What to do if you’re still recovering from last weekend’s food coma and don’t know what to do these next two days. Here are some of the city’s more happening ways to keep yourself entertained...
CINE WATCH
With the release of Indian films expected this weekend, Hrithik Roshan-starrer Kaabil may be heading to cinema houses very soon. Centering upon the love story of two visually impaired individuals, Rohan (Roshan) and Supriya (Yami Gautam), the film tackles the themes of rape and revenge. As far as the initial reviews of Kaabil go, Roshan’s acting is said to be the only saving grace for the film. Directed by Sanjay Gupta, the film released on January 25 worldwide and is expected to make its way to Pakistan on January 27. Meanwhile, the release of Raees and Ok Jaanu is also expected in the coming days.
In Hollywood news, XXX: Return of the Xander Cage (that stars Bollywood diva Deepika Padukone and Vin Diesel) and La La Land – the most nominated musical in Oscar history – are also playing at local cinemas.
While our cinema industry has been in trouble since cinema owners stopped screening Indian films, the release of Thora Jee Le last week only made the situation worse. The film received a lot of criticism from critics; however it is still running in cinemas. Those who want to know how bad it is can watch it if they have nothing better to do.
MUSIC
Gearing up for the release of their first album, Sounds of Kolachi, will be performing live at the PACC Auditorium this weekend on account of their third anniversary. Aside from playing gorgeous tunes from their upcoming, much-awaited debut album, Elhaam, the troupe will also talk to the audience in attendance and share their conception journey. Spearheaded by the amazing Ahsan Bari, who recently took the stage alongside Omran Shafique at Salt Soiree 9, the band has an all-encompassing sound that is best heard live. Also performing at the event,
Also performing live at KPI Ground in Karachi this Saturday (January 28) are Coke Studio sensations Javed Bashir, Zeb Bangash, Ali Sethi and Sanam Marvi as part of a project by Patients Aid Foundation.
Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan will also be live in concert on January 29 at DHA Golf Club that aims to pay a tribute to APS students and support the cause of education.
T2F is hosting a thrilling evening titled Drum Circle – a much needed therapeutic activity to help one deal with anger and exhaustion. Communal drumming is an age old practice for one’s physical, emotional, mental, and social healing and it’s the best to experience it then read about. The facilitator for the evening, Ibadullah Sheikh, works as a facilitator for Taskeen – a mental health initiative that conducts emotional wellness sessions. Through tragedy, he discovered the therapeutic power of drumming. Drum Circle will be held on Friday, January 27 from 6:30pm till 8:00 pm.
COMEDY
Celebrating their first anniversary, the Comedy Scene troupe is hosting a show on January 29 which is titled Anniversary Special Show. The stand-up comedy routine will feature original content while the line-up consists of several curious names such as Annie Shamim,
Also happening this weekend is Cheeka Peeka Reeka that will feature the art of slapstick – a style of humour that involves exaggerated physical comedy. Defying the barriers of language and culture, the show aims to put forward a unique theatrical style and universal language of clowning. Those who will be taking the stage include Fraz Chhotani, Aqeel Ahmed and Farhan Alam (who has also written and directed this particular theatre production. Beginning from January 22, the show will be held at the PACC Auditorium every Sunday and will run till March 31. For tickets and further details, head to their Facebook page.
FASHION
Shop talk: Farah Talib Aziz and Deepak Perwani open new doors
If you live in Karachi and have started shopping for spring and summer (because the brief winter is as good as over) then you may want to check out two new stores in town. Farah Talib Aziz opened her very first flagship store on E Street (within Mews) this week and it’s a treasure trove for all girly girls who loved pastels and clothes dipped in sorbet colours. It’s femininity galore! Another new boutique that opened just yesterday is Deepak Perwani and it is suited all those bindaas people who want to show some attitude in the way they dress. Also located in Clifton (behind Ocean Mall), this newly inaugurated boutique has the Deepak Perwani trademark written all over it and it is a must visit.