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While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information in this Magazine, no responsibility can be accepted by the www.meandmywedding.org Publication for the material supplied by Advertisers for their Advertisements / Photoshoots Presented in this Magazine. All Rights Reserved SHARMEEN OBAID-CHINOY re- leases the fifth part from the “Climate Change Animated Series” A public awareness campaign to educate Pakistanis about Climate Change and Global Warning SOC Films, helmed by the two-time Academy Award winner Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy, releases the fifth part from Pakistan’s first Climate Change Animation Series. This film is part of SOC Films’ se- ries to educate young children about the effects of climate change. In the last instalment of our film series, we explore the present day neglected area of Manghopir. Once clean and filled with crocodiles, the area is now highly polluted with its crocodile numbers dwindling. The film is aimed at sending a message to children that we need to begin healing our environment. A process which begins with greater awareness and an understanding that anyone can reduce, reuse and recycle. “There will come a time when our children will not benefit from Karachi’s biodiversity. We have to find a way to preserve our mangroves and the animals that inhabit it!” said Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy. The animated series is a public awareness campaign, in Urdu, with an aim to educate indi- viduals about Climate Change and Global Warming and the steps they can take to make a positive collective change. Indeed, with recent scientific findings speculating the rise of -an nual global temperatures heading towards 3°C, it is clear that the issues surrounding climate change and rapid global warming will soon become irreversible. It is important now, for ev- ery citizen and country to take ownership and responsibility for what products they use and the rate at which they consume them. Each short-film has been conceptualized, produced and directed by SOC Films and will be between 2 to 3 minutes long. For the Love of Food and Music- The Islamabad edition of Coca-Cola Food and Music Festival successfully concludes attracting over 75,000 foodies in 3 days! Food from the best combined with music from Pakistan’s biggest music platform, Coke Studio, is bound to give attendees a hard to forget experience. The incredible selection of musicians from Coke Studio will include mega- stars such as Ali Sethi, Sahir Ali Bagga, Aima Baig, Asim Azhar, Quadrum, Farhan Saeed, Waqar Ehsin, Faraz Butt, Sahara UK and other international artists. The Coca-Cola Food and Music Festival will offer a variety of cuisines with flavors and delicacies to cater to a wide array of audience. The festival will offer a diverse panel of culinary tal- ents along with several home based chefs. Coke Fest prides itself in being the platform for the promotion of solopreneurs and pro- viding a boost to the homebased food market. #CokeFest prom- ises to offer all the season’s freshest flavors extending from a diversity of Desi to Continental, Asian (Chinese, Japanese, Thai), Turkish/Lebanese and Italian. CEO at Activemedia (The Organizer), Saad M. Khan said; “The season 1 of Coca-Cola Food and Music Festival saw the biggest celebration of Pakistani culture with more than 250,000 people enjoying the festival with their loved ones. Season 2 of the Coke Fest is going to be bigger than ever, expanding to five cities with 7 events altogether. We are extremely excited and looking forward to welcome our guests to provide world-class entertainment through quality music and food for everyone.” Indeed, a diverse panel of culinary talents i.e. local chefs will be offering special festival menus, discounts, and great meal deals during the festival. So put on your shoes, round up the family and explore over 90 leading and burgeoning traditional/contemporary restaurants and 30 caterers, home chefs et al. food stalls at this nonstop ‘Party in the Park’. ALI REHMAN KHAN IN A NEW AVATAR FOR HIS LATEST DRAMA “KHAAS” Ali Rehman Khan also known as our blue- eyed actor is once again on the roll opting for a very different avatar as he signs up for his new drama se- rial “Khaas” soon to be aired by Hum TV. Ali will be playing a lead role in the serial alongside Sanam Baloch, which is an MD production and is going to be directed by none other than Danish Nawaz. In conversation with Ali (himself ) he stated that: “I’m playing a very interesting role which will resonate with a lot of married couples of Pakistan. You will definitely see me in a very different avatar and the dynamics be- tween husband and wife are such that every married couple will be able to connect with my role on various levels.” Ali Rehman Khan has become the heartthrob of country in a very short time with his good looks and out of the box acting. With his debut in “Rishtay Kuch Adhooray say” to his emo- tional persona in “Diyar – e – Dil” and “Main Khayaal Hoon Kisi Aur Ka”, he has managed to earn the love of thousands of fans, not to mention his comedy role in Pakistani movie “Janaan”. Khan is known to do justice to whatever characters he may choose. JUNAID KHAN TO COL- LABORATE WITH INDIAN ROCK BAND SPUNK FOR “TALAASH” The celebrated actor and Lahore-based music band Call’s lead vocalist Junaid Khan collaborated with the Indian rock band Spunk to create an anthem of unity, Talaash. Being a peace lover, Junaid Khan’s upcoming single “Ta- laash” aims to send a message of positivity to the people of the subcontinent. The song’s vocals have been ren- dered by Khan and Spunk’s lead vocalist, however Khan has also co-written Talaash’s lyrics. With this track, the musician seeks to heal the wounds and bring India and Pakistan closer together in harmony. The literal meaning of Urdu word “Talaash” is “Search” and in reference to the title, Khan approaches to touch both personal level – the search for yourself, your own iden- tity, your own place in this world and national level – the search for a common ground, the unifying purpose. Junaid Khan stated, “Music knows no boundaries and this collaboration with Spunk is a way to improve understand- ing and communication between the two countries. 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