Ever since we’ve been hit by the COVID-19 crisis, people around the world are in a lockdown situation; while staying at home can be horrific for some people, for others it’s not. With that being said, everyone around the world is trying to adjust and make most of this situation by doing things they never had time to do, binge-watch TV shows and all the things to keep them busy. Libas Now, got in touch with celebrities to know what they are doing to pass their time in lockdown.
My pandemic survival plan is to catch up on my sleep.
Ahmed Ali Akbar
Actor
I’m living a life that’s no different from my regular day. I usually stay at home; making my meals, cleaning up after me, playing video games, guitar and my piano. I read or watch to learn.
Ali Abbas
TV Actor
I have found new ways of expressing my sorrow and joy in times of lockdown; sketching and writing.
Ali Rehman Khan
Actor
I’ve been going on daily walks and reading a lot of books during this time.
I’ve been watching a lot of news and TV. Other than that, it’s just domestic chores since I’m all alone. I’m also trying to connect with my fans through Instagram live sessions.
All of the band members have been at home, working on their own routines and improving on their instrument skills. Additionally, the band is learning music production via online courses and their equipment’s at home as going to the studio and recording is not an option, currently. Their recent video of their song Tifl from their “Live Quarantine Sessions” has been the first milestone in producing and mixing tracks.
I’ve been playing a lot more video games than I usually do. Other than that, it’s just sleeping, taking safety precautions, staying at home and praying.
I’ve been brushing up on my guitar skills, writing some new songs and completing some old ones; I’ve also been cooking a lot. More so, I’m recording a few covers; the plan is to make
Daniyal Raheel
TV Actor/Director/Producer
I’ve been busy taking care of the copious plants that I have at home and learning how to paint via YouTube tutorials. I got all my art supplies before the lockdown, so I am putting them to good use.
Emmad Irfani
Actor
I am working on the things that I want to improve on; which includes adapting the reading habit, which I’m working on. More so, despite the challenges of not having any gyms/parks open, I try to go for a daily run on the roadside. In this time of adversity, I have decided to keep working on myself and whenever it’s over, I am going to come out as a more refined and improved version of myself; and with more skills than before.
I finally get to spend time at home with my mum and also connect with my fans via daily live chats on my Instagram!
Junaid Khan
Actor/Singer
I have been catching up on some family time with my boys, which I usually miss during crazy shoot schedules.
Krewella
EDM Artists
We’ve been trying to see this as an opportunity for self-growth, reflect, heal, process emotions and re-calibrate ourselves, because we never got such an open schedule and stillness in life before. This time is an opportunity to experiment and see what natural rhythm our bodies settle into. Due to recent rains and less traffic in Los Angeles, it’s been very quiet and we’re watching the sunsets more often than usual, basking in the sun and tending to the succulents in the garden.
Because of reduced shooting hours, I have all the time in the world; which means a lot of cooking, cleaning, laundry and working out (the last bit goes without saying though). All of this is very therapeutic, so everything is working out perfectly.
I’m going to take dancing lessons on YouTube. In the meanwhile, I am cleaning up my closet and giving stuff away to the charity (after thoroughly washing them, of course).
I’ve been practising a lot of music and managed to compose two new songs that would be coming out real soon. Besides that, I used this time as a tool to self-reflect which helped me channel my thoughts and hear myself for a change.
Being an early riser, I have used this time to get some work done and some cooking (chicken karahi has also happened). Spending time with the family goes without saying; playing with my son outside, spring cleaning, video games, workout sessions, watching movies together and board games (ironically, one of the games we play is called “Pandemic”)
Rabab Hashim
TV Actress
It’s the best time to get back to basics that we neglect because of our work routines. So, I have been doing a lot of reading, baking and spending time with family.
I’ve developed a habit of spending time outside, clearing my mind and shutting off from the world (no phones, wifi etc). This way I’m able to connect with nature as well. I am also working on new musical ideas in the studio. Ali Hamza, Kami Paul and I are working on new compositions as well as Ali’s first solo album.
Between intense video gaming sessions, movie marathons and cat hugs; the one thing I get lost for hours doing is working on my comic book illustrations. Simply put, I draw. A lot.
Shehrazade Sheikh
Director
My quarantine routine has made me go back to the basics. Doing all the cooking and cleaning myself. Being in touch with loved ones more than usual.
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