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Articles by Zahra Chughtai


Zahra Chughtai is a freelance writer and editor.

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[20 Aug 2009 | Comments Off | Zahra Chughtai]
Charting a New Identity

Monica Ali steers clear of the South Asian writers’ ghetto and explores new territory in her latest novel.

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[22 Jul 2009 | Comments Off | Zahra Chughtai]
Stars in Her Eyes

Sania Saeed’s star status and scintillating performance clearly worked in Katha’s Main Adakara Banoongi, but the play called for a sharper wit and tighter handling.

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[4 Jun 2009 | Comments Off | Zahra Chughtai]
Candid Camera

“We have to inculcate the ethos of volunteerism and schools and colleges should be the centres of such an effort. We can no longer afford to fail Pakistan. Otherwise our children will never forgive us.” – Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy

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[5 Mar 2009 | Comments Off | Zahra Chughtai]
Art and Craft

Artist, designer and author, Noorjehan Bilgrami’s workshop, Koel, will provide a meeting ground for the arts and crafts, showcasing works by painters, ceramists and sculptors, while it gives equal time and space to the crafts.

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[3 Feb 2009 | Comments Off | Zahra Chughtai]
Behind the Scenes

Newsline talks to the creative force behind Chicago: Nida Butt.

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[5 May 2008 | Comments Off | Zahra Chughtai]
Up Close and Personal

Outlining the idiosyncrasies, strengths and flaws of some characters who have shaped Pakistan’s history, Arshad Sami Khan’s book is a highly readable narrative.

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[5 Apr 2008 | Comments Off | Zahra Chughtai]
Interview: Mehreen Jabbar

“Filming in Thar was the best part of the whole experience,” says director Mehreen Jabbar.

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[2 Aug 2007 | Comments Off | Zahra Chughtai]
Keeping the Faith

Tazias of Chiniot is a homage to the artisans of Chiniot, cutting across the sectarian divide, who have kept a unique craft and tradition alive.