Drama Review: Sang-e-Mah starts with a powerful storyline!
Sang-e-Mah starts with a bang!
Sang-e-Mah kicked off with a bang, thanks to Mustafa Afridi (writer of Sang-e-Marmar), Saife Hassan’s direction, and Momina Duraid’s production. The first episode alone promised a fascinating tale including some really interesting and never-before-seen characters. The thing that stood out the most was how the team produced an entirely separate ambiance that didn’t even somewhat resemble Sang-e-Marmar, despite the fact that many renowned performers appeared in both films. The first episode laid the groundwork for what’s to come, and we can’t wait to see what’s next!
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Sang-e-Mah drama review
The first episode starts with Hilmand (Atif Aslam) and Hikmat (Zaviyar Nauman) who are the children of Haji Marjan Khan (Nauman Ejaz) and Zarsanga (Samiya Mumtaz). Hikmat (Zaviyar) the youngest and most likely the most well-liked child, has a very straightforward outlook on life.
The eldest Hilmand, on the other hand, is indifferent to the world around him and isn’t afraid to let others know where he stands and how he approaches things. Marjan, as a respected member of the tribe, has a say in problems affecting the tribe’s members, but the only person over whom he has no authority is his own son Hilmand. It was fascinating to see how both Marjan and Hilmand were pitted against each other, with Marjan losing in front of his own child. Whereas, Zarghona (Sania Saeed) has abandoned her tribe and gone her own way. Gulmeena (Hania Aamir) is her only child, and she is a single mother.
Sang-e-Mah family disputes!
Gulmeena (Hania Aamir) is in love with Hikmat. Despite being sisters, Zarghona and Zarsanga are not on speaking terms. The couple believes they are capable of marrying each other. The couple’s exchanges demonstrate that they both believe they can persuade their parents.
Zarghona also has a personal assistant, Badaam Gul (Hassan Noman), who will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in the plot. His little introduction revealed that he was capable of much more and that he knew his tribe quite well.
Due to the large cast, we were also introduced to Harshali (Najiba Faiz) and his fiancée (Omair Rana). They are both members of the Sikh faith, and they have been engaged for 20 years but have yet to marry. Their introduction was quick, but there would be a link to Marjan Khan, which we shall discover later.
Final Verdict
The first episode of Sang-e-Mah is jam-packed with details that will be revealed in subsequent episodes. However, the on-screen relationship between Gulmeena and Hikmat will be discussed in the coming days among fans. As the son of Naumaan Ejaz, Zaviyar is showcasing his acting chops, while Hania Aamir is already a fan favorite. Kubra Khan’s entrance as a journalist is a welcome addition. We’ll have to wait and see how she interacts with Hilmand Khan. In Bol, Atif Aslam’s performance was brief, but this time he will be seen as a true actor. Until now, he has been slaying every frame with his dialogue delivery and expressions.
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Humayun Saeed to star in Netflix’s ‘The Crown’ as Dr. Hasnat Khan
Humayun Saeed in Netflix’s The Crown!
While the actor Humayun Saeed has been silent and the show’s official pages have remained silent, social media is buzzing with rumors that he’ll be playing Pakistani surgeon Dr. Hasnat Khan, whom the late Princess Diana was rumored to adore.
“BIG BREAKING: Can confirm that our very own Humayun Saeed will star in the next season of Netflix’s The Crown,” senior journalist Hasan Zaidi tweeted. “He’ll play Dr. Hasnat Khan, Lady Diana’s claimed ‘true love,’ whom she reportedly referred to as ‘Mr. Wonderful.'”
He also stated that gossip is rampant and that the series publicist has already confirmed the cast’s announcement, which includes Humayun Saeed.
Mahira Khan, Saeed’s Bin Roye co-star, too seemed to know about the big reveal, tweets!
Saeed would be the first Pakistani actor to be cast in a Netflix original, according to journalist Hassan Choudary.
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Moreover, he also shot down rumors that Fawad Khan, the Bollywood superstar, would be joining the famous show.
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Who is Dr. Hasnat?
Hasnat Ahmad Khan, FRCS is a heart and lung surgeon who is British and Pakistani. From 1995 until 1997, he was famous for his romantic relationship with Diana, Princess of Wales.
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Friday Flix Series of the Week: Emily in Paris
All I hear these days is Emily’s wave of trends that she brought with her to Paris. One of my friends ended up getting a bunch of Emily in Paris-inspired clothing from overseas, which I am not surprised about because they look great. Is this series, however, solely about style and Parisian fashion? In today’s Friday Flix, we’ll find out!
Emily in Paris cast
Emily in Paris is an American comedy-drama streaming television series created by Darren Star for Netflix. The cast included the famous singer Phil Collins’s daughter Lily Collins as the main lead. Additional cast includes Ashley Park, Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Kate Walsh, Lucas Bravo, Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery, Camille Razat, William Abadie, and Charley Fouquet.
Emily in Paris storyline
Emily in Paris follows Emily, a motivated 20-year-old Chicagoan who relocates to Paris for its unexpected career opportunity. She’s been assigned the duty of bringing an American perspective to a venerable French marketing agency. As she adjusts to the challenges of living in Paris while juggling her career, new friendships, and romantic life, cultures collision due to her mundane and boring Midwestern US life.
Emily and Lily!
Emily Cooper and Lily Collins, the actress who plays her, have something in common. Both are instantly lovable, as evidenced by the fact that the show debuted on Netflix more than a year ago. She can be obnoxious, makes a lot of mistakes, and gets herself into a lot of problems. Emily is a bundle of paradoxes who never fails to be a fountain of positivity due to her peculiarities and mishap-prone ways. What you make of the misadventures of a 28-year-old lady on a mission of discovery will determine whether you regard that as true youthful unflappability or plain old foolhardiness.
The Paris lovin’
If there’s one thing the show has going for it, it’s that it looks fantastic; possibly because Paris is still a faraway dream. Emily is always dressed properly for a trip to Paris, and every now and then she says something so amusing that I couldn’t help but chuckle, especially given the boss babe situation. Furthermore, Emily in Paris, on the other hand, takes a long time to find its acidic streak, and even when it does, there’s not nearly enough of it to cut through.
Skip or stream?
Finally, with all the charm and elegance the series manages to keep you engaged, this is a one-time watch. And they want you to buy too many bright coats, hats, and purses. So, if you’re a fashionista who enjoys love stories and romance in general, this will be a chick-flick romantic series for you.
Is Emily in Paris in on Netflix?
Yes, the series is currently on Netflix. You can find the series link here.
Rating: 7/10
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Saboor Aly, Ali Ansari kickstart wedding festivities with Mayun
Saboor Aly and Ali Ansari begin wedding festivities
Despite the recent winter rains that have lashed the city, Shaadi season is still in full flow. After pictures of Saboor Aly’s dholki went viral on social media, sparking speculation that the actor was planning to marry Ali Ansari shortly, the couple recently released photos from their small mayun celebration on their Instagram accounts.
The beauty of mehndi and everything yellow!
Ali and Saboor shared charming behind-the-scenes photos from the wedding. The bride wearing a traditional yellow gown with a contrasting crimson dupatta pinned to her head. Floral jewelry and orange bangles completed Saboor’s ensemble. In line with the traditional ‘mayun’ feel, Ali wore a white kurta and a red phulkari dupatta to the wedding.
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Saboor’s celebrity friends, including actors Kinza Hashmi and Amar Khan, additionally model Rubab Ali and cosmetics artist Sara Ali, attended the event. Sara posted videos from the mayun on her Instagram stories.
Furthermore, Sajal Aly, Saboor’s sister, was also present at the event, with a video of her performing the mayun ritual in a black costume making the rounds on social media.
Saboor looked stunning in a violet velvet gown and a stunning pair of gajray at her first dholki earlier this month. Which was captured by Sara, Kinza, and Amar on Instagram.
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Usman Mukhtar and Ushna Shah to star in an upcoming criminal thriller
Usman Mukhtar and Ushna Shah together on silver screen!
According to a press statement, Usman Mukhtar and Ushna Shah will star in an upcoming criminal thriller. The two will soon be seen in leading roles, with the Hum Kahan Ke Sachay Thay star portraying a cop. Zaheeruddin will direct the yet-to-be-titled picture. The director is directing his debut feature film, which will begin shooting in Lahore this month under the company of Dareechay Films.
“I am so happy to be a part of this project,” Mukhtar said of the film, “and it’s something we have been talking about for some years with Zaheer (Bhai).” Furthermore, he said, “Really hope the audience will enjoy what we’ve been working on,” he added. For the time being, the film’s details are being kept under wraps.
Ushna also shared her excitement and confirmation on her Instagram story.
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Usman Mukhtar with his upcoming film Umro Ayyar
After Janaan, Parchi, and the unreleased Umro Ayar with Sanam Saeed, this will be Mukhtar’s fourth feature film. Umro Ayyar, Pakistan’s first Urdu comic book, has been adapted into a film.
The first teaser for the film, which is set to be released in 2022, has been released. With dramatic music, the 49-second trailer revealed the project’s title.
“Of a magical land and evil jinns, of ancient lore and fights within, of modern visions and tales of glory! Tayyar Ho [are you ready] for this epic story?” the official Twitter handle of the film shared. Previously, Mukhtar had shared, “Legend became a myth, myth became a story and after hundreds of years, the legend awakens again.” The film is directed by Azfar Jafri.
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Thursday Tunes: K-pop, a global phenomenon!
The global Korean wave or K-pop
It’s known as Hallyu or the Korean wave, and it refers to the idea that South Korean pop culture has grown in prominence to become a major driver of global culture, as evidenced by everything from Korean dramas on Netflix to Korean skincare regimens dominating the cosmetics industry to delectable Korean tacos on your favorite local menu. The ever-growing popularity of K-pop — short for Korean pop music, of course — is at the heart of Hallyu.
Thanks to its peculiar blend of addicting songs, sleek choreography and production values, and an endless parade of handsome South Korean artists who spend years in harsh studio systems learning to sing and dance in synchronized perfection, K-pop has become a really worldwide phenomenon.
The expansion of the K-pop
Hallyu has been growing for two decades, but in the last five to ten years, K-pop has been more apparent to global audiences. Since the Wonder Girls first cracked the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 2009 with their crossover hit “Nobody” — released in four languages, including English — South Korean artists have hit the chart at least eight times, and the export of K-pop has inflated the country’s music industry to an impressive $5 billion industry.
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Why K-pop music is so popular?
K Pop, or Korean pop music, is one of the most thrilling aspects of this fascinating foreign culture. If you’ve seen the video for “Gangnam Style,” you might think you know a little about K Pop, but it’s much more than that.
K Pop stands out from other genres due to its innovative approaches to music videos, understanding of what it means to be skilled, and sheer hard work. Here are some of the reasons why K-pop is so popular.
Costumes and Colours
The innovative use of costumes and color in music videos is one of the things that K Pop excels at. When North America was only beginning to be industrialized hundreds of years ago, Asia already had a thriving art and graphics sector.
As a result, it’s no wonder that Asian pop culture, including music videos, is frequently highly sophisticated and well-considered. The use of special effects, make-up, clothing, and other elements is always in service of a larger theme and concept. If you don’t trust me, listen to this BTS track,
Vibrant personas
The quirky, lavish, and eye-popping personalities of K Pop are also well-known. K-pop singers, or “idols” as they are known in Asia, have a talent for sticking out from the crowd and pushing the boundaries of self-expression.
Fashion sense
Similarly, K pop artists give fashion a whole new meaning. Their real-life costumes and styles frequently outshine those of western celebs in terms of passion and creativity. K-pop stars aren’t afraid to make a splash, and they have a distinct way of interpreting current events.
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Take G-Dragon, a well-known member of the boy band Big Bang who is now a successful solo artist. G- Dragon is a regular trendsetter and overall fashion icon, not alone for his exceptional musical abilities.
What are the famous K-pop bands?
The bands listed below are often regarded as the most popular and successful in the world. Numerous K-pop bands have taken the world by storm since “Gangnam Style” went viral in 2012! So, let’s have a look at some of the most prominent K-pop groups!
BTS
Famous K-pop BTS (Bangtan Boys) is a South Korean boy band that was formed in 2010 and debuted in 2013 under the Big Hit Entertainment label. Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook are part of a septet that co-writes and co-produces a lot of their own material. They are highly famous among Pakistani fans. Their fans are called “Army.”
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EXO
Xiumin, Suho, Lay, Baekhyun, Chen, Chanyeol, D.O., Kai, and Sehun are members of Exo. It is a South Korean- Chinese boy band headquartered in Seoul. SM Entertainment established the band in 2011 and they made their debut in 2012. Exo has received numerous awards during their career, including five consecutive Mnet Asian Music Awards Album of the Year awards and two consecutive Melon Music Awards Artist of the Year awards, and have performed over 100 concerts spanning four headlining tours and multiple joint tours.
Blackpink
Blackpink is the highest-charting female Korean band on the Billboard Hot 100, with “Ice Cream” (2020) hitting at number 13, and on the Billboard 200, with The Album (2020), which is also the first-ever album by a Korean girl group to sell more than one million copies. They were the first Korean female group to join and top Billboard’s Emerging Artists chart, as well as the three times they topped the Billboard World Digital Song Sales chart.
Throughout its history, Blackpink has set various online records. Their music videos for “Kill This Love” (2019) and “How You Like That” (2020), respectively, broke three and set two Guinness World Records for the most-viewed music video within the first 24 hours of release.
Itzy
Itzy is a JYP Entertainment girl group consisting of members Yeji, Lia, Ryujin, Chaeryeong, and Yuna. The band becomes only the third South Korean girl group to reach the top of the purchase-only list with their debut No. 1 on the Billboard Top Album Sales chart.
TWICE
JYP Entertainment founded TWICE, a South Korean girl group. Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Momo, Sana, Jihyo, Mina, Dahyun, Chaeyoung, and Tzuyu are the members of the group. Twice was developed as a result of the television show Sixteen (2015).
The band rocketed to stardom in the United States in 2016 with their track “Cheer Up,” which reached number one on the Gaon Digital Chart, becoming the year’s best-selling single, and received “Song of the Year.” Twice sold over 1.2 million units of their four EPs and the special album just 19 months after their debut. Twice sold over 3.75 million albums in Korea in 2019 after releasing their seventh EP, Fancy You. The band has sold over 10 million albums as of December 2020.
So which is your favorite K-pop music band?
Drama Sang-e-Mah, featuring Atif Aslam all set to premiere in Cinemas
Sang-e-Mah to premiere in cinemas!
The first episode of Atif Aslam’s highly anticipated debut drama ‘Sang-e-Mah’ will be shown in cinemas, according to HUM TV. The show will air on HUM TV. However, you can see it ahead of time on a theatre screen near you.
The film Sang-e-Mah stars Atif Aslam, Hania Aamir, and Kubra Khan. After an 11-year sabbatical, Atif returns to acting in this serial. He most recently appeared in Shoaib Mansoor’s social drama Bol, in which he co-starred with Mahira Khan.
Sania Saeed, Mikaal Zulfiqar, Nauman Ijaz, and his son Zaviyar Ijaz are among the cast members.
Atif Aslam’s first look was released in December, and it drew excellent feedback from fans who were anxious to see him in his first TV drama.
Naumaan Ijaaz also shared a video clip in which he confirmed Atif’s role and presence in the drama. Fans are ecstatic by the news and looking forward to his performance on the silver screen.
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Sang-e-Marmar, the accolades and appreciation!
The sequel to Sang-e-Mar Mar is Sang-e-Mah (2016).
The drama serial starred Kubra Khan, Sania Saeed, Naumaan Ijaz, and Mikaal Zulfiqar, and it received numerous accolades at the 5th HUM Awards in 2017.
The plot revolves around a tribal family that places a high priority on their rigorous rituals and also values.
Moreover, this time the show will address contentious issues such as ‘ghag,’ a practice in which a guy stakes a claim on a lady he wishes to marry.
Furthermore, according to Hania Aamir, a rite is a form of declaration that signifies “this girl is my wife” and that “anyone who tries to submit a proposal would face a terrible destiny.”
Atif Aslam also performs on the OST, which is set to be released shortly.
Sang-e-Mah release date?
The much-anticipated TV show will premiere in theatres on January 7, 2022.
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Sushmita Sen fangirls Danyal Zafar for his song Udh Chaliye
Sushmita Sen is a fan of Danyal Zafar
Sushmita Sen’s New Year’s Eve party included a special tribute to Pakistani singer and actor Danyal Zafar. The former Miss Universe took to Instagram to post a video of herself and her kid singing along to the crooner’s song, “Udh Chaliye,” while driving. Danyal Zafar was not unimpressed by Sen’s mention, and he went on to comment on it. Not only that, but the Dilbar diva also reacted to the kid!
The Aarya actress then disclosed that Alisha her daughter was a fan of Danyal Zafar. She captioned the above-mentioned video when she shared it on social media.
“The breeze, the drive, the open skies, and Alisah [her daughter’s] favorite song [Zafar’s Udh Chaliye] on repeat.” Calling a song “a vibe”, While providing song credits, she complimented her friend Rohit Bhatkar for exposing her to Zafar’s music.
Danyal Zafar extends his gratitude to Sushmita Sen
In return, the Barwaan Khiladi star expressed his gratitude by saying he “couldn’t be happier” that his song was added to her playlist. Zafar was taken aback by the news and exclaimed, ” Oh my god, what? No way! [I] couldn’t be happier knowing you all are vibing to the track and it made its way to add to such a beautiful experience you are sharing!”
Furthermore, he said, “The drive, the breeze, and the open skies were exactly what I dreamt for the track to do and you’ve made that dream come true! Thank you so much! [I am ] honored beyond what words can express.”
The actor from Main Hoon Na expressed his delight at seeing “the man himself” praising her video. “What a beautiful message, [it will be] forever cherished, Jaan meri (my dear). Your voice and this song make the heart vibe. It is a blessing to have the power to connect people and their dreams beyond geography! Stay wonderful.”
The artist had previously released a video of himself singing the same song at his first-ever concert on social media.
The artist was recognized by Coke Studio and sang ‘Muntazir’ with Momina Mustehsan and Julie with his brother after participating as a lyricist and guitarist for the music of his brother Ali Zafar’s film, Teefa In Trouble.
A professional start with Coke Studio provided him with the opportunity to go on a mission to guarantee that being the younger brother of Ali Zafar (another Bollywood star) did not become his exclusive claim to fame.
With new tracks on the way and a web series in the works, the singer has a devoted following that praises his diversified career. Udh Chaliye, his now-famous hit, was released in March 2020 and was reported to have been created and performed in less than 24 hours.
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Adnan Siddiqui becomes the first meme of 2022 with his selfie!
Adnan Siddiqui goes viral!
A video of prominent drama actor Adnan Siddiqui participating in the destruction of the confiscated property went viral on social media over the weekend. The Meray Paas Tum Ho actor can be seen in the video alongside some police officers shattering a huge number of alcohol bottles. The video itself became a local sensation. Siddiqui, too, resorted to social media to express his displeasure with the situation.
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While posting some photos from the spot, the actor added a note. “Waging a war against drugs.” Furthermore, he wrote, “Lit fire to narcotics at the Destruction Ceremony of Confiscated Goods organized by the Customs (Enforcement) Karachi. Drugs are an evil that rusts our youth and our nation. A symbolic message that it’s to be turned to ash.”
He went on to say that, “Was a guest at the event where the department destroys smuggled and other goods confiscated by it through the year. These include liquor, cigarettes, betel nuts contraband; the cost of what was destroyed today is a whopping $2.5 million.”
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Twitter gets frenzy over viral selfie of Adnan Siddiqui!
Soon after, a photo of Siddiqui, in which the actor is seen taking a selfie with the aforementioned narcotics set ablaze in the background, became the first meme of 2022 on Twitter.
Here are a few of the most amusing ones we found.
Furthermore, the “Phuppo memes” are not behind!
This meme slays Twitter!
Moreover, the Twitteratis will never forget the Pakistani vs India T20 match of 2020!
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Last, but not least our most favorite political satire will be,
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Harry Potter Return to Hogwarts: A hug of reminiscing!
A return to a magical world!
Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts, a Harry Potter reunion special, aired on the new year. Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint starred in the special alongside Robbie Coltrane, Helena Bonham Carter, Jason Isaacs, Gary Oldman, and Ralph Fiennes, among others. While this is certainly fantastic news for Potter fans, the performers who made the HP characters eternal on-screen were sorely missed during the much-anticipated show. We especially missed the stars who have died since the franchise began 20 years ago.
Harry Potter Return to Hogwarts!
Over the course of an hour and a half, the show conjures not only wonderful recollections of the books and films but also of life two decades ago. That is nostalgia’s true power. Writers and filmmakers are far too frequently satisfied with simply adding a name or a recognized tune and calling it a day these days—and no one is more guilty of this than JK Rowling. They believe that jolting ancient memories from the depths of our subconscious are preferable to allowing them to gradually surface. The mind, on the other hand, is a strong tool, both mysterious and marvelous in equal measure. When I heard Emma Watson’s brittle voice in the reunion special, it reminded me not only of her Hermione Granger portrayal but also of the scent of fresh ink on paper. How intriguing.
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Absence of Professor Snape at Return of Hogwarts
Apart from the iconic three of Harry (Daniel Radcliffe), Ron Weasley (Rupert Grint), and Hermione Granger (Emma Watson) in the first Harry Potter films, it’s difficult not to mention the late great Alan Rickman, who was brilliant in every scene he was a part of. Extra credit goes to the casting directors for selecting Rickman as the right fit for the part. Not everything in those films was a perfect adaptation, but there were a few things that came close. One of them was Rickman, who played the antihero, Severus Snape. Rickman got Snape down to the dot with his sweeping dark robe, chin-length dark hair, and that sardonic, dry, and half-amused tone.
Not only did we miss everyone, but we also missed Richard Harris, Helen McCrory, and Richard Griffith, who died during this time period.
The directors’ legacy of Harry Potter
Through the directors’ insights, a deeper look into Harry Potter was also offered. The directors went over each of the seven parts in great detail. Onset, there were some sweet moments and a lot of laughs. Chris Columbus, Alfonso Cuaron, Mike Newell, and David Yates are among the directors on the list. Each of those directors directed the films based on the demands and feelings of the audience.
Harry Potter, larger than life!
Harry Potter was available to those who did not have pals. Harry Potter was available to many who came from shattered homes. Furthermore, it was there in their loneliness that they discovered. Even if not all of those pals are still in your life and your parents are no longer alive, the memories you shared as a result of Harry Potter will live on. There are also people whom you have yet to meet. Future spouses coworkers, Harry Potter lovers with whom you will have a lot of interests. You may not recognize them, but they are folks to look forward to on the horizon. It is a whole world, that too is magical.
Watch the trailer here:
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