Omair Alavi

Nov 11, 2024 | nukta.com | Omair Alavi

Few actors who play heroes on screen become real-life heroes; Christopher Reeve was one of them. He survived one of the most challenging ordeals any man could face, and Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story highlights his struggle. The documentary covers Reeve’s life, from his Hollywood career to the horse-riding accident that left him paralyzed from the neck down.

Nov 10, 2024 | nukta.com | Omair Alavi

Do you know why Akshay Kumar is known as Bollywood’s Khiladi? Because of his Khiladi film series? Nope. Also, not because of his stunts anymore, but his reputation for recent box-office flops as an actor. He used to be brilliant in comedy, action, and thriller genres, but too many films in too little time dented his reputation. Now, his fans watch his films more for box-office stats than for the content.

Oct 24, 2024 | nukta.com | Omair Alavi

Mickey Haller returns for a more personal battle in the third season of The Lincoln Lawyer and this time it’s closer to home than ever. The ten-episode Netflix series is a global hit, thanks to its focused plot, sharp direction, and standout performances. If you are familiar with the series, you need no introduction but if you don’t know Mickey Haller yet, it’s time you did. Otherwise, you will miss the antics of one of the most charismatic and calculating lawyers to grace the TV screen.

Oct 14, 2024 | nukta.com | Omair Alavi

Canadian-Pakistani actress Armeena Rana Khan is all set to break her four-year hiatus from acting, with a new venture for HUM TV. A newcomer writer has penned the script of the untitled play, under Farhat Ishtiaq’s guidance, and will feature the hazel-eyed actress in a big project for the first time since 2020. The Jaan Se Pyara Juni director Meer Sikandar will direct the project, whereas Syed Jibran, Azaan Sami Khan, and Kubra Khan round out the main cast.

Oct 10, 2024 | nukta.com | Omair Alavi

Veteran film actress and timeless beauty Rekha celebrates her 70th birthday today. Born Bhanurekha Ganesan on 10 October 1954, she has continued to dazzle generations in a career spanning multiple decades. Let's celebrate some of her iconic performances on her big day, including those that got her awards. Rekha earned her first Best Actress Filmfare nomination through her gritty performance in this classic story of a family torn by an incident.