Frankenstein is close to Guillermo del Toro’s heart, it appears, as the director reveals the length he went to make the movie. As the movie has wrapped up filming and is set to be released on Netflix, the filmmaker, in a light-hearted manner, joked, “I’m in postpartum depression.” It’s worth pointing out that there had been […]
Harry Potter’ director makes ‘impossible’ comment
Chris Columbus, best known for directing the first two Harry Potter films while producing the third, has said in clear terms: It’s “impossible.” His comment is in response to a question which was about whether he has any intention to attach to the forthcoming reboot series as a director, which is in the making at Warner Bros. […]
‘Ice Age’ finally gets big update after much wait
ce Age is set to chart its new journey in its prehistoric setting as Boiling Point — the franchise’s upcoming instalment has officially got a release date. Though it already had one, which was in December 2026. But in that year Disney will be releasing its other tentpole, Avengers: Doomsday. Now, the studio, which had got the franchise its […]
Did Bollywood copy Mannat Murad’s hit song ‘Laal Suit’ for ‘Danger’?
Screengrabs from the songs, “Laal Suit” and Bollywood’s “Danger”. — YouTube/@HarPalGeo/Instagram@jhanvi_kapoor_official KARACHI: A new Bollywood track has sparked an unexpected debate online, with many pointing out that Danger, from an upcoming film, looks and sounds a lot like Laal Suit, the popular song from Pakistani drama Mannat Murad. The chatter is less about who did it better and […]
Cheteshwar Pujara bids farewell to Indian cricket
Now former Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara waives during a Test match in this undated image. — Reuters/File LAHORE: Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket on Sunday, bringing to an end an international sporting career that spanned over a decade. The 37-year-old took to social media on Sunday saying that […]
Pakistani tigers shine in Malaysia with four Taekwondo medals
Pakistan’s youngest taekwondo champion Ayesha Ayaz receives her medal. — APP Pakistan’s three young athletes from Swat created history by winning four medals at the MBW International Taekwondo Championship 2025 in Malaysia, an event that drew over 4,200 athletes from 32 countries, raising the national flag high on the global stage. Ayesha Ayaz, celebrated as Pakistan’s […]
Ronaldo becomes first player to score 100 goals for four different clubs
Al Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring during the penalty shootout on August 23, 2025. — Reuters Al-Ahli beat Al-Nassr 5–3 on penalties to win the Saudi Super Cup final in Hong Kong after a dramatic 2–2 draw on Saturday as Cristiano Ronaldo netted his 100th goal for the losing side. Portugal forward Ronaldo, 40, […]
Pakistani runners shine at Seychelles nature trail challenge 2025
Pakistani journalist Raja Mohsin Ejaz (left) and Geo’s Deputy Sports Editor Faizan Lakhani (centre), along with other male and female participants, pose for a picture during the Seychelles Nature Trail Challenge 2025 at Mahé Island, Seychelles, on August 24, 2025. — Reporter Pakistani athletes made a strong impression at the Seychelles Nature Trail Challenge 2025 […]
India’s Jaishankar takes swipe at Trump foreign policy, rejects US mediation claim
India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar speaks during a press conference at Iikura Guest House in Tokyo, Japan July 29, 2024. — Reuters Jaishankar defends Russian oil trade against US profiteering claims. Trade tensions rise as Trump threatens higher tariffs on India. Minister stresses India’s strategic autonomy priorities.KARACHI: India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar […]
Indonesia turns down ear-splitting ‘haram’ street parties
People cover their ears as a truck mounted with a tower of subwoofers drives past. — AFP/File People in an Indonesian village watched as a tower of loudspeakers mounted on a truck rumbled through their usually serene home, blasting a thumping bass loud enough to crack windows. Loudspeaker towers are commonplace on Indonesia’s main island […]