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Now that the wedding ceremony of Shoaib Malik and Sania Mirza is over there are lessons to learn for the nation, including our media which has covered every moment, glimpse and sentiment. In order to give a different flavour to the audience TV channels did not refrain from showing their bed, cushions, bathroom and even bed-sheets! It was embarrassing when Shoaib, in an interview to Express News criticised the media for interfering in his personal life to an extent that “he became the bodyguard of his wife” and added that the media “has made money out of his wedding” which is a “personal event”. Regardless of whether the couple is compatible or not, there is definite incompatibility between Sania Mirza’s perception of Pakistan and the perception of the press about the marriage. Although her body language was harsh towards the people and the press, our media gave her unprecedented coverage. The media called her the ‘daughter-in-law of Pakistan’ as a goodwill gesture, which she seemed to

The news of Sania's marriage with the former Pakistan cricket captain Shoaib Malik made the media speculate if it would open a new chapter in Indo-Pak ties. However, Sania said that her marriage has nothing to do with Indo-Pak politics. She added that she is happy as it's dream of every girl to find a suitable groom. Sania went on to say that she would continue to play for India even after marriage while Shoaib would play for Pakistan. She added that she would continue to support India during an India-Pakistan cricket match, and at the meantime support her hubby. The news of Sania's marriage with Shoaib shocked many when it hit the headlines a couple of days ago, as they are from rival countries. It is speculated that their wedding ceremony would be held on April 11 in Hyderabad, followed by reception in Dubai on April 15 and a grand reception in Lahore. However, the families of the couple are yet to fix a date for the wedding. It may be be recalled that Sania was earlier l

The hero proposes to his girlfriend but his ex-beau enters the scene when the marriage is all set to take place. However, the problem is solved miraculously and the wedding takes place all of a sudden. If you think this happens only in Bollywood, think again, because Sania Mirza’s marriage with Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik was no different. Sania and Shoaib announced earlier that the nikaah would take place on April 15 but they tied the knot yesterday (April 12) at a private ceremony attended by their close relatives and friends, taking everyone, including the journalists, unawares. The guests at the wedding offered zuhar namaz after the nikaah. The Mehndi ceremony is taking place today followed by Sangeet tomorrow (April 14). The wedding reception will be held on April 15 in Hyderabad. The wedding was supposed to take place on April 9 but it was postponed by 3 days after the Qazi refused to perform the nikaah without Shoaib’s passport, which was seized by the police following an F

he real reason behind the Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik's unsuccessful 'walima' function here has emerged and Pakistan Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani's son Abdul Qadir Gilani was reportedly in the middle of the storm. Earlier, media reports said that the 'walima' hosted by the Pakistani cricketer to celebrate his marriage with the Indian tennis stars was marred by unruly guests who wanted to take photos with the newly weds. However, the latest reports say that it was not unruly guests but Gilani Jr who was the reason behind the ruckus in the function in Lahore that forced to the cross-border couple to leave the function earlier than the scheduled to time. Geo News reported that the chaos started when the PM's son punched an unknown person who was trying to approach him for a photo op. The news channel has a video clip, which shows Gilani’s son pushing the unidentified man leading to further commotion at the party. Malik hosted the 'walima', which i

Sania Mirza’s wedding to Shoaib Mallik was the biggest story on every news channel just about a month ago. While few people think of tying the knot at 23, Mirza surprised the whole country with her decision. “I never really thought about it. I used to say that I would get married early, at around 24 or 25. I’m close to that age right now. I’ve always wanted to marry early, because I want to have children at a young age. I never thought about the age or month. It just happened,” she says proudly. Currently, the tennis ace and her hubby have been living in her Hyderabad home. Marriage doesn’t seem to have changed her life, but living with her husband has brought them even closer. “Life’s the same as it was before. Nothing has changed, except that we are living together. We don’t feel like we are married, though we’re really happy that we live together,” she adds. So far, very little was known or written about the couple. They’ve known each other for the past six years. In fact, newspaper

There has been speculation about Pakistan cricket legend Wasim Akram and actress Sushmita Sen ever since they hosted a reality show together on television around two years ago. At that time Akram’s marriage to Huma was going strong. But after her untimely demise in October last year, the rumours of a romance between them kept getting stronger, especially in the last couple of months. On Monday night, Wasim and Sushmita arrived together at a suburban nightspot and spent the evening in each other’s company, the first time they’ve made a public statement about their togetherness. Judging by the PDA (public display of affection) they indulged in, the relationship seems official now. An eye witness said, “Akram and Sushmita walked in hand in hand at around 11.30 on Monday night. They booked the bed-by-the-sea table and were seen relaxing. They seemed very comfortable in each other’s company. Later, a couple of Sushmita’s female friends also joined them. While Akram was acting coy, Sushmita

Is there a new Indo-Pak celeb love story on the cards?  Rumours linking actress Sushmita Sen and former cricketer Wasim Akram have been flying around for a while now. Apparently, the two first met when they were hosts of a reality TV show some years ago. At the time, Wasim was happily married to Huma (who passed away last year). It's only recently that Sushmita and Wasim have been spotted together in public. First they were seen at model Candice Pinto's birthday party, were they seemd to be having a lot of fun in each other's company. Wasim even put his face in a cut-out with a buffed body, to laughs from Sush. Now, the couple have been seen together again. A few days ago, the two entered a popular club in Mumbai, and laughed and talked together until the place shut down at night. Mid-way through the evening, a few of Sushmita's friends joined the couple. We'll be looking out for the two to see how their friendship progresses, and keep you posted on it.    

Latest buzz in town is that after Sania Mirza, another Hydrabad beauty, ex-beauty queen and actress Dia Mirza would tie the knot with Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Akhtar.However Dia Mirza denied the rumors. “The news of my wedding with Shoaib Akhtar is absolutely rubbish. It’s a figment of imagination.” Dia said. Dia asked media to make it known that she had nothing to do with Shoaib Akhtar and she doesn’t even know him. “I would like to get married and everybody will know it. As of now, I am not getting married to anyone.” Dia replied on her marriage plans. Interestingly, Pakistani media has publicized it on a high note that Shoaib Akhtar will soon marry Dia Mirza and bring her to Pakistan. While there is no reliable information from either of the families, news has spread like a wild fire and this new link up has become burning topic at all levels.