24020026 Dec 12, 2021 2 min read In the movie Taare Zameen Par we see how disability is given negative connotations. A key example we have of this is when Raj Shankar Nikumbh (Amir Khan) approaches Ishaan’s parents and tells them that their child has dyslexia, his father is not ready to accept that Ishaan […]
24020084 Dec 12, 2021 1 min read https://youtu.be/GjkFr48jk68 The movie “Hindi Medium” is just another example of how our education system is flawed to a great extent. Throughout the movie we see that the parents especially the mother is highly concerned about getting her daughter into a top school which predominantly falls into a category […]
Despite its rich culture and history, South Punjab is facing a severe educational crisis. This shows us deep-rooted issues at the provincial level and the rotting future of that region. We will look at these inequalities, specifically in the field of education. Education in South Punjab is painted with a troubling picture in survey data. […]
24020344 Dec 6, 2024 3 min read When we think of Atonement, we often picture a tragic love story wrapped in a web of lies, misunderstandings, and a battle against time. But beneath the surface of the movie’s sweeping romance lies a deeper exploration of guilt, redemption, and the unchangeable nature of certain actions. Directed […]
Mariam Nov 26, 2023 2 min read During the Covid 19 lockdown period, I had the chance, or should I say, misfortune of watching the internationally renowned series “Indian Matchmaking”. In case you aren’t familiar with the show, it revolves around an Indian matchmaker Sima Taparia, who travels across the world to introduce her clients […]
Umemah Salahuddin Dec 7, 2022 2 min read The 3rd of December was just last week, which meant Conan Gray’s song ‘Heather’ was trending on Twitter and on TikTok. The 23-year-old released this song in 2020 and it has become a sensational favorite amongst fans since then because of it’s first lyric that says: “I […]
Sheikh Abdur Rehman 23100194 Aug 8, 2021 1 min read When I was in grade 9, I got myself admitted to tuition to get good grades. There was an Urdu teacher who used to call students based on their skin tone. After numerous complaints, he was dismissed from the tuition. But here is a question. […]
Tazeen Fatima Jun 21, 2024 3 min read One of the main themes in the vibrant and complex world of Bridgerton is the quest for beneficial marriages, particularly for the Featherington family. The mother, Portia Featherington, is adamant that her daughters’ futures can only be guaranteed by marriage to affluent men. Penelope, her daughter, disproves […]
Iqra Pervez 23110195 Jul 4, 2022 2 min read When we talk about the impact of conflict on education, we often limit our focus to the impact during the conflict and short term after effects post conflict. Many times we fail to consider the long term impact that conflict has on education, that is, the […]
Abdul Haseeb – 23020414 Jul 6, 2022 2 min read Marvel Studios, an American film production company began the Phase 4 of its Marvel Cinematic Universe in January 2021. They rolled out new television series’ that are based on characters that appear in Marvel Comics publications and recently we can see a pattern of Marvel […]
The well-known music artist and rapper, Drake, came out with his latest album, Her Loss, in collaboration with 21 Savage. The album hit number one on the Billboard 100 chart almost immediately. Drake’s loyal fans across TikTok were quick to praise him specifically for his single ‘Spin Bout U‘ because he includes lyrics that indicate […]
Asiya Syed Apr 26, 2021 2 min read I recently watched the movie Promising Young Woman, and what it communicated to me were thoughts that I have held for a long time. For those who haven’t seen the film- and viewer discretion is advised for triggering content- the film is about an aspiring doctor who […]
24020290 – Mahnoor Viqar Jun 22, 2023 2 min read Fight Club is a fantastic film and a cult classic known for its thought-provoking themes and unconventional storytelling. However, it’s essential to address the misinterpretations and the potential dangers that arise when viewers romanticize the film’s violent and nihilistic elements. Ironically, the film actually serves […]
Zara Zafar 24090048 Apr 27, 2021 3 min read Updated: Apr 29, 2021 A/N: The following piece does not reflect the author’s views in any shape or form. It is based on research and factual evidence deriving from external sources. Pakistan and its history of constantly being delved in conflict certainly does not mix well […]