Sheikh Amer Hassan is a fashion graduate from the prestigious London College of Fashion and Bournville College of Art in England. Now living between Karachi, Lahore and London, he is one of the pioneers of fashion in Pakistan and famous as a designer, socialite and a social worker

I learnt so much about Jinnah during the making of my film Jinnah, the man of style shown on Indus Television on August 14, as my special gift to Pakistan and to our nation on its 61st birthday. It took me exactly eleven years to collect all the material for my research that left everyone who saw it completely intrigued and enlightened with facts and information. I also felt that Mohammed Ali Jinnah had to be reintroduced as a modern man with vision and integrity. He lived only a few decades ago, not a million years and the wayhe has been portrayed to us is as if he lived centuries past. For God’s sake, he was a real man who is a perfect ideal for every Pakistani to follow. Almost everything about him has been from us. The truth had to be shared with everyone; these things have never been shown before only because we have been kept deprived about the real facts deliberately over the years and also kept distant from the great man himself. I cannot understand why it is so, but as I started my research, so much became apparent. Reasons started becoming more obvious, from his personal elitist self to his liberal philosophy. It is all way too different to what is actually being done to our country.

LONDON: World famous British couture designer Bruce Oldfield has in collaboration with Crosley Diamonds of London created the world’s most expensive abaya (Islamic dress).

The abaya that Bruce has created is covered in 4,668 individual diamonds with a gold weight of 359.7 grams of white gold. The total carat weight of the diamonds is 85.13 carats, and the colour of the stones is g/h and clarity is vs quality.

Source: Geo

Spunk and bold moves. That’s the new mantra of the Pakistani ramp. Models from Lahore and Karachi are wooing the world of international fashion.

Meet Neha Ahmed. At 23, she’s already catwalked in Paris and Dubai. Next month, she’ll do a show in London for designer Hasan Sheriyar. “We’re getting a lot more international exposure now. I’m listed with agents in Paris and Dubai and keep going for shows there,” says Ahmed. But entry into modelling wasn’t easy. “My father, an armyman, was furious. But that was then. Now, he’s cool about it.”

Sunita Marshall, having done ramp shows in London, Sri Lanka, India, Singapore and Dubai, is one of the most sought-after models on the Pakistani ramp. “Though modeling is seen as a short-term profession in Pakistan, there’s a lot happening in the industry: we’re looked upon with respect and the money is amazing,” says Marshall, set to make her acting debut in the play Sukhay Patay, which has been shot in Canada and co-stars Suresh Oberoi.

One of Lahore ’s premier custom design furniture houses, Rendez-vous d’Interieur , will be showcasing the best of their 2007 collections at an exclusive charity exhibition this November in Lahore at their flagship defence store. All proceeds from the exhibition will be donated towards cancer research and development.

The furniture design label represents quintessential lavish residential and commercial designing for not only the discerning Pakistani but European, American, Canadian, Middle Eastern and Asian design connoisseurs. The young brand has already accumulated a portfolio showcasing a diverse series of residential and commercial projects in Pakistan and abroad, including the interior décor for The Palm Beach Resort in Dubai , luxury private apartments in Toronto , a residential estate in Oman and home décor in London and Philidelphia.

The name “Maheen” is synonymous with impeccable cut, elegant design and a fresh look. In other words, the designs of Maheen Khan speak for themselves and so successfully no last name is required.

The friendly silver haired designer lights up at the thought of her work and enjoys quiet moments spent sitting with her karighars and watching a garment she designed come to life. Her clothes are renowned for their quality and finish. As the styles are chic and timeless, some of her clients are planning to open a Maheen seconds store. In the meanwhile, to the thrill of clients and fans, Maheen herself has reopened her Clifton flagship store after eight long years. In celebration of the exciting moment in her career, the designer talks with Fashion Collection about her love of her work and her love of life.

Real success is not rated by the amount of money you make but with the satisfaction of your clients. Nina Lotia is a charming, young and experienced hair stylist who radiates positive energy round the clock. Her salon speaks of her unparalleled success, which is always packed with her clients. Clients who are not only satisfied with her work but are overjoyed with her ever welcoming and friendly nature. Read ahead to learn about the secret formula, straight from the horse’s mouth.

Tall,dark handsome and admirably articulate, he is a cameraman’s delight in a body-hugging T-shirt, cigarette gingerly clutched, the one and only Pakistani super star Shaan.

Pakistani filmmakers are gearing up to co-produce films with their Indian counterparts and rope in Indian actors.

A 25-member official Pakistani film delegation, in Mumbai to take part in ‘FRAMES’, the biggest convention in Asia covering the entire gamut of entertainment, is already negotiating with Indian bigwigs like producer-cum-director Yash Chopra.

The team, which has signed memoranda of understanding with Indian producers like Shyam Shroff and Chopra, is also hoping to rope in Indian stars after receiving a green signal from Pakistani officials.

Yet another project with Indian and Pakistani talents has been planned. After DUS, which stars Pakistani actor Jawed Sheikh with a host of Indian names, a London-based producer has now teamed Sunil Shetty and Pakistani actor Omer Sharif for a new film. Yusuf Khan, who had earlier directed the Sunny-Suniel-Ajay Jadeja starrer KHEL, will direct the project.

“The film [not titled yet] is about three couples from Mumbai who fly to London and the confusion that ensues,” Yusuf divulges. So far, only Suniel and Umer Sharif have been confirmed, while one more hero and three leading ladies are under finalization. India FM reported.

London-based music composer Nadeem Akhtar Saifee will petition the Government of India for the recall of red corner notice and non-bailable warrant issued against him in September 1997 in connection with audio King Gulshan Kumar murder case to faciliate his return to the country from London, his lawyer said today.

Nadeem’s counsel, Majeed Memon, who just returned from London after a meeting with him, told PTI here that Nadeem had asked him to move the Union Home and External Affairs Ministries urging to lift the curbs imposed on him and returning travel documents to facilitate his return to India.

Producer: Syed Afzal Ali
Director: Fahim Burney

A Film by Fahim Burney ‘Pyaar hi Pyaar mein’ is said to be the Pakistan’s first international Urdu cinema scope film, which would be released in Pakistan, Dubai (UAE), England and United States simultaneously. A mega venture made by Fahim Burney, which might become a trend setter in the history of Pakistani cinema. Fahim Burney is a very famous and successful director who holds a diploma in film direction from London. He has the credit of directing successful plays while introducing foreign locations in TV plays. The producer Syed Afzal Ali is considered to be a bold and risk taking entrepreneur having complete faith in Fahim Burney.