Stories by Mahjabeen Mankani

Light, camera, action

Aspiring students produce a distinctive space installation exhibition which is inspired by movies

Updated 15 Mar, 2015 09:00am

In Karachi, 'Robin Hood Army' borrows from the rich to feed the poor

The social initiative redistributes food, sourcing surplus items from restaurants and hotels to feed hungry people

Updated 24 Feb, 2015 04:34pm

Art behind bars

112 paintings by 13 convicts of Central Prison Fine Arts School opened on Saturday at the ArtCiti gallery.

Updated 23 Feb, 2015 11:38am

'Sheen say Shahid Afridi': Digital artist Ramish Safa makes learning Urdu fun

Game of Thrones-influenced mugs help promote his upcoming book, "UrduAikSoAik"

Updated 20 Feb, 2015 05:27pm

'Bloody Nasreen' to hit screens in 2017

"The film is an origin story and a study of the character," said producer Faisal Rafi

Updated 13 Feb, 2015 12:24pm

The 'purity' in the industry is missing: Bushra Ansari

Bushra Ansari speaks to Dawn about the industry's transition, the revival of Pakistani cinema and her upcoming projects.

Updated 12 Feb, 2015 06:47pm

A look back at Karachi Literature Festival 2015

The three-day festival showcased book launches, dialogues and performances by prominent authors and celebrities.

Published 09 Feb, 2015 02:54pm

'Kithay Nain Na Jorin': Ali Sethi's tribute to Reshma set to launch at KLF

Directed by Sarmad Sultan Khoosat, the video features Sania Saeed, Adnan Siddiqui and Mira Sethi among others.

Updated 04 Feb, 2015 08:57pm

Rising star of fashion: In conversation with Madiha Raza

Madiha talks to Dawn about her ramp debut, her inspirations and the role of a contemporary fashion designer in society.

Published 02 Feb, 2015 10:32am

'Manto' release pushed until after World Cup

Based on the life of literary figure Saadat Hasan Manto, the film is directed by Sarmad Sultan Khoosat.

Published 14 Jan, 2015 03:46pm

Novaira Masood – The software genius earning her wings in Hollywood

Pakistan's Novaira Masood has worked on visual effects for films like Thor, Transformers 3 and Maleficent.

Published 23 Dec, 2014 02:10pm

Winners announced for 2014 Lux Style Awards

This year's celebration was a low-key daytime affair with a simple announcement of winners followed by hi-tea.

Published 05 Dec, 2014 12:22pm

Mehreen Jabbar all set to start shooting for ‘Zulekha bina Yusuf’

Talking about the drama serial, Jabbar said it was an "old world passionate love story".

Updated 29 Nov, 2014 11:47am

The first time you see me in ‘Kill Dil’, you will whistle: Ali Zafar

Ali believes it’s a great step that Pakistanis are now working in Bollywood and becoming part of successful ventures.

Published 11 Nov, 2014 12:15pm

Na Maloom Afraad's Kubra Khan to make Bollywood debut with 'Welcome to Karachi'

Pakistani actor Kubra Khan, is set to make her Bollywood debut with film 'Welcome to Karachi'.

Published 10 Nov, 2014 01:36pm

'Manto' to release end of 2014

Based on the life of author Saadat Hasan Manto, the film is directed by Sarmad Sultan Khoosat.

Updated 18 Oct, 2014 01:59pm

I may work in Bollywood films: Sanam Saeed

“If it [the role] appeals to me I’ll do it.”

Published 14 Aug, 2014 05:18pm

Fahad Mirza is my first love: Sarwat Gilani

Pakistani actors Sarwat Gilani and Fahad Mirza are ready to tie the knot on Independence Day.

Published 08 Aug, 2014 02:03pm

Emraan Hashmi is 'fantastic': Humaima Malik

Humaima Malik has become the latest talk of the town with her upcoming Bollywood debut, 'Raja Natwarlal'.

Updated 17 Jul, 2014 10:20pm

Operation 021 makers confirm Oct release, possible India screening

Operation 021 team confirms release date and says it is also considering international release.

Updated 15 Jul, 2014 07:32pm