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The Friday Times

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A century after Noor Jehan’s birth, her recordings remain present—not simply memories of another era. Inaam Nadeem explores the artist, the voice and the enduring emotions that keep her music alive. ✨
www.thefridaytimes.com/29-Sep-2026/...

#NoorJehan #PakistaniMusic #CulturalHeritage

A Century Later, We Are Still Listening To Noor Jehan

A century has passed since Noor Jehan was born. The child performer became an actress, the actress a star, the screen singer a playback legend, and the woman

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September 29, 2026 at 1:26 PM

Turyal Azam Khan

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I have written a piece about how Pakistan’s entertainment industry should explore markets beyond India. Bangladesh is an excellent starting point.

#Pakistanientertainment #Pakistanimusic #PakistanidramasinBangladesh

Pakistan’s Entertainment Industry - Looking for New Avenues

On 2nd February 2019, a Pakistani rock singer, Junaid Khan of the popular band Call, collaborated with an Indian rock band, Spunk, which was known for doing Bollywood covers.

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June 27, 2026 at 7:30 AM

The Friday Times

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The rise of artists like Havi highlights a cultural shift. South Asian audiences are rejecting toxic stoicism for emotional authenticity.
By Umme Farhana

Read more: thefridaytimes.com/18-Jun-2026/...

#RedefiningMasculinity #Music #Havi #MentalHealth #Masculinity #Culture #PakistaniMusic

Havi And The Rise Of Soft Masculinity In South Asian Music

Pakistani singer Abdur Rahman Sajid, known widely as Havi, is capturing hearts by putting longing, grief, and emotional uncertainty at the forefront of his

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June 18, 2026 at 12:15 PM

The Friday Times

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Pakistani singer Havi is redefining South Asian masculinity. By embracing deep emotional vulnerability, his music proves that men can feel.
By Umme Farhana

Read more: www.thefridaytimes.com/18-Jun-2026/...

#SouthAsianMusic #EmotionalVulnerability #Havi #MensMentalHealth #Culture #PakistaniMusic

Havi And The Rise Of Soft Masculinity In South Asian Music

Pakistani singer Abdur Rahman Sajid, known widely as Havi, is capturing hearts by putting longing, grief, and emotional uncertainty at the forefront of his

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June 18, 2026 at 9:56 AM

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Who else but Maa. Listen to the full song where the true husband and Maa stories get crazier and crazier! Maa Ki Raj is out now on Spotify, Apple Music and iTunes. #desi #pakistanimusic #urdumusic #pakistani #desicomedy #pakistanicomedy #urducomedy

March 7, 2026 at 1:33 AM

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A Saas with Scissors. Craziest Saas Stories Ep 3. Maa Ki Raj by Saxy Aunty out on Spotify, Apple Music and iTunes. #desi #desicomedy #desihumor #pakistanimusic #saasbahu #saxyaunty

March 4, 2026 at 4:30 PM

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Husband. His mother. Romance? Maa Ka Raj by Saxy Aunty now on Spotify, Apple Music and iTunes. #desi #desicomedy #pakistanimusic #ramadanvibes #saasbahu #motherinlaw #saxyaunty

March 3, 2026 at 4:10 PM

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Doctor Dulha here to give you an injection! Now out on Spotify, Apple Music and iTunes. #desicomedy #saxyaunty #desimusic #pakistanimusic #urdumusic #desi

February 27, 2026 at 3:29 PM

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It’s time for your love injection! Doctor Dulha is here to make you swoon. Longer video release tomorrow. Doctor Dulha is now on Spotify, Apple Music and iTunes. #desi #desicomedy #pakistanimusic #urdumusic #desilife #brownculture #saxyaunty

February 26, 2026 at 1:14 AM

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WARNING: Rhythm fever ka koi ilaj nahi hai! Disco Aunty by Saxy Aunty out now on Spotify, Apple Music and iTunes. #pakistanimusic #desi #overseaspakistani #urdumusic #desicomedy #pakistani

February 25, 2026 at 4:31 PM

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BEWARE…Saxy Aunty has taken the dance floor and it’s gonna be a wild ride! Disco Aunty by Saxy Aunty now out on Spotify, Apple Music and iTunes! #desicomedy #pakistanimusic #urdumusic #brownculture #desilife #desi #diaspora

February 24, 2026 at 11:20 PM

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When your Aunty Jaani met Uncle Bobby, it was…Madness! Disco Aunty by Saxy Aunty now on Spotify, Apple Music and iTunes. #pakistanimusic #desicomedy #viralreel #ramadanvibes #southasianhumor

February 24, 2026 at 12:52 AM

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Maa Ka Raj — kyun ke har ghar mein asal hukoomat Maa ki hoti hai. #ramadannights #ramadanvibes #pakistanimusic #desicomedy #urdumusic #southasianhumor #brownhumor #desilife

February 22, 2026 at 4:34 PM

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Ramzan ki raaten ab Spotify par Doctor Dulha ke saath! #ramadannights #ramadanvibes #pakistanimusic #desicomedy #pakistanicomedy #desilife #southasianhumor

February 22, 2026 at 3:40 PM

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Maa Ki Raj by Saxy Aunty now on Spotify. Meet his Maa. Don’t be afraid, be very afraid! #desicomedy #pakistanimusic #desilife

February 22, 2026 at 5:20 AM

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Song: Maa Ki Raj by Saxy Aunty out now on Spotify. Beware of your husband’s Mama! #pakistanimusic #desicomedy #urdumusic #desilife #ramadanvibes #ramadannights #southasianhumor

February 22, 2026 at 3:28 AM

Hasan Khalid

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"Ab na kam hon jagnay kay bahanay" - "May we always have reasons to rise in the morning"

Music made for self healing - released so we can share this feeling together

open.spotify.com/album/3dqZxI...

#newmusic #pakistanimusic #upcomingartists #indiemusic

November 29, 2025 at 3:59 AM

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Farhan Saeed announced on his Instagram on Monday that his first solo album, KHAT, is officially on the way.

#khat #farhan="/hashtag/farhansaeed" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#farhansaeed #farhan #jalref="/hashtag/jaltheband" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#jaltheband #desivibe #jal #pakistanimusic

Pakistan’s superstar Farhan Saeed announces his first solo album ‘KHAT’ after more than two decades of hit music

After more than two decades of making, producing, and writing music that has defined his era, Farhan Saeed, Pakistan’s only artist to shine both as a singer and an actor, is now all set to release his first-ever solo album, titled ‘KHAT.’ With his upcoming film “Luv Di Saun” also set to release soon, Farhan continues to prove himself as a true superstar, combining music, performance, and emotion.

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November 10, 2025 at 5:04 PM

Focal Pakistan

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Asim Azhar just dropped a new single, but the internet is only talking about one word from the song: "Haniyaaa!"
Fans are convinced this is a call-out to his former relationship, completely overshadowing the new music! What do you think?

#AsimAzhar #Haniyaaa #PakistaniMusic

November 7, 2025 at 1:17 PM

Nix Muse

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Today's first listen is Ustad Naseeruddin Saami & The Saami Brothers on KEXP. Saami is the only living practitioner of the complex 49-microtonal Surti scale. #PakistaniMusic

Ustad Naseeruddin Saami & The Saami Brothers - Full Performance (Live on KEXP)

YouTube video by KEXP

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November 6, 2025 at 2:43 PM

Focal Pakistan

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Exciting news for music lovers! 🎤 Pakistani heartthrob Farhan Saeed is releasing his first-ever solo album, titled "From my heart to yours." Fans can expect a collection of soulful tracks that he's poured his heart into.

#FarhanSaeed #PakistaniMusic #SoloAlbum #NewMusic