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Ali Younis & Ali Haider
Delectable Bites! Uncle Tetsu launched Chocolate Japanese Cheese Cake in Lahore. The PR was done by SocialInc.
Zaman & Saira
Hadiyya Aazer
Arham Qadir
Maha Hassan
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Alina Shahid
Musa & Kanwal
Sumrina Khan
Kherzan Zaidi
Amna Monnoo
Mishalle Hira
weekend | around town
Momin, Iman & Abdullah
Rima Farid
Raza Rehman with family
Sharjeel Baig
Ushna Habib
september 01, 2019 | 07
Reema Ahsan
Anusheh Asad
Zainab Cheema with daughter
Ayesha Nasir with daughter
Zarminay Haq
Rubia Moghees
weekend | around town
Usman Aziz
september 01, 2019 | 08
Nudrat Mustafa
Saira Omar Zia
Sophie Anum
Maleeha Akram
Faiza Sheikh
Anny
Seyham Vahidy
Zahid Khan
Maisoon Zamir
Haleema Gillani
Hira Khan
weekend | around town
Mehndi Ki Raat!
Risham and Omer hosted a lovely mehndi to celebrated their wedding surrounded by friends and family in Lahore.
Maryam, Sijjal, Neha & Sukhan
Risham & Omer
Amira
september 01, 2019 | 10
Nina
Alina
Alyzeh Gabol
Anum Javed Akram
Aymen Hikmat
weekend | around town
Sukhan Elahi & Sijjal Elahi
Sehr, Amira, Mr & Mrs Khosa & Mian Azhar
Fatima & Adeel
Huma & Aliza
september 01, 2019 | 11
Mehek Saeed with her husband
Zainab Reza
Shireen Rehman
Sehr Khosa
Rubia Moghees
weekend | around town
Fatima & Shireen
Sadia & Popal
september 01, 2019 | 12
Sumera & Amara
Aliza
Chandni
Amna, Saba & Fatima
Mehak Adil
Shahbano
Chanda Waseem
Mian Mehraab Azhar
weekend | around town
Neha Maneka & Maleeha Akram
Get Fit!
AimFit launched its Power Pilates Class in Lahore. The PR was done by SocialInc.
Hadiyya & Haleema
Amber Liaqat
Seyham Vahidy
Minahil Rizwan
september 01, 2019 | 14
Hira Khan
Shireen Rehamn & Mariam Raja
Samia Munir
Zainab Cheema
Tajwar Chaudhry
Zainab Reza
weekend | around town
Minahil & Hassan
#7UPPWS
The third edition of 7UP Pakistan Wedding Show was held in Lahore. The PR was done by Lotus.
Sadaf & Fawad
Ammad & Nadya
Vanessa & Ehsan
september 01, 2019 | 16
Asif & Mahnoor
Bilal Ashraf & Kubra Khan
Asma
Mahrukh
Nayab
Shammal Qureshi
Auj Wins Pepsi Battle of The Bands Season 4
And the two-month long journey has finally come to an end. After weeks of intense competition and intensive hard work, the final battle narrowed down to Auj and Aarish, who became the two finalists of Pepsi Battle of the Bands season four. After an eternity of anticipation, co-host Hina Altaf announced the winner of Pepsi Battle of the Bands season four: Auj. With intense competition from an underdog in Aarish, Auj reigned supreme in the biggest battle and took home the crown, along with Rs50 lac, an album contract and lifetime royalties of the original songs performed during the course of the season. Aarish, the ever-competitive runner-up, proved to be a more than worthy opponent for Auj. For their incredible journey and effort and talent, they took home Rs25 lac and an album contract. During the episode, after entire Pakistan had voted to make their favorite band be crowned the Pepsi throne, our finalists stepped foot in the battlefield one last time to entertain the crowd on the grand blue stage. But before that, the grand finale held a ton of other surprise performances for the audience. We started off the episode with a mashup duet ‘Dhaltay Rahay’ by Pepsi Battle of the Bands season two and three winners Kashmir and Bayaan. In what was a performance as immersive as virtual reality and as wholesome as Andre Rieu’s Johann Strauss Orchestra by the 11 men on stage, it set the mood perfectly for the magnificent occasion of the coronation of the Pepsi Battle of the Bands season four crown-bearer. But before that, the occasion also meant other big names also wanted a piece of the cake and perform on the Pepsi stage. Shahi Hasan, Qawwal Fareed Ayaz and Abu Muhammad, Asad Ahmed Guitars, Imran Akhund Guitars, Imad Rehman Keyboards and electronic precussions Salman Rafiq (Fifu) Drums and Percussion and a vocalist/rapper Maria performed a song 'Jaag Musafir' which fused spoken word, rap and qawwali composed by Hasan four years ago. The performance, which rivaled Greek composer Yanni’s in terms of grandiosity and control, undoubtedly elevated the prestige of the stage and was fitting for the season four finale. Moving forward, we meet the families of Aarish band members, who recounted their childhood anecdotes. The band members, then, also traced through their whole journey going back to Pepsi Battle of the Bands season two, and performed for the last time this season on the stage. Their original ‘Pukaar’ earned them their last standing ovation of the season and Aarish went out with a bang. After establishing a theatrical tradition on Pepsi Battle of the Bands with ‘Mein’ last year, Meesha Shafi returned to follow up on it with a performance of ‘Leila’. The word ‘Leila’, as Shafi explained, comes from Sanskrit and the poetry revolves around a conversation between a girl and the moon. Staying true to the poetic essence of the verses, the performance was as dreamy as they come with Shafi’s costume right out of a Sanjay Leela Bhansali film. Next up, we meet Auj band members’ families who talk about their stories and struggles and Auj’s incredible rise. The finalist band then performed their original called ‘Aansu’ as the last performance of this season, which again earned them a standing ovation. Now, of course, it couldn’t be Pepsi Battle of the Bands finale without having Fawad Khan perform. And that’s what he did, bringing his old EP gang back including Xulfi. They performed a song called ‘"Jaag Musafir’ which narrated a conversation an individual and time itself. Perhaps the best way to describe the performance would be ‘timeless’. Speaking of timeless, the veterans of the industry, the timeless duo of Bilal Maqsood and Faisal Kapadia, Strings performed a new original called 'Hum Aaye' in what was the episode last performance. And what a way to end the season! Then it was time for what we have been waiting for the last two months: the results. The hosts called on stage the marketing director of PepsiCo Saad Munawar to share a few words and award the trophy to the winner. He spoke of the need to produce original music in Pakistan and how Pepsi is serving that purpose. With Auj being crowned the Pepsi Battle of the Bands season four winner, they join a prestigious lineup of previous crown-bearers in Aaroh, Kashmir and Bayaan. Here’s to Auj, Aarish, and most importantly, the rise of original music thanks to Pepsi!
Photography by Nawaz Nabi (Catalyst PR & Marketing)
Hamien Jinnah Ka Pakistan Wapis Chaiyey
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A mustard crisp organza kurta style shirt with white floral embroidery paired with raw silk trouser pants embroidered at the bottom and organza flowy dupatta.
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A powder blue organza kurta with traditional white embroidered motifs & intricate lace on the daaman & sleeves paired with floral embroidered trousers.
weekend | fashion
A flowy chiffon sleeved, champagne shirt embroidered with tilla and gold tissue floral motifs. Embellished with sheesha, stones and sitara. It is paired with rich chiffon dupatta with foil printing and cotton net trouser with motifs on the bottom.
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A powder pink silk kurta heavily embroidered & embellished with mirror work, naqshi, pearls, & sitara with a touch of turquoise stones. It is paired with a fresh pink chiffon dupatta.
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Mavira Tahir looks ethereal in this super pretty kaftan by MGT. Gorgeous gold embellishments and a novelty bag elevate this look from simple to sophisticated glam.
Alyzeh Gabol
Mavira Tahir
Ayesha Omar Ayesha Omar is a vision in this elegant black & floral Shehla Chatoor ensemble. Feminine and demure but still sexy, this outfit scores big style points.
Alyzeh Gabol looks pretty in muted neutrals. The neckline & silver detailing evoke Disney princess vibes.
Aymen Hikmat is elegant in all black. We love the simple blowout and youthful makeup. Full marks for understated glamour.
Mahira Khan
Aymen Hikmat
Khuban Omer Khuban Omer sizzles in red. Splashes of fuschia & gold add pizzaz to the traditional silhouette.
Mahira Khan is a vision of effortless chic in a lovely floral sari by Rehstore. Paired with a blazer, her outfit looks so good we’re wondering why we haven’t been putting jackets over our saris all along!
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TAROTSCOPES: September 1st – 7th, 2019
Tarotscopes are horoscope readings using Tarot cards. Before diving into this week’s guidance for each zodiac sign, acknowledge that these are general readings and may not resonate with everyone. Take what resonates and leave the rest.
Saba UM is a professional Tarot card reader. Through her readings, she aims to facilitate you to move from feeling confused to feeling clear, guided and supported. Want a personalized Tarot reading? Contact her through the following, @myunconventionalmusings Email: info@myunconventionalmusings.com My Unconventional Musings
ARIES
Growth and expansion will be the highlights of your week. Business matters will thrive and progress. It’s a great time to publicize and market your creative accomplishments and endeavours. Someone could offer you with assistance in regards to your career. You may explore international markets for job opportunities. Broaden your horizons and prepare yourself for the upcoming opportunities and challenges beforehand. Step out of your comfort zone and dream bigger than your limitations.
US TAUR This week is about trying to negotiate and reaching a common ground so that all the parties involved are able to get something out of it. Allow yourself to release what no longer serves you and aligns with your purpose. Chances are likely for conflicts to be resolved quickly and swiftly. Do your homework before agreeing upon any terms and conditions and make sure you to take a decision with a clear and calm mind. Be honest in your dealings and remember that whatever intentions you are going to put out will one way or the other they will come back to you.
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This week you may receive an offer that may uplift your spirits. For anyone reason if you feel low or sad, connect with your loved ones through a meeting, call or text. You may experience excitement and enthusiasm throughout the week due to a new beginning related to your work or home life. This will surely help to renew your emotions, boost your energy and brighten your day. Show compassion and kindness to yourself as well as others.
Leo This week permit yourself to be playful, spontaneous and connect with your inner child. You may experience nostalgia and thus revive childhood memories through a reunion or revisiting pictures and moments in your mind. You can also travel back to your childhood home/city to reconnect with your friends or family. Some matter with its roots in the past could resurface. Hence it is advisable to recover and deal with that issue. Children may play a significant role in your life at this time.
Gemini This week review and contemplate upon your bondage to material goods, impetuous behaviours, unhealthy relationships and detrimental eating habits. Allow yourself to step out of any confining and restrictive circumstances. If you can’t decide or make up your mind, take the help of a friend or an expert for it. You need to realize that your own attitudes and fears might be stifling your growth. Therefore, cut ties with people who are contributing to your fears instead of helping you to prosper. A family gathering or an event may come up this week.
This week you need to attend to your innermost feelings and intuitive hunches. The answers you are seeking are going to come from within. Your dreams and sixth sense will give you the best counsel. Prayer will assist you to connect with yourself and your Creator. You may develop a strong interest in the mysticism, divination, psychology or any subject that deals with the hidden aspects of existence. You need to tap into your hidden potentials to ensure personal growth. You could also enroll in a course or training to deepen your knowledge.
Virgo
This week try to adopt a light hearted and fun loving approach in every area of your life. You may feel inspired to connect with likeminded people and begin new friendships. Make a conscious effort to take out time from your busy schedule to interact with those who are dear to you, either over dinner or phone. It’s a peak time to collaborate and cooperate with others in order to get closer to your goals and fulfill them efficiently. Some sort of a celebration is in the offing for you.
Scorpio
Libra
This week try not to over extend yourself as it could lead to burnout and mental breakdown. Regardless of your responsibilities and tasks, take out time for yourself to rest, relax and enjoy with your family and friends. You may receive a job promotion or appreciation due to your great managerial skills and team work. Moving up the ladder in your career is likely. Some of you may decide to change jobs, home or career. Work related to government or large organizations may show up.
Development and growth are the highlights of your week. This could be on a personal level or about the progression of a project at work. It is a good time to implement changes and improvements in your plans, ideas and strategies. Contemplate on your previous action plan so that you can adopt a new and fresh perspective. While making a decision look for long term benefits rather than short term gains. And don’t doubt your decisions or recent choices based off of your intuition. One thing to be mindful of this week is not to judge anyone harshly, be it yourself or others. In matters of health, healing and recovering will surely take place.
Your week will revolve around realizing your personal power and setting new priorities. This will help you to move rapidly towards achieving your objectives. You are being assured that the energy and time you are going to invest in your growth and development will be well worth it. Favorable messages and fresh opportunities will cross paths with you. You may decide to start a physical fitness program to efficiently release the extra energy. Sudden travel probably through air is possible.
Aquarius This week you may need to examine your situation with a clear and composed mind. Open yourself up to listening to the viewpoint of others before taking any action. Be fair and just in your dealings otherwise you will have to face the consequences later on. Be productive rather than concealing and hiding from exhibiting your creative potential. Weigh matters carefully and take a balanced approach when faced with a crucial decision. Self care and self love need to be your priority this week.
Pisces
This week confront your fears and worries, and deal with them upfront. Some event which has troubled you before and one which you managed to either repress or run away from, may surface again. Sharing your grief may provide you an outlet for your pain and may release you from carrying this burden alone. For some of you much of the fear and anxiety you are experiencing is in your head and not necessarily an accurate reflection of what is happening around you. Whatever might be the case don’t hesitate to reach out and ask for assistance.
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