Cricket: A Nation’s Passion
Unsurprisingly, cricket dominated the search trends, with the T20 World Cup generating the highest number of searches. Other cricket-related queries focused on major series involving Pakistan, including matchups against India, England, and Australia. Fans were also eager to follow the Pakistan Super League (PSL) schedule, showcasing the sport’s ongoing popularity in the country.
Top 10 Cricket-Related Searches:
- T20 World Cup
- PSL 2024 Schedule
- Pakistan vs England
- Pakistan vs Bangladesh
- Pakistan vs Australia
- Pakistan vs India
- Pakistan vs USA
- India vs England
- India vs South Africa
- India vs England
People: Spotlight on Athletes and Celebrities
In the people category, Pakistanis showed strong interest in their local celebrities and global figures. Arshad Nadeem, the javelin thrower who made history by winning Pakistan’s first-ever gold at the Paris Olympics 2024, was one of the most searched individuals. Other prominent names included cricket players like Shoaib Malik and Sajid Khan, as well as Mukesh Ambani, the Indian billionaire businessman.
Top 10 People Searches:
- Abbas Attar
- Etel Adnan
- Arshad Nadeem
- Sana Javed
- Sajid Khan
- Shoaib Malik
- Hareem Shah
- Minahil Malik
- Zoya Nasir
- Mukesh Ambani
Movies and Drama: India Takes the Lead
Indian entertainment dominated the search trends in the movies and drama category, with popular films and shows like Animal, Stree 2, and Heeramandi making waves. Pakistani drama lovers were also keen on watching international series like Mirzapur Season 3 and reality shows like Bigg Boss 17.
Top 10 Movies & Drama Searches:
- Heeramandi
- 12th Fail
- Animal
- Mirzapur Season 3
- Stree 2
- Ishq Murshid
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
- Dunki
- Bigg Boss 17
- Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum
Technology: The Rise of AI and Smartphones
In the tech category, Pakistanis were particularly drawn to the launch of the iPhone 16 Pro Max and the increasing interest in AI tools. Searches for platforms like ChatGPT and Gemini also surged, reflecting the growing curiosity around artificial intelligence. Additionally, local smartphone brands like Infinix and Vivo made it to the list of the most-searched tech items.
Top 10 Tech Searches:
- ChatGPT login
- Bing image creator
- Infinix Note 30
- Vivo Y100
- Gemini
- Infinix Hot 50 Pro
- Redmi Note 13
- iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Infinix Note 40
- Remaker AI
Recipes: A Culinary Year
Food enthusiasts also made their mark on Google searches. Popular recipes this year included traditional favorites like Tawa Kaleji and Malpura, along with sweet treats such as Chocolate Chip Cookies and Banana Bread. This reflects the nation’s love for experimenting with both local and international cuisines.
Top 10 Recipe Searches:
- Banana bread recipe
- Malpura recipe
- Garlic bread recipe
- Chocolate chip cookie recipe
- Tawa kaleji recipe
- Peach iced tea recipe
- Creamy pasta recipe
- Pizza recipe
- Egg noodle recipe
- Hashbrown recipe
How-To: The Year’s Most Searched Questions
Pakistanis were also eager to find practical solutions to everyday challenges. From checking polling stations to learning how to earn without investment, people sought guidance on a range of topics, including how to make flowers last longer and how to start working out after an injury.
Top 10 How-To Searches:
- How to check polling station
- How to make millions before grandma dies
- How to buy a used car
- How to make flowers last longer
- How to download YouTube videos on PC
- How to earn without investment
- How to teach my four-year-old to share
- How to get a grass stain out of jeans
- How to start working out again after a knee injury
- How to watch the World Cup live