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Aroosa Khan is a Pakistani news anchor and digital content creator who has gained considerable public recognition through her television career and growing presence on social media. She became more widely known after her marriage to investigative journalist Iqrar ul Hassan, but over the years, Aroosa has also worked to establish an identity of her own in the media and digital space. Today, she is recognised as a TV presenter, social media personality and lifestyle content creator. Aroosa remains active on platforms such as TikTok and YouTube, where she regularly shares glimpses of her daily routine, family life, outings and personal experiences. Her mini lifestyle vlogs have attracted a sizeable audience, with many followers appreciating the casual and relatable style of her content. Through these videos, she often gives viewers an insight into her activities, public appearances and moments spent with family and friends. However, Aroosa’s social media presence has also occasionally attracted criticism. Like many public figures who share personal content online, she has faced mixed reactions from social media users over her appearance, clothing choices and the way some of her videos are filmed. In particular, some online users have criticised her choice of western-style gym wear featured in certain videos. Her traditional outfits have also become a topic of discussion when videos use close-up camera angles that focus heavily on her upper body. Similarly, some of her vlogs show her wearing fitted T-shirts, which have prompted negative comments from sections of the online audience. Despite the criticism, Aroosa continues to remain active on social media and regularly interacts with her audience through new videos and updates. Her content covers a variety of subjects, ranging from lifestyle moments and family gatherings to public appearances and everyday activities. The contrasting reactions to her content highlight the scrutiny faced by Pakistani celebrities and media personalities on social media. While some followers praise Aroosa for her confidence and modern approach to content creation, others openly express their opinions about her fashion choices and presentation. Aroosa, meanwhile, has continued focusing on her digital presence and professional activities. Her growing popularity demonstrates how television personalities are increasingly using platforms such as TikTok and YouTube to connect directly with audiences beyond traditional television. With her regular uploads and public appearances, Aroosa Khan remains a familiar name among Pakistani social media users. Although her content sometimes becomes the subject of online debate, the continued attention surrounding her videos also reflects the strong public interest in her personal and professional life.

Veteran actor Faysal Quraishi has made a bold statement about how far Pakistani dramas have come on the world stage. He shared his views during a recent appearance on Fahad Abid’s podcast, Fahad’s Den. According to Quraishi, Pakistani dramas are now competing directly with Netflix productions on a global level. He noted that free-to-air Pakistani dramas are increasingly being compared to major international Netflix shows, despite operating on vastly different budgets. He broke down the numbers to make his point clearer. A highly successful Pakistani drama, he said, typically earns around Rs 20 crore at its peak. Certain Indian series made for Netflix, on the other hand, are produced with budgets nearing Rs 40 crore. Yet, according to Quraishi, these productions still end up being measured against Pakistani dramas in terms of overall impact. He went further, pointing to viewership numbers as proof of this growing rivalry. Quraishi claimed that a single episode of a Pakistani drama often pulls in more YouTube views than an entire hit Netflix series combined. He said this reflects just how deeply Pakistani content has connected with audiences around the world. Quraishi also raised a pointed question about the relationship between the two industries. He asked why Indian streaming platforms have not made Pakistani dramas available on Netflix, if the two truly are not in competition. According to him, this hesitation comes from a deliberate push to protect and promote homegrown Indian content instead. Beyond his industry comparison, Quraishi shared a personal story to highlight just how far-reaching Pakistani dramas have become. He recalled sitting inside a cinema once, only to spot the person beside him watching a Pakistani drama on their phone. He added that a friend had told him a similar story, describing how commonly people now watch these dramas on mobile devices rather than television screens. Quraishi has built an extensive career in the Pakistani entertainment industry over the years. His body of work includes popular dramas such as Fitoor, Farq, Dil-e-Momin, and Khaie. He recently earned strong praise for his performance in Case No. 9, further reinforcing his reputation as one of the country’s most respected television actors.