{"id":2479,"date":"2025-06-09T09:26:12","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T04:26:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/youdigital.pk\/en\/?p=2479"},"modified":"2025-06-09T08:23:37","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T03:23:37","slug":"ali-zafar-honors-gilgit-baltistan-with-shina-language-song","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/youdigital.pk\/en\/2025\/06\/09\/ali-zafar-honors-gilgit-baltistan-with-shina-language-song","title":{"rendered":"Ali Zafar Honors Gilgit-Baltistan with Shina Language Song"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"495\"><strong>ISLAMABAD: On Eid-ul-Adha 2025, Ali Zafar released a special song titled \u2018Karay Karay\u2019, his first track in the Shina language, celebrating the rich culture and heritage of Gilgit-Baltistan.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"495\">The song beautifully showcases the region\u2019s stunning landscapes, vibrant traditions, and cultural diversity.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"495\">This release continues Ali Zafar\u2019s dedication to promoting Pakistan\u2019s linguistic variety through music.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"556\">Authentic Collaboration Celebrating Regional Heritage<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"953\">\u2018Karay Karay\u2019 features the soulful voice and composition of local artist Salman Paras, adding genuine local flavor.<br data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"675\" \/>Ali Zafar directed and produced the song with his longtime creative partner Ali Mustafa, while the heartfelt lyrics were written by Zafar Waqar Taj.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">From Balochi to Sindhi, Pashto to Saraiki \u2014 the journey to honour and celebrate this beautiful land of Pakistan continues.<br \/>\nThis time, it\u2019s a tribute to the breathtaking landscapes and beautiful people of Gilgit-Baltistan, in the Shina language.<br \/>\nJoin the premiere tomorrow at 6 PM.\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/oaYfEH8lpQ\">pic.twitter.com\/oaYfEH8lpQ<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Ali Zafar (@AliZafarsays) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/AliZafarsays\/status\/1930629013413691854?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">June 5, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><br data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"826\" \/>The music video includes the beloved Gilgit-Baltistan personality, Rainbow Chacha, enhancing the connection to local culture.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1004\">Widespread Appreciation and Cultural Impact<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1546\">Within 24 hours, the video went viral, gaining over 100,000 views and receiving praise from fans nationwide.<br data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1116\" \/>Listeners, even those unfamiliar with the Shina language, applauded the song\u2019s emotional power and rhythm.<br data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1225\" \/>Fans expressed admiration for Ali Zafar\u2019s continuous efforts to spotlight Pakistan\u2019s regional languages and cultures through his music.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1546\"><br data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1363\" \/>In his Eid message, Ali Zafar also lauded the warmth and hospitality of Gilgit-Baltistan\u2019s people and emphasized the importance of sharing Pakistan\u2019s cultural beauty with the world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD: On Eid-ul-Adha 2025, Ali Zafar released a special song titled \u2018Karay Karay\u2019, his first track in the Shina language, celebrating the rich culture and heritage of Gilgit-Baltistan. The song beautifully showcases the region\u2019s stunning landscapes, vibrant traditions, and cultural diversity. This release continues Ali Zafar\u2019s dedication to promoting Pakistan\u2019s linguistic variety through music. 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