Pakistan Today Paperazzi Issue 301 9June Isuue - Mehdi

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baby blue - ga Dress up in this season's hottest color

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travels to turkey Planes, trains & automobiles

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shan baig About a boy! on pg. 36

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new couture collection >> BOSS LADY

The queen of Comedy PG

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In conversation with Faiza Saleem, the first female stand up comedian in Pakistan

Behind the designer

Featuring Mohammad Mehdi on pg. 30

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08 Food coma The brasserie had an exclusive iftaar 10 Odyssey Maison De Lace launched its latest Luxury Collection 18 Cover Shoot

By Mehdi 26 Boss lady In conversation with Faiza Saleem 28 Paperazzi eats Featuring Mad Roosta 42 Baby Blue-ga Currently trending on our fashion radar is everything baby blue!

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Publisher: Arif Nizami l Publishing Editors: Samina Khan & Meher Tareen l Contributing Editor: Ali Nizami Managing Editor: Mehak Elahi | Editors: Minahil Qasim, Ramina Maripova & Alisa Dossa Digital Media: Nazish Sameer | Creative Director: Muhammad Asif | Marketing: Sohail Abbas 0300-4652194, Zahid Ali 0301-8479758, Muddasir Alam 0333-2282905, Zulfiqar Butt 0300-8451634, Mudassar Chuhadry 0333-8106007, Photographers: Irfan Younas & Kamran Mehdi Printed at PTPRINT Press, 4- Shaarey Fatima Jinnah Lahore. | Paperazzi is a project of Paper Magazine and Pakistan Today.

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Hadia Malik

Shehrbano

Maham Yaqub

food coma

Ushna Habib

The brasserie had an exclusive iftaar with their new Ramadan Menu.

Ameer & Nisma

Fatima, Zainab & Amna

Arham Qadir

Nimra Khokhar & Marium Altaf

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Zainab Abbas

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Wardrobe Essentials

Anush Ammar

Saira Ismail, Neha, Saira Imran & Mrs Haroon

An exclusive preview of RHEA’s debut collection in Lahore.

Sadia Tariq

Maryam Hayat & Fizza

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Aniqa Omer

Sonya & Anna Ali

Neha Muneeb & Roona Irfan

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Hina Tariq

Naila Ishtiaq

odyssey

Rida Asad

Erum Kamal

Maison De Lace launched its latest Luxury Collection, “Odyssey” at their new store.

Amber Gohar

Neha, Sehr Uzyer, Beena Farooq & Rabia

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Hina Khwaja Bayat

Aden Rehan

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new beginnings

Kishwar Nazir

Ali's aunties and cousins at Mehndi function

Ali & Iqra celebrated their wedding amongst close friends and family! We wish them all the happiness.

Ali, Iqra, Daniyal & Muntaha

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Iqra Mansha Haleema Gillani Keeps it simple yet chic!

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A vision in an Ammara Khan creation.

the week

Zoe Khan Looks effortlessly cool as always.

Amal Khan Ammara Khan

Monochrome done right!

Pretty as ever in her own creation.

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#BossLady

THE QUEEN OF COMEDY A LAWYER TURNED COMEDIAN, FAIZA SALEEM KNOWS JUST HOW TO ENTERTAIN A CROWD. THE FIRST FEMALE TO HAVE PURSUED STAND-UP COMEDY IN PAKISTAN, SALEEM HAS GONE AND DONE BIG THINGS; SHE NOW LEADS THE SUBCONTINENT’S FIRST ALL-FEMALE COMEDY GROUP – THE KHAWATOONS, HAS MADE HER DEBUT IN THE TELEVISION WORLD, AND HAS ALSO BEEN CAST IN HER FIRST EVER FILM – PARCHI.

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Did you stumble upon your career or was it something that you always wanted?

Oh it was something that I always wanted. It took me a long time to make it happen though. Turning your passion into a career is always tough but once you start going down that road, I don’t think there’s any looking back.

What was your “aha!” moment?

2011! I was playing a serious role and improvised a line which led to the entire hall laughing and clapping. That’s when I realized the hold a joke made onstage can have on people.

Did you ever consider or experience a career change?

My whole life now is a result of that consideration.

But I don’t think I can do anything else apart from this.

Comedy and acting is all I know. Maybe I’ll do something on the side but I’m here to stay (IA) When was a time you felt completely discouraged and how did you push through it?

Actually, I often have moments where I feel discouraged but I don’t let them last. It could be after a show that I didn’t perform my best in or when a project I’ve worked really hard on gets shelved or if I make a wrong decision.

It happens. And I’m an over thinker so I get anxious easily. But I’ve learned to live with it. I move on to the next thing as soon as I can.

What was the best advice that your mentor gave you?

My mother once said to me that don’t let all this get to your head or to your heart. It won’t last forever. I enjoy my life as it is and I’m hopeful but I try hard not get too attached to the idea of people applauding me.

That you won’t always be loved or even liked. Sometimes you’ll have to be tough and you need to keep your emotions and friendship with someone out of the way. I find that dichotomy very challenging.

Name one boss lady that you admire and how she still inspires you?

There are many. There’s this misconception that female bosses are not good to female employees and I feel that mindset itself becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy. Most women whom I’ve worked with have been great bosses.

My first boss Naheed Memon was so great that even now when we meet, we meet like old friends. She’s an independent woman who pretty much lives alone but she’s so badass I love it. But she’s also real and you can have a heart to heart with her, which is so important.

Describe a day in your life.

Nowadays it starts with the husband’s alarm clock ringing at 8.30 am. I wake up, send him off and if I’m sleepy and don’t have work, I’ll take a nap after he leaves. Then I’d get up and do some "MY MOTHER household chores, leave for work or work from home. In the evening, if I’m home and ONCE SAID not shooting or having rehearsals with the TO ME THAT Khawatoons, my husband and I will spend DON’T LET some time with the family then go out or call ALL THIS friends over. But my work never really ends.

GET TO When you’re your own boss, you never really get off from work.

YOUR HEAD

OR TO YOUR HEART. IT WON’T LAST FOREVER."

What are the top 3 things you cherish in your life?

1. My family 2. My husband 3. My freedom What is #1 thing that is yet to be ticked off your bucket list?

So many! I’ve a list of places I need to visit. I like to spend most of my money on travelling, not things as such. Work wise, I’d love to play someone who’s real like me, and not some stereotypical character that I’m often offered.

What does nobody tell you about being the boss?

Complete this sentence: To me, a #BossLady is…”

Resilient, passionate, kind and fierce.

What did you learn from your biggest failure?

That life will go on. You’ve got to pick up the pieces and move on.

Which world leader would you most like to have dinner with?

Jacinda Ardern! I think she’s a slap on the face to anyone and everyone who likes to believe that women are bad leaders/bad bosses.

What advice would you give to young girls out there who have dreams and goals like yours?

If your family doesn’t agree with your way of life, explain it to them again and again. As long as you’re not really hurting anyone, do as you please. But remember to be kind. Sometimes we become cruel when we really want something, kindness will always last longer than success alone.

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The Waffle Sandwich

Leg n Thigh Fried Chicken on a Waffle

Fried chicken on waffles anyone?!

The Nashville staple comes to Karachi in the form of a cute little joint: Mad Roosta. We absolutely loved the fiery fried chicken with southern sides and yummy milkshakes. What we admire about Mad Roosta is that it only uses hormone and steroid-free chickens with the freshest of ingredients.

Make sure to check out this cute, hip fun joint that will satisfy all your fried chicken cravings!

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The Spice Barometer

MENU: Leg n Thigh Fried Chicken on a Waffle Chicken Tenders With Garlic Dill Sauce Vinegar Slaw Mac n Cheese Roasted Sweet Potato Mash Fried Pickles Waffle Sandwich Banana Pudding Vanilla Milkshake 28

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Time to dig in

Vanilla Milkshake

Love the super cool vibe

Banana Pudding

Nashville Style Chicken in Karachi

MAD ROOSTA

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Fried Pickels

RESTAURANT

“We launched the brand at Karachi Eat in 2019, and sold over 1200 portions in 2 and a half days!” - Sarfaraz Ahmed Khan (Owner)

Chicken Tenders with Garlic Dill Sauce

Mad Hot Chicken right here!

Look at the serving size? yumm

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How has Mehdi Couture evolved in the past few years?

Mehdi was launched in 2004 with a mega show in Lahore. After that with all the hard work and the love from this industry and clients, Mehdi achieved the top slot in Pakistan. With growing business within Pakistan and internationally we have come a long way and evolved as a signature bridal brand.

What sparked your interest in Fashion?

I am a born artist. From drawings, paintings, clay play sculptures to fashion design, my journey is always art oriented. Fashion was my interest from a long time so I chose to be a designer without any doubt and now I am proud of it because we have given an entire new industry to our country and new generation.

What skills are important for a successful career in fashion design?

In any field dedication is the key to success but in fashion industry you need to have a lot more. One should be quite confident, powerful and social along with creativity. Handling criticism is also part of the job.

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DESIGNER IN CONVERSATION WITH THE DYNAMIC FASHION DESIGNER, MUHAMMAD MEHDI!

Where do you derive your inspiration from?

For an artist everything that grabs its attention is inspiration, for me it comes from paintings, different cultures, music and my travelling. I am a person who believes in design philosophy and always end up making collections with a statement.

What in your opinion has been the best design trend in the past 5 years?

There is nothing known as the best or bad design trends as fashion is all about change. However I prefer long jackets and flowy silhouettes as they work well with the ladies of our sub-continent.

ABOUT ME!

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What advice would you give to a young designer?

Be confident, pure, and original! People will drag you down so step on them and rise high! Spread fashion.

What is the most challenging about a career in fashion?

We live in the most challenging industry because every season you need to come up with even better and creative designs.

What helps you get in the zone when you are designing?

I believe music is the basic element for me to create magic.

How would you describe the current state of fashion industry?

Fashion industry is booming and I am happy to see emerging designer every year. It makes our country strong.

Which era of fashion do you admire the most?

It’s hard to say but I love the sophistication of 70's and colors splashes of 80's.

You are ranked one of the best designers in Pakistan.

How do you feel about it?

It’s a great feeling for sure and it’s all because of nonstop effort, right attitude and the strong dedication towards your passion and the credit for it goes to my entire team and the love of our clients.

You have done so many international shows. How do u feel about representing Pakistan abroad?

I have done countless fashion shows all across the globe and represented Pakistan in a very beautiful and powerful way. The world has a very negative idea about our

country but i felt really honored to show the opposite side of that in a very glamorous way.

How are Mehdi bridals different from the rest?

House of MEHDI is known for its unique colour blends cuts and the signature embellishments. A Mehdi signature outfit is draped in luxurious fabric with a strong focus on design with the detailed embellishments and finished in the finest way to create a timeless classic piece.

You have designed bridal outfits for many celebrities. Any favourite so far?

Each and every client is very special to me and I make sure that every Mehdi bride looks like a star on her big day. But to answer your question recently i did the bridal outfit for Iman Ali and its one of my favourite. It’s a very traditional outfit with old school charm.

What are your next ventures?

I recently opened a new Mehdi couture studio in Lahore. I am a person who believes in work not in words. Let the time come to unveil the new projects.

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ready, set, style! featuring

Maison de lace this week zoe khan sty les four outfits by maison de lace & makes them her very own !

Pale pink cotton net kurta with minimal pearl floral embellishments on the neckline and sleeves is the perfect subtle yet sleek attire.

Dress it up with silver pointed stilettos and look picture perfect.

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Shahbano Lawn by Bashir Ahmad Textiles Muse: Myda Malik Makeup by: Sehrish Amir @themakeupstudiobysehrish Location: The Brasserie, Mall One @shahbanoofficial @bashirahmad_official

Love Love Love this easy breezy formal fawn and white embroidered shirt paired with white trousers, the understated appeal of this outfit will undeniably make you stand out in the crowd this festive season. Add a pop of colour with statement earrings and embellished golden heels for a picturesque look.

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Long pleated flowy silhouette in pale lime color entailing appliquĂŠ flowers and cold shoulder sleeves definitely makes for a quintessential summer Eid look. I styled it with pleated bottoms and added a hair band for a chic free spirited feminine vibe

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Muse: Zoe Khan | | Photographer: Kamran Mehdi

Shahbano Lawn by Bashir Ahmad Textiles Muse: Myda Malik Makeup by: Sehrish Amir @themakeupstudiobysehrish Location: The Brasserie, Mall One @shahbanoofficial @bashirahmad_official

Dreamy pastel blue cotton net shirt and straight pants will give you an easy breezy look for Eid. I added giant pearl drop earrings and silver sandals for a statement look.

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IN THE FIELD WITH...

shan baig

ACTOR

Who’s your best friend?

I only have 1 best friend and that is my wife.

What would you grab if your house were on fire?

My phone, so I can call the fire department!

What is the destination for the trip of your dreams?

A cozy cabin on top of a mountain with a fireplace, a furry blanket, house music, and lots of hot chocolate would be ideal. Apart from that I'd love to go explore Germany soon.

When you were little what did you want to be when you grew up? And do you still want it?

I just wanted to be famous and successful and yes, I think that is still relevant.

If you got stuck in the elevator and were forced to listen to only one song, which would it be?

Damn this is a tough one! I think We Will Rock You by Queen, or Breathing by Lifehouse would be ideal.

What is the best advice anyone has ever given you?

“Your life is the cup you’ve been given and what you fill it with is exactly what you will be drinking”... and they wrote it on an actual cup for me, which I thought was very profound and meaningful.

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what we fancy!

From the makers of Paperazzi!

Find out what tickles our fancy!

food If you’re a sushi lover then Wasabi is the perfect spot for you. With amazing deals and delicious sushi rolls, you guys will be in for a treat!

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on the playlist

Shiza Hassan & Hassan Ahmed are on our hot couple list this week.

Hello by Adele is on our playlist this week!

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fun stuff The ordinary peeling solution is every girls dream! Made from the best ingredients and lots of research, we finally have a product that shows instant results and helps the skin bring out its natural glow.

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fun & quirky Aden Rehan's fun and ambitious personality keeps us on our toes! Her hard working skills and creativeness makes her our favourite!

hot stuff Rida Warraich has been on our radar for a while now!

Her pouty lips and amazing sense of style has got us swooning.

Kylie Jenner has finally launched her Kylie Skin products which are an absolute treat. The day the products were launched, they were all sold within 6 minutes. Can’t wait to get our hands on them!

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Tips for others Don't be glued to your phone because you'll miss out on so much and don't miss the tram as it’s the best way to see the entire city!

planes, trains & automobiles

Travelling is great fun. You get to explore a new place, meet new people and get wiser! We want to know more and will share with you exciting travel stories from a few special people in our section, planes, trains & automobiles!

Hotel you stayed: Ramada Plaza - right in the heart of Antalya ideally located between all the major touristic attractions and historical places, it was honestly so easy to get around from there as everything was at walking distance!

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Best places to visit in Turkey: • Topkapi Palace (Istanbul) • Dolmabahce Palace (Istanbul) • Sultan Ahmed Mosque (Istanbul) • Hagia Sophia (Istanbul) • Istinye Park for lotsa shopping (Istanbul) • Bosphorus Cruises (Istanbul) • Land of the Legends (Antalya) • Mark Antalya (Antalya) • Love Valley (Cappadocia) • Goreme Open Air Museum (Cappadocia)

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Best food places • Nusr.Et (Istanbul) • Muizz (Istanbul) • Mado (Istanbul) • Sultan Restaurant (Cappadocia) • Rokka (Antalya)

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what ’s happenin g!

Your weekly entertainment guide plus all the upcoming events and much much more! Paperazzi gives you the latest scoop!

battle of the bands! wakeup to makeup!

Makeup by Maryam Tariq brings you a 1 Day Makeup Workshop on 15th June in Lahore to help you ace your makeup effortlessly! It includes 2 Demo Looks, practice session and free beauty consultancy.

Are you guys ready for the most entertaining night of this year? This year Maverick Solution brings to you the most energetic event which involves battle of the bands, dancing, food, music and much more!

For passes contact: 0322-4057903

welcome to turkey AWM Educational Enterprise is back with the 8th Study in Turkey Education Fair in Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad. You will get to meet representatives from top notch Turkish Universities and get to know more about the Turkish Education and Culture.

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09 - 15 June

horoscope

Our fab astrologer Zahid Haider, styles up your stars. Find out what’s in store for you this week!

For your in-depth weekly forecast call 0322-757-5219 E-mail: happyhaider65@gmail.com

ARIES (MAR. 21- APRIL 20) You may feel tired most of the time and may find most of your work getting blocked. Also, you may find yourself remaining too dependent on others for the completion of your work. In matters of business, mental tensions might occur, and it is advised to work cautiously with your partner. Towards the weekend, you are likely to go out on a trip with your family. Try to avoid travelling out of town this week or eating outside food as it might cause trouble.

TAURUS (APR. 21- MAY 21) Towards the beginning of the week, you may have days filled with luck and respect. You can expect to receive success in all spheres of work. In professional and personal areas as well, you will be seen working hard. For students, the week is a lucky one. For relationship matters, the end of the week might prove to be luckier for the couples. Families can plan on a small outing together. In health matters, there aren’t any major issues.

GEMINI (MAY 22-JUNE 21) Gemini’s will be filled with a new wave of energy during this week, and those working in an office will find themselves focused towards their work and putting in efforts towards fulfilling their targets. Businessmen will see themselves receiving success from a new project and find their competitors staying away from them. Anxiety may occur due to excessive spending of money and students are advised to put in a lot of effort towards their studies as they might encounter problems while concentrating.

CANCER (JUNE 22-JULY 22) The week is filled with caution for the Cancerians, and it is preferable to avoid business meetings during this period. The second part of the week may prove to be fruitful for them, and it is advised to keep away from any kind of negativity. Towards the end of the week, Cancerians may be happy with most of their financial issues getting solved. They might receive support from their family during the week, and married couples might see themselves spending the perfect time with each other.

LEO (JULY 23-AUG 22) The end of the week would be a combination of success and failure. It is most likely for office-going people to face complications at work during the beginning of the week; however, towards the weekend, things will improve. For businesses, the week would be lucky with the results of profits being high for them and the efforts will mostly be directed towards flourishing and growing their business. You would be seen spending the money you save on your friends and family members and health will be reasonably good for you during the week.

SCORPIO (OCT. 24 - NOV. 22) You could spend the week in a fun and frolic way along with a high likelihood that the fruits of the labour sown during the entire month shall reap. The week, however, might be filled with tension as an elderly member of the family might not keep good health. For business and jobs, it is advisable that businesses think of expanding their horizons while those involved in jobs remain focused on their work. This week is filled with opportunities to buy special items of your choice, but it is advisable for you to pay special heed to legal matters during this week.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV. 23 -DEC. 21) This week might be filled with a lot of hard work for job holders. Employees might complete their targets with ease and comfort which in turn will reward them with incentives and rewards. Businesses may be successful in attracting new customers and chances of profits are higher this week. You may purchase a new property this week, and these investments and purchases would prove to be beneficial in the long run. For students, the week seems to be good, and they can expect a good result in research activities CAPRICORN (DEC 22.- JAN. 20) The week might be filled with problems as you could face obstacles in your work thus causing you mental discomfort. For students, the week is lucky as they will be seen putting their entire focus and concentration on their studies. However, married couples need to be careful this week as there are high chances of a clash between the two, but with the support of near and dear ones, they might be able to change this.

AQUARIUS (JAN. 21.- FEB. 19) The starting of the week might be filled with tension; hence it is advised for you to stay calm. It is however expected that towards the end, most of the pending work may get completed. Professionals might face troubles with their co-workers thus disabling them from performing their work in a better way. You might quarrel with your family during the week, and it is advised to deter from speaking unnecessarily. Though major health issues might not occur, due to fatigue, you might feel a sense of uneasiness in concentrating on your work.

PISCES (FEB. 20-MAR. 20) The starting of the week could be satisfactory for you! Professionals would have to control their temper, and business people can plan on taking a loan for their business. In terms of relationships, there is a high chance of you attending a gathering with friends and family members. Those looking for a suitable matrimonial match will be successful in finding one. However, it is recommended to maintain caution in matters of health.

VIRGO (AUG. 23 -SEPT. 23) The entire week may be reasonably good for the Virgos, and it is suggested that you shall receive success in all disciplines. For business and personal reasons, you might find yourselves indulging in a small tour. You might be completely focused on completing your work on time in general. Also, you would be feeling more peaceful with your close family members, and it is suggested that you might meet an old friend and may even go out with some new friends. The week shall also find the Virgos taking part in many auspicious and holy activities and working towards helping others.

LIBRA (SEPT. 24 -OCT. 23) The starting of the week will be beneficial for you. For job-holders, the week will be beneficial as they will able to complete most of their daily tasks with the support of their co-workers. For students, it is advised for them to put their complete focus on their studies and work harder towards improving their grades. For married couples and families, the week will be a blissful one filled with happiness and harmony. However, it is advised not to get into a verbal dispute with an elder or someone from the office.

KAMRAN MEHDI

RABIYA UMAIR ABID

RAZA AHMED

birthdays Gemini is most likely to speak up to defend you in your time of need.