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Saturday, 2 March 2013

Cassandra (Story time)





People didn’t know much about Cassandra. Sure she was the smartest girl in class, the prettiest in college but still, there was more to her than just her features and grades. She was truly a hard working student, one of the finest the faculty had seen in years, with impeccable speaking and writing skills. With fine brown hair, that weaved down her back, gorgeous hazel colored eyes shadowed by thick eye lashes, a soft structured mouth and a pointy chin, she was a sight, breathtaking one.
But Cassandra had a secret. Something if exposed would probably ruin her reputation, and the image that had been constructed over time. We’ll come back to the secret after a while, for now let’s just see what happened at her birthday party.
Huddled between a crowd of 50 people, Cassandra cut her cake; music blaring in the back ground. Her friends gathered close, elbows touching and snatched pieces of cake from the table that was covered in gorgeous red velvet. Ecstatic, she slid away from the crowd and crashed on the carpet in her basement, high on the music and smiles and laughter. She was happy really but there was another reason to it. Her boyfriend had just sent her a text saying he would meet her later that night and give her a real birthday present. So that might have been the real reason for the smiles that Cassandra passed onto everyone. It was around 11 when her boyfriend came to meet her. Let me mention here that he wasn’t part of the party; he met her outside, in her back yard where no one would see them.
Her boyfriend was actually her chemistry teacher, and they were mixing a lot more than just sodium nitrate (wink, wink).  This could have created a big issue not only for Cassandra but her teacher as well. So in her backyard, snuggling against him, Cassandra asked for her gift, grinning like a goof. Her teacher/boyfriend turned her around and pointed to a small package that was lying under her swing. Quickly walking up to the swing she snatched the package off the ground and opened it up. It was a small box containing a pendant. Feeling as if she would swoon, Cassandra jumped into his arms and covered his face with kisses, not even aware of the fact that her friend Rose was watching from the back door.
One thing led to another and Rose confronted Cassandra about her affair with the teacher. Cassandra was in total bliss; hence she did not pay any attention to Rose. It was when she noticed the whole school talking about her, did she finally realize that she had been proclaimed as an indecent felon along with her teacher. He got kicked out with a threat of a lawsuit. And Cassandra, well she didn’t have much to say after that. She was an excellent student whose integrity was maintained because she was proclaimed as a minor even though she was 18.
Things became quite interesting when the college appointed a new chemistry teacher. ‘This one was even more naรฏve than the last one,’ thought Cassandra as she passed a sweet smile to her new teacher. 

Author 
Komal Nasir 

SUICIDE IN ADOLESCENTS ( ARTICLE )


Suicide is the third most common cause of death among adolescents between 15-25 years of age and the sixth most common cause among 5-15 years old. The latest mean world wide annual rates of suicide per 100,000 are 0.5 for females and 0.9 for males. Among half of all teens suffering from depression will attempt suicide at least once and approximately 7% of them would succeed  on the first try.
Teenagers are indefensible to the threat of suicide due to increased stress from school and work. Teens are also dealing with hormonal fluctuations that can complicate even most normal situation. The suicide rate among young teens and young adults has increased by more than 300% in the last three decades, increased incidence of childhood depression and decreased family stability are some social and personal changes which can increase the desire to commit suicide. 
In fact according to the study by ''National Institute Of Mental Health'' the people who commit suicide suffer from a diagnostic mental disorder. Unfortunately because of the often volatile relationship between teens and their parents make the teens comprehend as though they have no other solution of their problems and may not realise that suicidal thoughts and feelings can be treated.  

In the recent survey of world bank has revealed the suicide rate is touching skies in Pakistan.The factors adding to it are somehow addiction to smoking, usage of drugs & hypertension among youngsters. This is alarming especially for the democratic government of Pakistan.Suicide has become a major public health problem in Pakistan. Rates for teen girls are statistically twice as likely as their male counterparts to attempt suicide.They tend to turn to drugs (overdosing) or to cut themselves, While boys are traditionally more successful in their suicide attempts because they utilise more severe methods such as guns and hanging,this method  comparatively makes boys almost four times more prosperous in committing suicide.
The highest rates for men between ages of 20-35 years is in Larkana.There are no official data on suicide from Pakistan. Despite this there is compelling evidence that suicide have increased in Pakistan in recent years.The lay press in Pakistan regularly report on suicide incidences in Pakistan. A study highlights the increased rate is due to socioeconomic and contextual  factors.
Difficulties in school, neither working nor being in school, dropping out of high school and not attending college pose significant risk for completed suicide.Teens are more likely to kill themselves  if they read,seen or heard about other suicide attempts.Moreover the unacceptable behaviour of teachers or high expectations of good grades from parents are likely to be one of the major reason of committing suicide among adolescents.


A recent case was reported in Abbotabad and Karachi on 29th May 2012. Two students committed suicide, with one blaming the intolerable behaviour of his teacher and the reason for ending his own life. Mobin, 13 year old student of one of the private boarding school of Abbotabad wrote in his diary that the insufferable attitude of his teacher forced him to come back home and hang himself. Mobin's former teacher Sohrab Jadoon told police that young boy was unhappy with his hostel life. Meanwhile a student depressed with bad grades ended his life in Karachi's Paposh Nagar Area.


The great loss of our young generation should be saved. Youth suicide prevention strategies should be implemented within three dominions - School community and health are systems. School based suicide prevention programs should increase awareness and promote identification of students at higher risk of suicide and they should provide knowledge about behavioural characteristics of teens at risk of suicide and enhance the coping ability of teens.
More over, Parents need to be as open and as attentive as possible to their adolescent children's difficulties. The most effective suicide prevention technique parents acan exercise is to maintain open lines of communication with their children. Sometimes teens hide their problems, not wanting to burden the people they love. 
It is extremely important to assure teens that they can share their troubles, and gain support in the process. Parents are encouraged to talk about suicide with their children, and to educate themselves by attending parent-teacher meetings. Once trained, parents can help to staff a crisis Hartline in their community. Parents also need to be involved in the counselling process if a teen has suicidal tendencies. These activities may both alleviate parents' fears of the unknown and assure teenagers that their parents care.




SPECIAL THANKS TO : QIRTAS, USMAAN.

MUHAMMAD ZEESHAN ( RAPPER ) INTERVIEW



Name: Muhammad Zeeshan
DOB: 26 January 2000
Nick Name: Young Shani
Favourite Dish: Boneless & Spaghetti
Tell us a bit about yourself:
Without Hard Working at Accurate Time with Patient, One Can't Get Anything,
I am Following it to Maximize My Abilities.
Study background:
Im Studying In Army Public School In Middle Class.
What are your raps about: 
Usually It Provides Education with Humerous. It's also About Love & Romance.
Who inspired you to become a rapper:
Shahkar Alam Khan (FORTITUDE)
That one rapper you would love to work with: 
Shahkar Alam Khan (FORTITUDE)
Is there any message you consistently try to portray in your music: 
Do not Ignore the Talent
Define rapping in your own words: 
An Emotion if Expressed with Instuments produces another Emotion.
If you got a record deal at this second, would you accept it:
Yes I would

You are currently working with a band, ever thought of ditching it: 
I'm a solo Rapper
Would you prefer performing solo or with your boys:
I would like to Perform with Different Bands.
Best performance yet: 
In Saints Mary with Rap Instinct.
Views about Pakistani music industry: 
We are moving such a way that I think our future is bright.

Which Pakistani female vocalist would you like to collaborate with:
Mathira.
How much role does the sound editing software’s play in a final ready to listen song: 
30% role takes the editing.
Which musical instrument do you play really well:
Not yet.
Worst comment by any hater:
Haters gonna hate & Players gonna play.
Any upcoming projects:
Yes, 2 songs Teri Yaadein & Dil Hoya aa Dewanaa with Aar Kay.
Any message for your fans: 
If I am Young Shani today, this is just because of my Fans. I am thankful to all those
who helped me to achieve this goal.
Where can we find you online: 
You can find me by my page or account.
How do you interact with your fans:
By my facebook account.
Views about islotimes: 
Islotimes is a great organization of young guys who are working for the promotion of new upcoming and known sensational Bands and singles. Hope to see you guys in future.

HASAN AMIN ( INTERVIEW )



Name: Hasan Amin
DOB: 31/07/1992
Nick Name: I cant think of a particular one right now, hear a new one daily 
Favourite dish: Biryani
Biography : Hasan Amin is a new and young singer from Karachi, Pakistan. He entered the Music Industry with his debut song “Zindagi Kahun” which got taken in an Indian Film '5 Ghantey Mien 5 Crore'. The film released in August 2012.
Hasan has been fond of singing since childhood. He was the lead vocalist in two underground bands in Karachi for about three years but then decided to be a solo musician and went to Lahore for the recording of his debut song. His song was recorded and composed by Dj Ali Mustafa in Digital Inn Studios. The lyrics of the song were written by Hasan himself.
His New track Lamha Lamha has released with a video on Eid 2012. He is currently working on his 3rd music video.
Tell us a bit about yourself? I am a very ambitious person who believes in working hard to get each and everythng he desires in life. Music is very close to me since my childhood and therefore I decided to take it professionally..
Study background? I have done my O and A levels and I am currently doing my BBA.
What are your songs about? My songs are not about a particular thing, I make music which sounds relaxing to me or which gives a good feel to my ears.
Who inspired you to become a singer? I am not inspired by anyone because I believe that whenever you get inspired by anyone, your work has somewhat their reflection and I want to create my own identity.
That one artist you would love to work with? If its ever possible, I would love to make a song with Enrique Iglesias. Sounds like a bigdeal but you never know 
Define singing/music in your own words? Music for me is what keeps me motivated, relaxed and positive about life. I listen to music in my bad times and even in my happiest moments. I would feel incomplete without music as it is very close to my heart.
Is there any message you consistently try to portray in your music? No because I am still exploring my skills as a musician so its too early to give a message right now
If you got a record deal at this second, would you accept it? It depends on the deal actually, I take my music very seriously and I take my decisions after thorough thinking.
I am a solo singer.

Best performance yet? It was a private event where I performed last month and it was amazing!
Views about Pakistani music industry? Right now the industry is in a bad condition as there are no proper record labels or a huge variety of music channels in our country. Other than that concerts and shows are also happening rarely because of the country's unstable condition, but i hope things would get better soon.
Which Pakistani female vocalist would you like to collaborate with? I would love to sing with Hadiqa Kayani, her voice is amazing.
Worst comment by any hater? "your voice sucks, try something else" Ha ha ha 
Any upcoming projects? Yeah, I have a lot of expectations from my next song. This would also be the 'Loudest Song' of Pakistan. Thats all I can tell you for now 
Any message for your fans: I am so thankful to each one of you because if you people wouldnt have supported me, I would have not been able to continue for long. You all are my strength!
Where can we find you online? on my Facebook Profilewww.facebook.com/Hasan.Kamdi
How do you interact with your fans? through my facebook pagewww.facebook.com/HasanAminOfficial and also through my facebook profile!
Views about islotimes: Its a great source for the new talents to tell about themselves to the world. I support it strongly!

SYEDA QIRTAS SIDDIQUI ( MODEL ) INTERVIEW



Name : 
Syeda Qirtas Siddiqui.

 DOB : 
30'Jan'96

 Fav dish:
Nothing Specific, something appetizing becomes automatically fav.

 Your study background : 
Studied In BEACON-HOUSE SCHOOL SYSTEM for 13 years. Now compeleting my O'levels.

 Tell us about your self :
I'm motivated and passionate about whatever work I do.I just like to do selected work and that is why I don't sign up everything that comes my way. 
That is the reason though I have worked very less.
I am noticed. I don't want to get "overexposed" that is the basic reason behind not taking every single project that comes my way.
Interestingly enough, in contrast to other models, who aspires to land in tube or films, 
I've no such plans of joining any such field except modeling and not even the catwalks :)

 Your hobbies : 
Ok before mentioning my HOBBIES I would let you know before, I'm not GIRLY at all. (Laughs) 
I love basket ball, throw-ball, listening music, hanging out with friends I loves spending most of the spare time with my family.
OH yeah! Long drives. I love them most.:)

 Why do you want to be a model?
The glitz of modeling's glamorous world attracts me.What they wear, where they shop, where they hangout, what they dream of,
their love-interests, their favourite things, I love to get the scoop. Modeling is the feild where you get more fame in short time span
with really good pays. (Laughs)
Keeping this in mind, from time to time You'll be  going to share some interesting tete-a-tete with popular celebrities. AHH.
The best part of being a FASHION-MODEL,Apart from thisI love flirting with camera :p 
I love being in front of camera. I love it more than a man (laughs). 
I have a very good chemistry with it! It's a good feeling to pose in front of camera.
Any drama in which you would love to work in?
Well honestly I would love to work in MIRAAT-UL-UROOS. It has a very strong story line & the play has been shot wonderfully.
But I don't have plans because I am not inclined to do acting. I feel quite odd acting in dramas.

 Your fav Pakistani Actor?
Fawad Khan.A man with charismatic personality, a hearttrob of many. :)
How do you perceive fashion?
What you wear and you feel comfortable in it thats your fashion.I'm a casual & easy going girl with jeans and footwear.

 Tell about your studies and grades from class pre-nursery Onwards? 
Till grade 8, I acheived above 85% yeah after since grade 9 they were hampered A BIT only like they went 75%-85% somewhere in between :p

 Any Incident in your life ? If one then tell us ?
The day my I lost my Grand-Mother. Something my life miss the most is Love,Care & Support of her.

 Bridal couture or Islamabad/KHI faishon week? and why? 
Karachi's Fashion Week.It's known as "Renegades of the Funk",
I see some most powerfull names of Fashion there that's the reason I find it more interesting.

 Views about Pakistani Music/Film industry?
Pakistani Music industry is doing really well these days, they're coming up with some good quality music.
Our drama industry is too strong, our private channels are gaining international fame, we are too good in script writing etc.
As far as film industry is considered they require much effort to bring up some interesting tele-films,
but KHUDA KE LIYE was one of the interesting project.We are moving ahead positively.We should be happy and have to appreciate our own work.

 Your inspiration from family and from Actress/model?
Inspiration from family',hmm. Well being open minded and not having conservative thinkings,because of this today Im here.
I'm inspired alot from Ayyan Ali.You get know the difference between vulgar and decent from her. 
It's just that you can even carry a mini skirt in a nice way as well, It depends on you.

 Your wish which you want to get true ? 
I have been looking forward in working in a movie and this is like a dream which should come true.

 The person you hate the most ?
I don't hate any one personally but, I really hate all those who lies, breaks promises and spread rumors about you.
The place you want to visit and you like it the most ?
I love exploring the authentic rural way of life & the city of Istanbul is one having  massive tourist attractions plus illustrating the actual rural life,
which I would love to witness.
Have you ever gone mad on someone ?
No one yet. (Laughs)

 Any Model/Actor/VJ crush?
Abdullah Ijaz- the most charming models in Pakistani modeling industry,He's said to be the BEST MALE FASHION MODEL.

 So Message for your fans ?
Get targeted your goals and work with dedication because without dedication you cant achieve anything.
They have supported me all the way.I am thankful to them for the support that they have given me.I really love young ladies making collage and 
some amazing charts to support me and demostrating their love through it. It really makes you feel special. I would say them I love you all, I appreciate 
your feed back,love and support, It's valued. :) xoxo.

 Views about this biography started by Islotimes? 
It's a good platform for upcoming talent,which is giving an opportunity to promote their talent in a professional way,
Wishing you guys a very bright future ahead.
Cheers.



Friday, 1 March 2013

My Mind Or Me?


So here I was thinking and for the first time in my life I was blank. I had nothing to say to the world. My mind was blank, as blank as the sheet of paper in front of me. I realized I had nothing positive to offer to the world tonight. I was devastated. I started jotting down everything which came into my mind, that in those unorganized jumble of rambling thoughts I might find something useful which I can share with the world. Of this chaotic world which I am a part is crumbling and all I think about is “what happens in the novel I was reading earlier”.
That is when I realized that I have been to cut off with the world. All I think about is stuff which is irrelevant. I have no time for people around me and for the things that really matter. All my life I have been like this, always thinking on something but not really thinking on the stuff which really matters. Not paying attention to the people who have been a part of my life and deserve my attention. I always hid behind my work so that I don’t have to talk to them, let them share their problem with me so that I might be able to help sort them out. I have isolated my life to a small circle of friends who don’t know me better then what they actually see. I have created countless walls around me hid myself behind those so I won’t have to face them, but I knew that some time I would actually have to face them and embrace the reality of life. My family and friends depend on me for my advice and support but alas! I have never been there to help them. I have always made excuses that I have so much work to do that I have shunned them from my life. We have become so far apart that now everyone is same to me “just another face in the crowd” which I will forget the moment I turned. I have absorbed myself so much in the world I have created that I have given no attention as to what is happening on the other side of those walls I have created.
I think it is now time to change for better. It’s time to start destroying those walls little by little, to let people in. I know it’s going to take time as ever revolution does but I will get there somehow. I have time or I hope I do, to change for better because if I don’t change myself it will be too late and I would become just another person who left without doing anything for the people he loved.

Prepared by Mohammad Ali (Guest Blogger)And Fakeha Ali

Thursday, 28 February 2013

Interview Rameeza Hassan





Name:
Rameeza Hasan

DOB:
16-09-93

Nickname: 
Mimmi

Favourite photographer:
Irfan Ahson

Favourite Car:
Audi S5

Favourite Place in World:
Eiffel be my eternal love .

Favourite Dish :
Qeema bharay karelay and only by my Nani maa .

Favourite Cafe or Resturant In your City:
Rok Bistro .

ISLOTIMES: Tell us about your life , ups and downs?
RAMEEZA: I love my life . Alhumdulillah i am the very favorite daughter of my parents and being the youngest one i am always enjoying the benefits .

ISLOTIMES: Your age when you started photography?
RAMEEZA: Umm .. when i was 13 years old , i am a pictures freak .

ISLOTIMES: Tell about your childhood?
RAMEEZA: Childhood , I don't remeber it exactly but an event i can never forget is that i was lost once in a shopping plaza ,  , but i was very cool back then , i did not cry haha . Then an hour later i got back to my family .

ISLOTIMES: Tell about your personal life?
RAMEEZA: Umm I am a Daughter of THE VERY BEST PARENTS in the world . I have two siblings . Talking about education , well , i am a student studying now in National University of Sciences And Technology . I am into everything except for studies haha but i ain't a bad student at all too , And when you talk about life i can't ignore my love for photography and pictures , I am always with my camera .

ISLOTIMES: Tell about the place you were born in?
RAMEEZA: Rawalpidi

ISLOTIMES: Tell about your Native Hometown?
RAMEEZA: Kashmir

ISLOTIMES: Tell about your studies and grades from class pre-nursery Onwards?
RAMEEZA: I was a top grader till the 3rd grade , then upto 6th grade were my bad years , i scored average  grades . But my teachers in 7th grade turned me to one of the topers of my school which continued till matriculation when i had a A+ grade . College was not a good place for me , but i got um A grade in my Intermedaite exams . Now Studying in NUST has killed me . I am a B+ student now .

ISLOTIMES: Fell in love with anyone ?
RAMEEZA: Yes with my camera , over and over again .

ISLOTIMES: Any Incident in your life ? If one then tell us ?
RAMEEZA: Okay I'll be sharing one of the happiest moments of life , when i got this best birthday present a DSLR camera on my birthday . It was a surprise birthday party planned for me by my Bhai , i unwrapped around 20 presents but opening this large box and seeing nikon i just started to shiver , my family was afraid that i might faint .

ISLOTIMES: Your inspiration from family and from photographers ?
RAMEEZA:Talkinh about inspiration from the family would obviously be my Late Khalu ( Dr.Tariq Ejaz) , I have respect for all the doctors , he being a doctor always impressed me . I wanted to be a doctor myself , but poor luck , alas! Photographer , yes i would again say Irfan Ahson is a great photographer always fascinating me with his work .

 ISLOTIMES: Your wish which you want to get true ? 
RAMEEZA:I want to open up my own restaurant , I am a food lover . I can cook well too , Eat my pizza and you might forget the best pizza outlets in town . I am a fan of that movie "Ratatouille"

ISLOTIMES: Have you ever gone hurt by someone? 
RAMEEZA:No .


ISLOTIMES: What's the place of photography in your life?
RAMEEZA: Um It is my Life . I literally hug and kiss my camera . You can get an idea from that .

ISLOTIMES: The person you hate the most ?
RAMEEZA: I don't hate any person up till now . The only thing i hate in this world are the cats .

ISLOTIMES: The place you want to visit and you like it the most ?
RAMEEZA: Paris .

ISLOTIMES: Have you ever captured a big event? Feelings? 
RAMEEZA: I now have covered a lot of events but my first photoshoot with a very well known cafe of Islamabad is totally the best one . I enjoy food photography alot . Getting to photoshoot for this big cafe as a first project totally made me proud .

ISLOTIMES: Have you ever gone mad on someone ?
RAMEEZA: I go mad everytime on my sister . Her laziness freaks me out totally .

ISLOTIMES: So Message for your fans ?
RAMEEZA: I love you all . Your love and feedback is what keeps me going . Love life , keep calm and eat cakes .

ISLOTIMES: Views about this biography started by Islotimes? 
RAMEEZA:A very friendly and fine interview i must say ! Thank you .

Fb Page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mimics-Rameeza-Hasan/133917723424153

Tuesday, 26 February 2013

PROXIES, PTA & YOUTH (BITTER TRUTH)







I still remember, i was in 11th grade, i saw this article in a newspaper, that some student is trying to get his head behind PTA's authority members in order to ban all those sites which kill the frustration of youngsters now a days. Yes, smoking sheesha is included in it but thats another topic.
What the article meant was that that person was trying to get rid of all the sexual sites or in other words porn, which were open and were accessible by just a click. People of Pakistan just loved watching Saasha Grey and other leading personalities at such websites. HEY? Don't now think that we're kids. If you're reading this blog, you are no longer a kid, trust me. We all know what youngsters do now a days.

Well guess what? That boy succeeded. No porn sites in Pakistan? That was a good work from his side. Well guess what? If we now a days have proxies for YouTube, why cant we have it for some channels which are being more demanded than YouTube. People in Pakistan love taking everything go simple and easy and thus, they love CDs and Software more than proxies. They just love the happy go lucky streaming. The CDs are no doubt available all over Pakistan, especially Karachi ! They even sell it live in the streets, the CDs as per our media had shown the other day.

Regarding software, the peak software, which was about three-to-four months back at its peak ,was HOTSPOT SHIELD. This software is known to everyone. Mostly to people who love streamful works. Its not hotspot shields' fault that people take it to such sites. It was designed to open sites which were banned in countries for basically JUST opening it? They didn't had the purpose of just PORN. Even in universities, people use hotspot shield to get Facebook opened. So, not their fault.



What we all are failing to see is that if we as a nation will continue to watch such stuff on personal basis, for killing out the damn frustration and the tensed atmosphere, or maybe just for enjoyment, we people would actually kill ourselves as a nation. We need to actually stop it. We know we have destroyed ourselves. Just let not the youngsters get themselves destroyed too. Its bad. AND WE ALL KNOW IT. 
Prepared By : Jamal Saeed & Fakeha Ali

Sunday, 24 February 2013

AARISH (INTERVIEW)

AARISH (INTERVIEW)


                                 
                                   


ISLOTIMES: Band Members:
AARISH: Ali imran (vocalist), Syed Haziq Ali (Guitarist), Fahad Sikandar(Bassist), Osman Rao(Drummer), Umar Bashir(pianist)



ISLOTIMES: Nick Names:
AARISH: Ali Imran(Haad Banger), Osman Rao(Shonu), Haziq(Keera), Fahad(Bag vocalist) Umer(ptv).


ISLOTIMES: Favorite Dishes : 
AARISH: Fries, Nachos and Afghani Burger.
ISLOTIMES: Where Did you get your name? 
AARISH: Don't really remember :/

ISLOTIMES: Who Could be said as the most talented person in the band? And why?
AARISH: The band is not based on one single talented person, it's a mixture of talents which makes them unique. Just for the sake of answering to this question we would say Umar Bashir as he is quite experienced.
ISLOTIMES: What makes you guys different from rest of the bands in Pakistan?
AARISH: We can't really differentiate Aarish from the rest of the Pakistani bands as there are many talented musicians working in our music industry but we would love to answer to this question after when we reach to mainstream.
ISLOTIMES: Study background?
AARISH: Ali Imran: Just Completed his intermediate. 
Haziq Ali, Osman Rao, Fahad Sikanadar: Alevels. 
Umar Bashir: Doing CIMA
ISLOTIMES: Describe Yourself, Tell us what kind of Team you are?
AARISH: We all were in a same school and know each other for about 5 years now. We support/work together, have respect for each other, and help one another when needed.
ISLOTIMES: You guys are quite young? Do you guys think that you are old enough to enter the music industry of Islamabad?
AARISH: Yes because age doesn't matter, If you have any talent you should put it to the place where it is meant to be. As if it is about age, Justin Bieber is one biggest example. Though we hate him! :P

ISLOTIMES: If you were able to sit under the table and listen to any two people speak, who would it be?
 AARISH: 1. Aahh we had a discussion about this one, but didn't reach anywhere since we all want to hear different people :P
2. Any street musician! Because they are full of inspiration, they suffer a lot to stick with their talents to and their dedication is the best thing about them. They are creative and good at improvising.

ISLOTIMES: Do you listen to classical music?

AARISH: Classical music, whether you love it or hate it, has been a powerful and helpful weapon for any band. So, yea we do listen/cover to classical music.


ISLOTIMES: Have you studied the history of sound and music?

AARISH: Uhh we don't want to Google it and fill the space and impress our fans just telling :P  we haven't.










ISLOTIMES: One female underground singer you guys would like to collaborate with?
AARISH: Not sure but we think Maria Fatima. As she is a great singer with a great voice.

ISLOTIMES: Have you found that women are more attracted to you when you tell them about your success?
AARISH: Pass :P


ISLOTIMES: Funniest moment at any performance?
AARISH: The speakers blew as soon as we were going to start :P
ISLOTIMES: Selena Gomez or Miley Cyrus?
AARISH: None.
ISLOTIMES: Where do you guys see yourselves in the next few years?
AARISH: We are sure we are not going to India :P like others when they reach to their extreme level. Ha-ha but yea we will be on a mainstream and will always make music for our nation.
ISLOTIMES: Any message for your fans?
AARISH: Keep supporting, You guys are our strength and everything, honestly we are here because of you all. Cheers :)

 ISLOTIMES: Views about islotimes?
AARISH: We think you Guys are promising, doing a great jog. And we hope islotimes keeps rounding up more music in the future. Best of luck :D





CREDITS: MARIAM IJAZ

FARAZ HUSSAIN ( PHOTOGRAPHER ) INTERVIEW



 Name: Faraz Hussain
Nickname: Farazi
DOB : March 14th, 1998
Favorite dish: Anything Well Cooked Except Vegetables.
Give us a brief introduction about yourself?
Hmm I Belong to A army Family. Always Moving around the Country and exploring new places and meeting new people By Nature I'm A Friendly and Easy going Person. Nothing to worry about and a happy life.
Study background?
I got the Degree of Primary School haha I'm studying in Class 9th.
Photography as a passion or just a hobby?
Photography is Just My Hobby bcoz I'm always crazy about Army and it's the only Profession which matters to me I think.




 How did you got into photography stuff?
Actually I never Liked Photography Much. My brother was Gifted a DSLR and the same week he joined PMA. So having a good Camera just involved me in Photography stuff.
Who are your inspirations?
My Fatther is my Hero and mY inspiration (No Photography Stuff)
What else are your hobbies except photography?
I'm fully a Sportsman, POLO, Swimming, Squash. And I would say I can't live without Horse Riding.. and I'm totally into Computer programming and hacking stuff..
Would you like to have interns with you?
No, bcoz Photography is just my hobby and I'm not doing it Professionally.
Who is the one person you would like to do or dying to do photo-shoot of?I think there isn't anyone. 


Was photography your passion?No, It's just a Hobby and I think it will remain a Hobby.
In which kind of Photography section do you focus/ have more fun like fashion photo-shoots, outdoor shoots or wedding photo-shoots etc.?I mostly enjoy Outdoor photo-shoots e.g. Sun Sets and animals.
You got an opportunity to do photo shoot for many magazines and known
people in this glamorous industry how was your experience working with them?
Whatever I get I just enjoy it and get alot of Experience.
What is important?
1. Good camera
2. Editing skills
3. Good face
I think a GOOD Camera is the most important thing. Mostly people believe in good editing skills but I think Editing is not a part of Photography.
Let’s get a bit technical which cameras do you use? And it would be really great if you give a short review about it too?
I'm using NIKON D-7000. It is simply a Great Camera. It's Focus points and it's battery are just amazing.


Who has been most supportive while you were becoming a Photographer mum or dad?
Actually I don't want to become a Photographer By Passion so whatever I do in the Field of Photography everyone appreciate me much. My ideas are just amazing according to Mostly people.
Any moment when you were like I am the best photograph and you are leaving photography?
Nup I never thought of such thing because u can never be best. U always remain a student and U always need some guide.
Which,when,where were the best/interesting events you have covered till now?
I have covered 1 of NUST convocation's last year. But I don't really cover events, I got an offer but have to reject it because of my studies.
One embarrassing and funny moment while you were on your work?
When you are doing random Photography and people say "Yar humaray liye 1 achi se DP tu kehanch ke de DSLRi affect ke sath :P)
What are the other goals you have?
My Goal is to become a Great Army Officer That is the best way I can serve my mohterland I think.
Where do you see yourself in next few years?I Can't really guess What I would be doing in next few years but Hopefully would be in Army.
Any message for your fans?
I would just Like to say Thanks to their Support
Views about IsloTimes:You people are doing very good in permoting the young Talent of our country. The country need it.