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Mint
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Mint
'I am scared of these people': Influencer Rajshree More's FIRST reaction after MNS leader's son rams car, abuses her
Marathi social media influencer Rajshree More, who recently got into a heated altercation with MNS leader Javed Sheikh's son Rahil, said that she is 'scared of such people.' More also alleged that Rahil Javed Sheikh even tried to hit her, and asked her to go to the MNS party chief Raj Thackeray's residence, and ask for compensation. 'When my vehicle was hit once, he could have left. Why was it twice? My vehicle is very know me and my vehicle. So, why was just my vehicle targeted and why was it an MNS person inside the vehicle?' Rajshri More told ANI. (This is a developing story. Keep checking for more updates)
Mint
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Who is Rahil Javed Sheikh? MNS leader's son detained after viral clash with influencer Rajshree More in Mumbai
Rahil Javed Sheikh is the son of Raj Thackeray-led party Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS)'s senior leader Javed Shaikh. Rahil recently became embroiled in a roadside incident in Mumbai, and has been detained by the Mumbai Police. The MNS worker's son, who was half-naked, and appeared to be under the influence of alcohol, allegedly misbehaved with Marathi influencer and actress Rajshree More after he rammed his car into her vehicle. A viral video of the incident also shows Rahil Shaikh charging at Rajshree, daring her to file a complaint. "Go and tell the cops I am Javed Shaikh's son, then you'll see what happens," the MNS leader's son, who was half-naked and appeared to be under the influence of alcohol, said in Marathi to the influencer. In the viral video, Rajshree More also shows the ID card of Javed Sheikh, which she had got from the accused. Javed Sheikh is the Maharashtra State Deputy President of the MNS party as per his Maharashtra Navnirman Sena ID card shown in the viral video. Javed Sheikh's ID card, as shown in Rajshree More's video Following the incident with Javed Sheikh's son, the Marathi influencer lodged a complaint at Mumbai's Ambroli Police Station. The Mumbai Police detained Rahil Javed Sheikh for medical examination, and his car was also taken into custody for further investigation, officials told ANI on Monday, July 7. Rahil Javed Sheikh's incident with the Marathi influencer isn't the first time that MNS workers have come under the scanner. Last week, a MNS worker allegedly assaulted an elderly North Indian restaurant owner on Mumbai's Mira Road for not speaking in Marathi, reigniting the language debate. The video of the assault also went viral on social media. In the viral video, three men, allegedly MNS workers, were seen engaging in a heated debate with the owner. As the argument got more frenzied, the men began slapping the vendor.
Arab News
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Pakistani films Nayab and Deemak win top honors at SCO Film Festival in China
ISLAMABAD: Two Pakistani films, Nayab and Deemak, have won major accolades at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Film Festival in China, state-run news agency APP reported on Monday. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @ The festival showcased 27 films from SCO member states, including China, Russia, Pakistan, India, and Central Asian countries. Organized to foster regional cinematic exchange, the event featured screenings, industry forums, a film technology expo, and a gala concert, with awards presented in ten categories. The SCO Film Festival first launched in 2018 and is a cultural initiative of the multilateral bloc to promote cooperation in cinema and the creative industries among member countries. 'Pakistani film Nayab and Deemak received prestigious 'Jury Special Award' and 'Best Editing Award' respectively at the colorful concluding ceremony of SCO film festival held at Chongqing, China,' Associated Press of Pakistan reported. Nayab, released in 2024, is a sports-drama centered on a young woman from Karachi, played by Yumna Zaidi, who aspires to become a professional cricketer despite intense family and societal opposition. The cast includes Fawad Khan, Javed Sheikh, and Adnan Siddiqui. The film has previously won multiple awards, including Best Foreign Film and Best First-Time Filmmaker (Feature) at the World Film Festival in Cannes, and a Special Jury Diploma at the 30th Minsk International Film Festival. 'The cinema was packed, and what truly moved me was how deeply they engaged with the film,' Nayab's director Umair Nasir Ali told APP after the film's screen at the SCO festival. 'They picked up on the layers, the emotional arcs and asked thoughtful, relevant questions that showed how closely they had followed the story.' Deemak is a psychological horror film directed by Rafay Akbar Rashdi and starring Soniya Hussyn, Faysal Quraishi, Samina Peerzada, and Bushra Ansari. Set in an aging home haunted by unexplained phenomena, the film explores family tensions and mental trauma. It became Pakistan's highest-grossing horror film when it released earlier this year, earning over Rs60 million [$211,173] in its opening week. Pakistan's film industry has seen a steady resurgence in recent years, with a new generation of filmmakers experimenting with genres from sports dramas to horror and social realism. Joyland (2022) became the first Pakistani feature to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, where it won the Jury Prize in the Un Certain Regard section, and was later selected as Pakistan's official entry to the Oscars. The country has also received two Academy Award wins in the documentary short category by filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy. Meanwhile, The Legend of Maula Jatt (2022) set new box office records, becoming Pakistan's highest-grossing film to date and finding global audiences with its big-budget, Punjabi-language action storytelling.
Express Tribune
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
You can't learn acting from your parents'
Shahzad Sheikh and Momal Sheikh, siblings from Pakistan's celebrated Sheikh family, have carved their own paths in the entertainment industry. As children of the legendary actor Javed Sheikh, they inherited a media legacy but also faced immense expectations. While Shahzad has delivered hits like Raaze Ulfat and Deeware Shab, Momal's standout performances in Mushk and Darrar have earned her acclaim. On Monday, the sibling duo appeared on a local channel's Ramazan transmission hosted by Danish Taimoor and Rabia Anam. In a candid conversation, they opened up about the challenges of being "star kids." Shahzad shared, "Being a celebrity's child has more negative impacts than positive ones. People expect so much because of your background. Yes, you might get a platform easily, but you can't learn acting from your parents. In the end, success depends on your own struggles." He credited his father for emphasising hard work and sustainability over chasing instant fame. "He gave me valuable tips for surviving in the industry," Shahzad added. Momal, on the other hand, revealed that acting wasn't always part of her plan. "I became an actor because of my husband, Nadir," she admitted. "A friend of his, Phoebe Haroon, offered me a sitcom role. Nadir encouraged me to audition, and I got selected. I asked him to talk to my father too because acting had never crossed my mind before." Despite their fame, both siblings pushed the importance of humility. Shahzad admitted, "I sometimes try to throw tantrums, but it's just not in my nature. I can't act arrogant or feel like I'm somebody special." Host Taimoor attributed this grounded attitude to their father, who remains a model of humility despite his success. A legendary actor, Javed has had a remarkable career with hits like Chief Saab and Na Maloom Afraad. On the same day, he opened up about his struggles and unwavering faith during Express TV's Ramazan transmission. "In 2000, Allah took everything from me," the veteran actor revealed. "All my films flopped, and I had no work. People said, 'Javed Sheikh is finished.'" Facing criticism and isolation, he could have fallen into despair but chose resilience instead. "I never stopped going to the studio. I would go, sit, and meet my friends." Javed attributed his survival to his strong belief in God. "I trusted His power. One day, a financier gave me PKR50 million for a film, which became a super hit," he said.
