Every evening, millions of households across Pakistan tune into prime-time dramas that revolve around broken trust, toxic in-laws, and silent wives enduring it all. These stories might be fictional, but the emotions they stir are anything but. They resonate ...
A decade ago, few could have imagined that a smartphone, a ring light, and a stable internet connection could form the foundation of a lucrative career. Yet today, thousands of young Pakistanis are doing just that—building digital personas, monetizing ...
“Hope this email finds you well.” It’s the line we see in every professional message, yet for so many of us in Pakistan, it couldn’t feel more out of touch. Between back-to-back Teams calls, the constant hum of WhatsApp groups for ...
Take a second and picture this: Instead of bronzed Brits lounging in swimwear under the Spanish sun, you’ve got a group of young, single Pakistanis chilling in a beautifully restored haveli in Murree. No bikinis. No margaritas. Just designer lawn, chai, ...
In Pakistan, where family portraits are expected to come with a father at the head of the table, the single mother remains a quiet defiance of tradition. Her story isn’t told often—not because it’s rare, but because it makes people ...
In a world overwhelmed by division, injustice, and spiritual emptiness, the message of Islam feels more relevant than ever. As wars rage on, moral boundaries blur, and humanity drifts further from the path of compassion, the fractures within modern society ...
A new kind of buzz is brewing in Pakistan and it’s not just from caffeine. Welcome to the world of coffee raves—where espresso shots fuel dance floors and café culture collides with underground beats. Once reserved for quiet conversations ...
In Pakistan, the pressure on women to “show up” is relentless. Emotionally, socially, and physically. From attending back-to-back dawats to being the perfect host, wife, mother, or daughter-in-law, the expectation is clear: keep smiling, keep ...
Artificial Intelligence isn’t a future threat. It is already here, automating jobs, disrupting industries, and reshaping economies at a pace few imagined. In the United States, Europe, and even parts of Asia, governments are scrambling to respond with ...
Eid morning used to begin with the scent of sheer khurmasimmering in the kitchen, the sound of laughter echoing through the house, and a flurry of last-minute kurta ironing. It was a day of reunion, prayer, simplicity—and above all, meaning. But in ...
“Beta, science lo. Warna kal ko regret karoge.”“Arts? Are you serious? Is that even a degree?”“Do you want to end up teaching in a school for 20,000 rupees?” It’s a question almost every student of the humanities in ...
Eid in Pakistan has always been a time of joy, reflection, and community. But in recent years, the run-up to the holiday has increasingly been dominated by glitzy brand campaigns, designer lawn drops, and celebrity-fronted fashion films that feel worlds apart ...
In the world of classical dance, few voices resonate with as much passion and purpose as Momina Farooq Khan’s. With a journey deeply intertwined with Kathak, theatre, and cultural storytelling, Momina’s work is a testament to the power of movement ...
In Pakistan, religion isn’t just a part of life. It is the lens through which everything is seen, judged, and lived. From business decisions to brunch table debates, Islam remains central. But now, a new force is pushing against the edges of tradition: ...
In a society where family honor and cultural traditions often dictate the boundaries of relationships, the idea of living together before marriage has long been considered taboo in Pakistan. But beneath the surface of public morality and conventional ...
For as long as many of us can remember, “log kya kahenge” — what will people say — was not just a question. It was a warning. A leash. A lifelong manual for how to behave, dream, marry, work, dress, and live, all crafted to please an ...
Are ‘Situationships’ the New Normal and Is It Actually a Bad Thing? Once upon a time, relationships in Pakistan followed a familiar script: an introduction through family, a few chaperoned meetings, a swift engagement, and a grand wedding. Fast ...
Every evening, millions of Pakistanis tune in to watch dramas that are more than just stories—they’re cultural phenomena. They shape conversations, set standards, and, in many homes, subtly dictate right from wrong. But beneath the sweeping music, ...
