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Six of my favourite experiences while getting lost in the magical world of...
In my earlier blog, I wrote about the influx of Turkish dramas on Pakistani television channels. Ever since Urdu 1’s Ishq-e-Mamnoon shot to fame there has been no looking back. In fact, the Pakistani...
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Is it too risky to become a Pakistani rock star instead of a banker?
My accounting teacher back in O-level (Grade 11) gave us an example of how conservative and hypocritical our Pakistani society can be. She said there are certain tribal areas in Pakistan that are...
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If Indian diplomat Devyani Khobragade was Pakistani, she would be doomed
Devyani Khobragade is one lucky, lucky lady. To say that about someone who is possibly facing 10 years in prison and was arrested publicly in front of her daughter’s school over visa fraud, is a bit...
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A conversation between Ghalib and Iqbal
Once upon a time, a Pakistani who also happened to be an Urdu literature lover, was travelling from one city to another somewhere in the northern areas of Pakistan. Throughout his journey, only two...
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2013: The year Pakistan’s snooker players made us proud!
Pakistan’s snooker players are known worldwide for their consistent participation and spectacular performances in international events. However, in spite of the fact that the sport is played all over...
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18 mind blowing quotes by Pakistani politicians in 2013
Last year, our nation went through many a tragedy. From being held hostage by terrorists to being engulfed by sectarian violence, the terror spree has gone on without any breaks. In this madness, we...
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My lover, her father and the ‘honour’ that tore us apart
Our ordeal had begun. She said to me, “What if something goes wrong? We will be doomed, my whole life will be ruined and they might even kill me.” Although I was scared, I responded in a brave voice,...
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Mathira and her 12-year-old ‘jhoota’ Arbaz – does it get any weirder?
I spent much of the last week of 2013 writing a review about the fantastic year Pakistani music had just had. On the first day of 2014, I woke up to the video of Arbaz Khan and Mathira’s song, Jhoota....
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In Islamabad: “You can’t eat here because you are Pakistani”
I didn’t hear about journalist Cyril Almeida’s investigation and subsequent tweets against the restaurant ‘La Maison’ through the news or any blogs he might have written. I heard about it from my...
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Can a 12-year-old girl dance with Fawad Khan and sing about being together?
Step aside, Pitbull. There’s a brand new way to be inappropriately close to women way out of your league! It is a lesson not just for Pakistanis but for all humanity, for all men and children who are...
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Gay or transgender: A psychiatrist’s perspective on Uzma Tahir’s show “Khufia”
Aab Tak, a Pakistani television station started its transmission earlier this year with a strong statement, ‘Ladies, Gentlemen and She-males’ It did not take long for the station to air a sensational...
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Villains beware! The Justice League of Pakistan is here!
I was talking with a friend yesterday, and in our pun-filled banter we came up with an amusing concept: a Pakistani version of the Justice League! Thinking about it makes me laugh, but at the same time...
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10 footballers of Pakistani descent who have made us proud
Despite being a minnow in world football, Pakistan has a vibrant diaspora of footballers playing across Europe and Asia who are eligible to represent a ‘Pakistani football team’ internationally. While...
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6 do’s and don’ts for Pakistani husbands
It isn’t often I feel the urge to write a long winded response to a fellow blogger’s work; however, this is one of those instances. Before I begin, I want to make it clear that I mean no disrespect to...
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Pakistani housewives and the economy: Converting rupees to dollars… for handbags
A couple of days ago I was confronted by an alarming fact. I was sitting with a group of housewives and was told that every month, 30% of those present, converted their pin money into US dollars every...
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Mirror mirror on the wall, why has Pakistan’s rowing team been forgotten by all?
“Did you know that Pakistani rowers made it to the Olympic selection event in 2013?” Almost choking on my tea, I burst out laughing at my friend’s question. Regaining my composure, I replied,...
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Why are we being cut off from independent Pakistani films?
In the last few months, screenings of movies with a strong Pakistani connection has surged in the United States. It has been culturally very exciting and rewarding to watch these fantastic films and...
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My lover, her father and the ‘honour’ that tore us apart
Our ordeal had begun. She said to me, “What if something goes wrong? We will be doomed, my whole life will be ruined and they might even kill me.” Although I was scared, I responded in a brave voice,...
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An unusual friendship between a Pakistani camel cart driver and an American...
I don’t know if many people are aware about the unusual friendship between former United States President Lyndon B Johnson and a camel cart driver from Karachi, Pakistan. The friendship can be traced...
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Isloo boys, lion cubs in Lahore and a tale of lunacy
The triad of sociopathy refers to three behavioural characteristics that are associated with violent tendencies including murder and aggressive sexual behaviour. These characteristics include...
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