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Ghanchakkar: A dark comedy in disguise!
The new movie, Ghanchakkar had driven me really and truly Ghanchakkar (confused) - up until I started writing this review! Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta and starring Emraan Hashmi, Vidya Balan and Namit...
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Summery treats: Beat the heat with some refreshing and tantalising drinks
Ah, the scorching heat of summer is here. It may be hot and humid, but one can't deny that it’s also the season of delicious, juicy fruits and vegetables. Watermelon, succulent mangoes, seedy falsa...
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The Royal pieces: Decadent, delicious and delightful
People say I have a wicked sense of humour. And if that’s true, I think I know where it came from. I was cradled by humour since the day I was born. A chest surgeon by profession, my chacha, Dr Aamir...
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Aun Zara: The perfect family show for Ramazan!
Aun Zara is a fresh, new comedy from the same team that made Aik Nayee Cinderella earlier this year. Based on Faiza Iftikhar’s novel Hissar e Mohabbat and directed by Haissem Hussain, the story...
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Ghanchakkar versus Raanjhanaa: Is our censor board confused?
It’s not every day that we, journalists, get enough time to spare for a day out at the movies. So, when I finally got the opportunity to watch Ghanchakkar (not really top on my list) with a group of...
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GI Joe 2: Another instance of propaganda against Pakistan
Last night I chose to watch the movie, GI Joe 2: Retaliation, hoping to get a dose of some much needed action and science fiction. However, this was not the case. A good hour and a half that felt like...
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Ramazan tips: Sehri everyday keeps the hunger pangs away!
The blessed month of Ramazan is a superb opportunity to practice self-restraint, self-accountability as well as a great chance to shift to lighter meals and find a healthier lifestyle. To beat the hot...
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Lootera: A magical ode to true love
Lootera is one Bollywood flick that seems to have drawn very strong reactions for people – they either love it or hate it – and both situations are actually understandable! As per the synopsis, the...
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Bulbulay: When a poor man’s distress is funny
The TV-show ‘Bulbulay’ enjoys a sizable fan-following in Pakistan, but I’ve never really been a part of that base. On watching its most recent episode, my face appears to have been restructured to bear...
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Who cares about the Royal Baby?
He’s here. Don’t pretend you don’t know who I am talking about; the entire world is one baby fart close to wearing a romper and carrying a baby rattle themselves. [caption id="" align="alignnone"...
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Batman vs Superman: Please don’t mess this up, Zach Snyder!
As compared to Marvel’s well-oiled presentation at the San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC), the official announcement by filmmaker Zach Snyder for a sequel to Man of Steel seemed just a little hastily put...
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Remember Zakoota Jin and Roohi Bano? They need us now.
Reports circulated earlier this week about the dismal conditions Roohi Bano was currently living in. The former television actress was said to be residing without access to gas and power and there were...
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Celebrating the spirit of Ramazan, Bohra style!
As the clock strikes 6:00pm, we jump out of our beds from our two-hour long afternoon nap. It's time to get dressed; I choose an appropriate Rida from the colourful collection I possess and start to...
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Weight loss: How I became a big fat-loser!
If the human body is an input-output system, that is, what you put in, you shall tuck out, why is being overweight such a pervading problem in Pakistan? Countless people, myself included, yo-yo between...
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Chicken Liver Pâté: Dip it, spread it – just enjoy it!
We have been eating sautéed, grilled or fried chicken liver with different spices for ages, now it’s time to try it in a different way. Yes the French way, in the form of a creamy, smooth delicately...
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The Burka Avenger: Offended by a fictional superhero’s clothes
Disclaimer: Like the majority of those with ridiculously strong polarising opinions about Burka Avenger, I have yet to see the darned thing and haven’t the slightest clue what channel it’s on or when...
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Eid spread: Coconut and kulfa dreams
The much awaited feasting time of the year has finally arrived! Congratulations to all of you brave people out there for being patient through Ramazan. Now, it’s time to let loose and give in to your...
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Katoora Lake: An awe-inspiring spectacle of beauty
Katoora Lake (also called Jaz Dand) is situated in the Lamoti Valley of Upper Dir, KPK at an altitude of 11,500 ft approximately. Most of the time, this lake is surrounded by high mountains covered...
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Can I please please please blog on ET?
Call me a wannabe or a passionate writer who wants to break into a robust blogosphere sprawling across Pakistan; either way, I am shameless and relentless to the core. I will keep on coming back again...
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The Wolverine: Everyone’s favourite clawed mutant is back!
Set against striking Japanese backdrops, with action and strong performances, The Wolverine claws you in from the first reel. The latest instalment in the X-Men film series is a must watch....
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