LAHORE – Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt has come under criticism on social media after sharing a video of a food distribution initiative organised during Muharram.

The digital creator, who commands millions of followers across YouTube, Instagram and TikTok, recently distributed around 1,000 burgers among underprivileged people as part of a Niaz arrangement. The burgers were sourced from a restaurant owned by social media personality Momin Saqib.

Videos shared online showed the food being packaged and distributed by Butt and his associates. The footage quickly attracted attention on social media, where users debated the nature and presentation of the initiative.

While some appreciated the charitable effort, many critics questioned whether the event was being used for promotional purposes. Several users argued that the money could have been directed towards other forms of welfare, including medical assistance for those in need.

Others suggested that the inclusion of a well-known restaurant and the extensive coverage of the activity gave the impression of a marketing campaign rather than a purely charitable undertaking.

A number of comments also criticised the public display of the initiative, with users debating whether acts of charity should be documented and shared on social media platforms.

The discussion has generated significant engagement online, adding to the list of controversies that have frequently surrounded the popular content creator. Rajab Butt has not publicly responded to the criticism at the time of writing.

KARACHI – Actor and singer Danyal Zafar is set to headline a new television drama following his ongoing performance in Zanjeerein, where he plays the role of Sarbuland Khan.

Zafar, who made his television debut with the Ramadan special Taana Bana, has since appeared in dramas including Stand Up Girl and Farrar. His portrayal in Zanjeerein has drawn positive responses from viewers, with fans closely following developments in the series and anticipating his next project.

According to reports, the actor will star opposite Komal Meer in an upcoming drama currently under production. Meer, known for her performances in a number of television projects, recently took on a more challenging role in Goonj, a drama inspired by real-life events.

The new serial is being filmed in Nathiagali and is written by Radain Shah and directed by Shahid Shafaat. The project marks another collaboration between the writer-director duo, whose previous work on Duniyapur received widespread attention.

The drama is tentatively titled Raqaas and is expected to air on Green Entertainment.

Further details regarding the plot and release date have yet to be announced.

LAHORE – Renowned Punjabi singer Tariq Tafu passed away in Lahore on Tuesday after a brief illness, marking a significant loss for the country’s music industry.

He was the son of legendary tabla maestro Tafu Khan, a celebrated figure in Pakistan’s classical music tradition who collaborated with several leading musicians over the course of his career.

Tariq Tafu built a successful career as a singer in his own right and was widely recognised for his popular track Lahore Lahore Aye, which became particularly associated with Lahore’s cultural celebrations and festive occasions.

The song, often played during local festivals, earned widespread popularity and became one of his most recognisable works among Punjabi music listeners.

According to family sources, the singer had been undergoing treatment for his condition prior to his death.

His passing has drawn condolences from across the music community, with fans and fellow artists expressing grief over the loss of a prominent voice in Punjabi music.

Funeral arrangements will be announced later.