Siddiqui, (Electronics), Mirza Rizwan Baig, (Physics), Dr Sara Qaiser (Chemistry), Javed Ahmed (Mechnical), Tahir Mahmood Hayat (Engineering), Naseem Akhtar of Gujrat (Embroidered complete Qura’an), Dr Zulfiqar Ali Qureshi (Music), Fazal Abbas Jutt (Singing), Ghulam Abbas (Music), Waris Baig (Singing) Saien Zahoor Ahmed (Singing), Raheela Khanam alias Deeba Khanum (Acting), Dr Musarrat Hassan (Painting), Ustad Khursheed Hussain (Tabla Nawaz), Ustad Abu Muhammad Qawal (Qawwali), Ghulam Mohiuddin (Acting), Sahir Ali Bagga (Singing), Hassan Sadpara (late) (Mountaineer) and Master Ayub (Public Service).

The president conferred Tamgha-i-Shuja’at on Shah Gul Hayat, Muhammad Zakriya, Muhammad Asif Bhatti, Zahid Ullah, Muhammad Naveed Akhtar, Amjad Hussain, Rana Tariq Mahmood Chohan, Salah Ahmed, Ahmed Raza, Saqib Hassan and Muhammad Tahir.

Sitara-i-Quaid-i-Azam award would be awarded to Lee Rhiannon (Australia), Karin Zoeter (Belgium), Yasmin Qureshi (UK), Rehman Chishti (UK), Ali Sahin (Turkey), Muhammad Balta (Turkey), Lord Qurban Hussain (UK) and Abdulla Saeed Al-Ghfeli (UAE) for their services to Pakistan.

Among those who were given Tamgha-i-Imtiaz are Khalid Mehboob (Services to Pakistan), Prof Dr Ibrahim Muhammad Ibrahim Al-Sayed (Egypt) (Services to Pakistan), Dr Faeza Imtiaz (Chemistry), Dr Muhammad Farooq Zafar (Metallurgy/ Material), Mohsin Ali (Mechanical), Sajid Mahmood (Metallurgy/ Material), Muhammad Farooq Mirza (Engineering), Lt. Col. (Retd) Syed Taqi Ahmed (Engineering), Dr Shahnaz Perveen (Chemistry) Yousaf Saleem (Academic Distinction), Rizwan Beg (Fashion Designer), Naeem Pasha (Architect/Painting), Faqeero (Sculpture), Kaeiser Beg (Mosaics Work), Syed Zabeeb Masood Shah (Na’at Khawani), Sanam Marvi (Music), Fehmeda Riaz (late) (Poetry), Malik Fida-ur-Rehman (Journalism), Muhammad Usman (late) (Public Service), Fariha Razak (late) (Public Service), Sabeen Shah (Public Service), Khalid Mahmood (Public Service), Ijaz Ahmad (Public Service), Prof Dr Syed Muhammad Tariq Rafi (Education), Muhammad Akhtar Chaudhry (Public Service), Dr M Salah-ud-Din Mengal (Social Services) and Kamran Lashari (Public Service).

Dr Marian Jane Morrison of UK has been presented Tamgha-i-Khidmat in recognition of services to Pakistan.

Superstar Full Movie Review: A Tale of True Love & Wishful Dreams

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Omair Alavi
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Superstar Full Movie Review

There are films that inspire and films that lead, and then there is Superstar that does both. Mahira Khan’s latest is probably her best work so far, even better than Raees.

Not only does she manage to strike chemistry with a fellow actor who isn’t named Fawad Khan but also raise the bar at a time when people were criticizing her for ‘personal’ reasons.

She neither looks old in the movie (as per Firdous Jamal’s assessment) nor looks wooden (as per super over actor Nadia Khan’s unwanted comment), letting her performance do the talking.

Add Bilal Ashraf and Nadeem Baig into the frame and you get a flick that will not only dominate the box office in Pakistan but also internationally, such as the following of these actors.

Synopsis

Its love at first sight for Superstar Sameer Khan (Bilal Ashraf) who falls in love with upcoming actress Noor (Mahira Khan). However, things take a bad turn when he decides to go for greener pastures and leaves his love, friends, and family behind.

How he ends up in Agha Jaan’s (Nadeem Baig) theatre and does his efforts to get back Noor bear any fruit, watch Superstar and find out the answers.

Analysis

Fans of Mahira Khan would love the film because it revolves around her; in fact, when Azaan Sami Khan was writing the script he had her in mind all along. Bilal Ashraf does an amazing job as the leading man who can act, dance and romance at the same time.

His fans were expecting him to do a good job but he surprises them all with a superlative performance. Then there are veterans Nadeem Baig, Jawed Sheikh and Marina Khan who make the audience laugh and cry; in fact, they keep the narrative flowing without looking out of place.

The film also introduces Ehteshamuddin to the world of cinema even though he had been making short films for a long time.

The arrival of Mustafa Afridi as a writer is a breath of fresh air because if anyone can write powerful dialogues, Mustafa Afridi is his name. However, it is the young Azaan Sami Khan who excels as the story & screenplay writer, music director and background scorer of the film.

He uses all his training both at home and under his father Adnan Sami Khan to come up with one of the best soundtracks of recent times. Kudos to the producers for sticking to his version and coming up with a film that steers Pakistan’s film industry into the right direction.

The Verdict

Score: 4/5

Superstar is one of the few Pakistani flicks that the whole family can enjoy; there is nothing cheap or vulgar, be it in the songs, dialogues or even in the story. It’s a family entertainer that entertains, and at a time when Pakistani cinema needs good content, it comes out as the best.

This might be Momina Duraid’s third film after Bin Roye and Parwaaz Hai Junoon but it is the most complete, the most well-directed and above all, the most well-shot film from M & D Films. In fact, no review would be complete without the mention of Khizar Idrees the cinematographer who has done a commendable job.

Watch it for the chemistry of Mahira Khan and Bilal Ashraf, for Nadeem Baig’s atypical performance, for Jawed Sheikh’s different take on family and Ali Kazmi’s bromance with Bilal Ashraf. You will not regret it!

This was first published on VeryFilmi.com

Eid ul Adha 2019: 5 Spa & Salon Deals in Karachi that You Must NOT Miss!

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Muna Moini
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eid ul adha 2019

Who says Eid ul Adha is only for grooming your sacrificial animal and there’s nothing for women to look pretty for? What about the barbecue parties that you have to attend following the religious ritual?

This is probably that one time of the year when most men put their chef’s cap on and take control of the grill and spatula while women just socialize, relax and enjoy.

To make sure the ladies are well pampered, Spas and Salons in Karachi have come up with some really exciting deals and discounts.

So, if you’re residing in Karachi, here are 5 Salon and Spa deals you just cannot afford to miss:

Raintree Spa

Are you suffering from hair issues? Now is the time to get shiny looking hair with Raintree’s Keratin Treatment. What’s even better is that you can avail hair glossing or haircut completely free.

Sephorah Salon

Sephorah offers a wide variety of Eid deals that you can choose from. Get haircuts, manicures, pedicures, or facials at very discounted prices and steal the spotlight at every party.

Mona J Spa & Salon

Relax, unwind and get yourself pampered with the first-ever Turkish hammam deal. The package includes crystal white Turkish Hammam, full body scrubbing, pressure point massage, honey treatment, whitening mask, hair wash, oiling and blow-dry. WOW!

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Neelo’s Spa and Salon

You must not miss out on Neelo’s Spa and Salon’s fabulous deals available on Chand Raat and Eid! From hair to face and hands to feet, they have all your skincare and grooming needs covered

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Posted by Neelo's Salon & Spa on Monday, 5 August 2019

Blush Salon and Spa

Enjoy big savings on all your beauty needs this Eid ul Adha at Blush with their amazing deals! Book your appointment now and look beautiful!

So which deal excites you the most? Comment below and let us know.

World Tourism Forum 2020 will be held in Pakistan

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Muna Moini
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Tourism is seen as a great tool for development as it stimulates economic activities in a country. For the very reason, the government of Pakistan has been taking great initiatives to revive and promote tourism in the nation.

‘The government was making all-out efforts for promotion of tourism in the country and new tourist resorts would be developed in coastal areas of Balochistan, said Prime Minister Imran Khan on Friday talking to a delegation of World Tourism Forum, led by President of the Forum’s Executive Board Bulut Bagci in Islamabad.

The premier further said there was great potential in different areas of tourism in the country, which was being exploited.

He explained to the visitors that eight new tourism resorts would be developed in eight coastal areas in Balochistan. He stressed that natural beauty, social values and environmental protection should be ensured for the promotion of tourism.

Imran Khan also said that the previous governments failed to pay attention to tourism.

The World Tourism Forum 2020 will be held in Pakistan and over 1,000 foreigners would be attending the five-day proceedings of the event.

ACF Animal Rescue Claims Edhi is NOT Giving Animals a Good Home!

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Muna Moini
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edhi animal shelter

ACF (Ayesha Chundrigar Foundation) is a non-profit organization in Karachi rescuing and rehabilitating stray injured animals and working with other marginalized communities that society normally ignores.

Recently, after news regarding Edhi’s new drive to catch stray dogs went viral, ACF claimed that ‘this is just a PR stunt to justify murder’.

Speaking to Brandsynario, an Edhi representative had said that these stray dogs causing threat will be taken to the animal shelter where they shall be provided with the required aid. However, ACF does not believe that it’s true.

“The Edhi shelter is like a hell-hole/graveyard. We know because we have been incessantly trying to urge them to help us fix it. Or shut it down. We are not the only ones. Any animal lover who is aware of the Edhi shelter can support this statement. ACF started from that shelter and left due to the inhumane way the animals and workers are treated,” the organisation wrote.

They further claimed: “Either the dogs will starve to death there behind a closed gate (we know these dogs are not being taken there) or these dogs are being killed (poisoned or shot) in a secret location due to the backlash KMC and CBC and these inhumane agencies are receiving. Or these dogs are being sold for their meat.”

The organisation wrote a long post defending and explaining their case.

While many animal lovers supported ACF, others refuse to listen to anything against the Edhi foundation. The Founder, Director, CEO at ACF Animal Rescue, Ayesha Chundrigar was bashed and labelled ‘burger’

“Who knew being a decent, moral human being standing up for what is right is considered ‘burger’ or new age?” she questioned in response.

What are your thoughts regarding the issue? Have you visited the Edhi animal shelter?

If you have any knowledge regarding the matter, do comment and let us know.

HABIBMETRO’s ‘Badlo Bartao’ Independence Campaign Urges us to be Better Pakistanis All-Year Round

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Muna Moini
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habib metro badlo bartao

With Independence Day approaching, there are a lot of socially relevant messages in the form of commercials and promotional campaigns that have been released.

While all aim to evoke patriotism in us, some manage to stand out and create a much greater impact. Synergy Dentsu’s latest campaign for HABIBMETRO is one such example.

The message is simple and easily understood by all, however, not many seem to implement it.

A country is only as good or as bad as the people residing in it since the state of a country reflects the affairs of its citizens.

Despite knowing that, it’s sad to see that Pakistanis have a history of dumping responsibilities and pointing fingers when faced with civic issues.

Synergy Dentsu’s latest campaign for Habib Metro presents the concept of ‘Badlo Bartao’ which means that we as individuals have a responsibility too. Instead of blaming everything on the system, we must change our mindset and take charge.

We’re free to take actions for the betterment of the country and there’s absolutely no one who is stopping us. The truth is that we’ve gotten used to whine about things that we have the power to change and that is a problem.

To promote the idea, a fresh generation was chosen from different educational and rehabilitation institutions to be cast in the film. As the country turns a year older, their chants chime as the sound of hope.

We are a free nation; free to do everything.

Social Media Reactions

Here are a few social media reactions:

We’re Pakistanis all year round!

“Badlainge ham tou badlega Pakistan, tou ao #BadloBartao”

The concept to include differently-abled has become an instant winner!

Every action matters!

Isn’t it a brilliant campaign? Our freedom and patriotism are not limited to one day. We are free 365 days a year to initiate the change we wish to see in Pakistan.

What is more interesting is that every child in the video comes from a special organization that has helped build a united Pakistan. Moreover, HABIBMETRO is a strong supporter of the organizations giving a helping hand to those who deserve it.

Watch the Full Video Below:

https://youtu.be/DtZkrBv9WUo

So what are you going to do to make Pakistan a better place? Comment and let us know.

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