Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan was sentenced Tuesday to 10 years in jail, state media and a spokesman for his party said, in a controversial case related to a leaked document.

The sentence, handed down following a trial held inside the jail where Khan has been detained for much of the time since his arrest in August, comes as the country heads to the polls on February 8.

“Former prime minister Imran Khan and PTI (Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf) vice-president (Shah Mahmood) Qureshi have been sentenced to 10 years each inside prison in the cypher case,” a spokesman for the party told AFP.

The case centres around how the pair handled a so-called “cypher” sent by Pakistan’s ambassador to the United States that alleged Washington was complicit in a plot to turf Khan from office in 2022.

Millions of people will vote in polls in less than two weeks, in a campaign marred by allegations of pre-vote rigging and Khan’s party heavily suppressed.

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The 69th Hyundai Filmfare Awards 2024 with Gujarat Tourism, hosted at GIFT City Gandhinagar, was a dazzling spectacle that showcased the glitz and glamour of Hindi cinema. Renowned for its stylish red carpet moments, the recent awards ceremony was no exception, as celebrities graced the event in their most fashionable ensembles. 

Alia Bhatt turned heads in a stunning white corseted saree, radiating elegance and poise. Kareena Kapoor Khan opted for a bold statement in a vibrant red saree, while Karisma Kapoor sparkled in a colourful shimmering saree, adding a touch of glamour to the evening. The men were equally impressive, with Ranbir Kapoor exuding charm in a classic suit, and Varun Dhawan looking dapper as he made his way down the red carpet. 

The awards night not only celebrated the achievements of the industry’s talented individuals but also served as a showcase for the latest trends and fashion-forward choices in Bollywood. Take a look:

The 69th Hyundai Filmfare Awards 2024 with Gujarat Tourism, a two-day celebration of Hindi cinema culminated with a star-studded Awards Ceremony in Gift City on January 28. The finest talents of the film industry won top honours. In attendance were some of Bollywood’s biggest stars including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Sara Ali Khan, Kartik Aryan, Varun Dhawan and others. Amidst the red carpet appearances, performances, winning speeches and candid interactions, several moments went viral.

In case you missed it, here are the top viral moments from the Filmfare Awards 2024:

Alia and Ranbir recreate Animal’s viral song Jamal Kudu

Raha’s parents had a blast at the Filmfare Awards 2024 as they broke into the viral Jamal Kudu dance from Animal. Ranbir stepped down from the stage amidst his performance to dance with Alia as the two balanced a glass on their heads. The two kissed before Ranbir returned to the stage.

Kareena Kapoor Khan returns to the Filmfare stage

Kareena Kapoor Khan made her comeback at the Filmfare Awards as she performed in GIFT City, Gujarat. The actress grooved to her hit songs including Yeh Ishq Haaye and Chammak Challo. Her sister Karisma Kapoor cheered along with the crowd as she sizzled on stage.

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12th Fail bags the Filmfare Award for Best Film

12th Fail had quite a moment at the 69th Hyundai Filmfare Awards 2024 with Gujarat Tourism. Directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra and starring Vikrant Massey and Medha Shankr, the film won the Filmfare Award for Best Film. Vikrant, Medha and the rest of the film’s team went up on stage to receive the Black Lady.

Janhvi Kapoor and Orry showcase their camaraderie

After a dazzling performance, Janhvi Kapoor enjoyed the show from the front row. In a fun interaction, Maneish Paul dared her to kiss someone on the head. The actress decided to plant a sweet kiss on Orry’s head as the latter blushed.

Ranbir Kapoor and Triptii Dimri set the stage on fire for the first time

Fans still can’t get enough of Ranbir and Triptii’s pairing in Animal. The two showed off their chemistry in a stunning performance on the Filmfare Awards stage for the first time since the film’s release. They danced to the romantic number Pehle Bhi Main. Needless to say, they set the stage on fire.

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Alia Bhatt, Karan Johar and Ayushmann Khurrana dance to Waht Jhumka?

Another viral moment from the Filmfare Awards 2024 saw Alia, Karan and Ayushmann get on stage to dance to What Jhumka? from Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. The three led the audience with the hook step.

Varun Dhawan pays homage to David Dhawan ft. Karisma Kapoor

Varun Dhawan’s smashing performance saw him dance to several hit tracks from his father David Dhawan’s iconic films. The actor grooved to What Is Mobile Number and Main Toh Raste Se Jaa Raha Tha, among other songs. He was joined on stage by the OG Karisma Kapoor. The actress took the performance to the next level, leaving audiences cheering.

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