Ahmad Murtaza Naqvi-21100295 Aug 10, 2021 2 min read I saw this movie a long time ago but it was so inspirational that I had to post about it. A very simple story with a very strong message to never give up on our dreams and work towards what we want to be. One of […]
25020470-Naimol Amer Nov 11, 2023 2 min read Khuch Khuch Hota Hai has been one of those movies that I find really problematic. The first time I watched it, I was okay with it, but after that, whenever I watched this movie, I could only focus on how problematic it was. In my blog post, […]
25020191 Nov 11, 2023 7 min read According to Edward Said, Orientalism refers to a “systematic discipline by which European culture was able to manage and even produce the Orient politically, sociologically, militarily, ideologically, scientifically and imaginatively during the post-Enlightenment period”. This hegemony of power dynamics between the Occident and the Orient was soon reflected […]
Pyaar Ka Punchnama, the movie that gave us the infamous “ladkiyon ka fault hai” rant and, for some reason, turned every frustrated dost into a self-proclaimed relationship expert. But beyond all the laughs, exaggerated monologues, and bromance, the movie serves up some pretty questionable gender dynamics that deserve a closer look. Pyaar Ka Punchnama is more than […]
Sufia Naseem Jun 18, 2023 1 min read When it comes to the popular early 2000s show “Winx Club,” there is a perception that it is a progressive and feminist show with racially diverse characters. The strong female characters rely on each other and work together to overcome obstacles, promoting positive relationships among girls. However, […]
Neiha A. Siddiqui Nov 22, 2023 5 min read Updated: Nov 28, 2023 Soundtrack for this article: Just a Girl by No Doubt, Rajkumari by Meesha Shaafi, Do It Like a Dude by Jessie J, Girl on Fire by Alicia Keys, Born this Way by Lady Gaga, Flawless by Beyonce, Wings by Little Mix, Love […]
25020191 Nov 11, 2023 4 min read For a long time in Pakistan, we have only seen advertisements showing women making a Rishta-worthy cup of tea for their prospective husbands or using ‘Lazeeza Kheer Mix‘ to please their future in-laws. The way women are portrayed in advertising has considerably evolved, and while there may occasionally […]
Emaan Naeem 25020026 Nov 29, 2023 3 min read By now we all know that Korean TV Dramas have taken over globally with Netflix constantly booming with daily recommendations and being rated in the top 10 consistently in Pakistan. Initially, I had not been a fan of themes of romantic comedies that were fantasized through […]
Zunaira Mubeen 2321S026 Aug 1, 2022 2 min read Dunk is a Pakistani drama serial, it deals with the false allegations of harassment. Professor Humayun played by Nauman Ejaz was accused of harassment by his female student Amal (Sana Javed).Amal fiance and cousins Haider(Bilal Abbas) stands by her side and ask her to seek justice. […]
Rabia Parveen 24020445 Dec 3, 2022 3 min read Updated: Dec 7, 2022 Swat Valley was once ruled by the Pakistani Taliban, who imposed a ban on education for women among other retrogressive measures. Between 2007 and 2009, TTP militants destroyed more than 100 girls’ schools in the region. The Valley is also known for […]
Areeba Shahzad Jun 20, 2023 2 min read The media is a vast place where whether it is a funny video, a controversial statement, or a shocking news story, the viral nature of social media platforms amplifies the spread of information, often with unintended consequences. While viral content can sometimes entertain and inform, it also […]
Rabia Parveen 24020445 Dec 13, 2021 2 min read The west has made significant attempts to adopt affirmative action to increase opportunities in the workplace for underrepresented parts of society. Mainstream media in America and Europe has increasingly made attempts to cast people of colour and create stories that are more diverse, especially after the […]
Sabeeh – 24020369 Aug 5, 2022 4 min read Laura Mulvey, a British Feminist Film Theorist, came up with her theory of Voyeurism in 1975, which became popular during the third wave of feminism and is now commonly taught in film courses across the globe (including Pakistan). She wrote about how women’s portrayal is heavily […]
25020486 Istafa Niazi Jun 20, 2023 2 min read Updated: Jun 22, 2023 Thriller and suspenseful movies dominate a sphere that continuously experiments with pushing characters toward psychological extremes. American Psycho, No Country For Old Men and Nightcrawler are just a few examples of brilliantly crafted films showcasing these characters and the discreet havoc that […]