The author is a culture critic based in Lahore
Despite regional ties, Pakistan’s cultural compass still points westward
Art that endures must emerge from feeling, not formula
Pakistan’s film industry now inspires nostalgia, even among those who once shunned it
As artificial intelligence reshapes composition and tastes, the future of natural sound hangs in the balance
The Iranian auteur defies censorship and imprisonment to tell his country’s stories
In conflict, patriotic songs rise, but behind the fanfare lie forgotten composers and a legacy at risk
At Cannes, filmmakers condemn the silencing of truth in conflict
US president’s push to localise production puts Hollywood at odds with the realities of global filmmaking
Manto and Ghalib are iconic artists who challenged the hypocrisies of their times
Pakistan returns to the promise of a national film policy
The once-glorious Mela Chiraghan remains an echo of Shah Hussain’s legacy
The persistent clampdown on live theatre reflects a deep discomfort with public expression
Reflecting on the spirit, resilience and legacy of IA Rehman
How truth-telling became dangerous in the West Bank
Nauroz stands as a testament to how cultural legacies fade when languages disappear
Why Pakistan’s tourism sector keeps reinventing the wheel – and getting nowhere
An increasing overlap between spirituality and commerce has been observed
Pathaney Khan’s voice resonated through generations, leaving an indelible mark on the folk music tradition
Music, trance and the enduring legacy of Lal Shahbaz Qalandar
Lahore’s cultural pulse quickens ahead of Ramazan, blending festivity with reflection.
