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If you’ve ever feared that an artist you’ve long admired would never return to the screen after what seemed like an indefinite hiatus, 2024 was the year that proved that hope springs eternal. As the year prepares to bid its final farewell, we take a closer look at three Pakistani artists who returned behind the cameras in 2024 after a break, as well as two major foreign bands who decided this would be the year of their triumphantly return.
Humayun Saeed
There is very little to say about Humayun that has not already been said. A tour de force on Pakistani television, Humayun proved his worth by landing the coveted role of Dr. Hashmat in the Netflix series. the crown in 2022, in addition to having played a series of leading roles on local screens such as Mere Paas Tum Ho (2019) and Bin Roye (2016). This year, viewers witnessed Humayun’s return to dramas portraying the role of Iqbal in Gentleman. The show delves into the complexities of the inner-city gang war unfolding in Karachi. The plot itself received mixed reviews, with a select few viewers waxing lyrical online about the show’s perceived preachiness. However, Humayun’s performance had a great impact and he was saved from the wrath of even the most withering critics. Commanding the kind of star power that newcomers can only dream of, Humyaun’s presence on screen is only amplified by his typically calm demeanor in real life and his refusal to divulge intimate details of his private life in the movies. social networks.
Fawad Khan
Having successfully won hearts during his time as the frontman of an EP rock band in the early 2000s, Fawad’s appeal remains at an all-time high, particularly considering the star’s reluctance to reveal details. about your personal daily life. life in public. Fawad first cemented his legacy in Humsafar alongside star Mahira Khan and then in Zindagi Gulzar Hai along with Sanam Saeed. This year, Fawad once again created a sensation (with Sanam once again) in the much-disputed web series. Barzakh. The show, which marked Fawad’s return to an episode-based format on screen, was eventually removed from YouTube in Pakistan, but not before giving viewers the opportunity to stream each episode. Before BarzakhFawad was seen in the Disney movie. Ms. Marvel in 2022. Although the final destination of Barzakh has highlighted how polarizing unconventional content can be at home, Fawad has not regretted it and has not diminished his follower count either. Like Humayun in Gentleman (albeit on a completely different scale), Barzakh may have faced backlash, but none of it was directed at Fawad’s acting chops. Furthermore, Fawad, along with Indian star Vaani Kapoor, has started filming for the Bollywood romantic comedy. Abir Gulaal in locations in and around London. Whenever this star decides to appear on screen next, in Bollywood or at home, her fans will be ready at the helm.
Mustafa Fahad
If there is any television fan who does not know who Fahad Mustafa is after the viral success of Kabhi Main Kabhi TumThey must be living under a very large rock, the size of a planet. If any male heartthrob is enjoying his moment in the sun, it’s Fahad, who stole the hearts of drama fans (both old and new), as the witty, adorable and biker Mustafa opposite Hania Aamir’s Sharjeena. Over the course of the show, fans of the drama were captivated by the evolution of Mustafa’s character as he went from carefree to stressed to elusive and, ultimately, his redemption as he and Sharjeena came to a renewed understanding. Fahad also won hearts during his stay as host. Jeeto Pakistanbut it was with Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum who found his return to television acting after a gap of “10 or 11 years,” in his own words. In addition to playing the male lead, Fahad also took on the intimidating role of producer, although he has hinted in interviews that juggling two such monumental tasks is not a feat he’s likely to repeat in future projects.
Oasis
If anyone knows how to shake up music fans with an unexpected reunion announcement, it’s Britpop band Oasis. Where Oasis once made a name for themselves brawling on stage and smashing their guitars in public (as well as pumping out hits like Don’t look back in anger and wonderful wall), famous warring brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher chosen this year to announce the end of their sibling rivalry. Provoking a seismic shift in the music world, the brothers announced Oasis’ comeback tour in August, 15 years after the band last performed together in August 2009. The band’s next concerts will take place at the London’s Wembley stadium from July 2025. The announcement of the reunion sparked a rush of fans who rushed to ticketing websites in a bid to secure seats, with many being scammed so they would pay more than what was initially announced. Unsurprisingly, the comeback announcement also sparked an avalanche of memes, with seasoned fans joking that they wouldn’t be able to get tickets because young twenty-somethings were eager to see Oasis perform. wonderful wall Live would beat them to it.
linkin park
Oasis is not the only music group to enjoy a monopoly on comeback ads, as demonstrated by American alternative Linkin Park. In September, the group announced their return, complete with a new album, a new tour and a new lineup, the first since the devastating death by suicide of singer Chester Bennington in 2017. Rumors had been widespread since April, and after much speculation, Billboard reported that the newest lineup consists of original members Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Dave Phoenix Farrell and Joe Hahn, plus new co-vocalist Emily Armstrong and drummer Colin Brittain to kick off their next chapter. Veteran drummer Rob Bourdon did not return for the new era of Linkin Park. However, for fans who had reservations about how anyone could replace Bennington (the man whose voice gave us In The end), those fears disappeared with the band’s single. The vacuum machine. After being featured on YouTube, the song enjoyed a skyrocket in views and fans left words of praise in the comments section. With the new line-up at the helm, the band released their latest album. From ground zero in November, ending a seven-year album hiatus.
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