Google Unveils Pakistan’s Top Searches of 2024

Google has released data on the most searched events, topics, and personalities by Pakistanis in 2024. The data is categorized into six main sections: Cricket, Personalities, Movies & Dramas, Recipes, Science & Technology, and “How-To” queries. Here’s a look at the key highlights of the year.

🏏 Cricket

Cricket remains a fan-favorite in Pakistan, with searches dominated by major tournaments and matches. The top 10 cricket-related searches are as follows:

1. T20 World Cup
2. Pakistan vs England
3. Pakistan vs Bangladesh
4. Pakistan vs Australia
5. Pakistan vs India
6. PSL 2024 Schedule
7. Pakistan vs USA
8. India vs England
9. India vs South Africa
10. India vs England

Cricket enthusiasts also showed a keen interest in the PSL 2024 schedule and followed key matchups, particularly Pakistan vs. India, which remains a fan-favorite every year.

🌟 Top Personalities

Google’s list of the most searched personalities in Pakistan for 2024 reflects interest in a mix of sports stars, social media influencers, and business tycoons. The list includes:

1. Abbas Attar
2. Etel Adnan
3. Arshad Nadeem (Gold medalist in Javelin Throw at the Paris Olympics 2024)
4. Sana Javed (TV actress)
5. Sajid Khan
6. Shoaib Malik (Pakistani cricketer)
7. Hareem Shah (Social media influencer)
8. Manahil Malik (TikTok star)
9. Zoya Nasir
10. Mukesh Ambani (Indian business tycoon)

The nation’s pride, Arshad Nadeem, drew considerable attention following his historic achievement of winning a gold medal in the javelin throw at the Paris Olympics 2024.

🎥 Movies & Dramas

Both Bollywood and local dramas remain a key part of Pakistan’s entertainment consumption. The following movies and TV shows were the most searched in 2024:

1. Heera Mandi
2. Barahwi Fail
3. Animal
4. Mirzapur
5. Street 2
6. Ishq Murshid
7. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
8. Dunki
9. Bigg Boss 17
10. Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum

From the much-anticipated Bollywood film “Heera Mandi” to popular TV shows like “Bigg Boss 17,” the entertainment landscape remained diverse. Local productions like “Ishq Murshid” also made it to the list.

🔍 How-To Queries

Practical searches are a key part of Pakistani users’ internet activity. The top “How-To” queries reflect daily challenges and lifestyle needs. Here are the most searched “How-To” questions:

1. How to find a polling station?
2. How to earn millions before grandmother passes away?
3. How to buy a used car?
4. How to keep flowers fresh for a longer time?
5. How to download YouTube videos on a computer?
6. How to earn without investment?
7. How to teach a four-year-old to share?
8. How to remove grass stains from jeans?
9. How to resume workouts after a knee injury?
10. How to watch the World Cup live?

Queries like “how to find a polling station” and “how to watch the World Cup live” reflect the significance of elections and cricket in Pakistani society.

🍲 Cooking Recipes

Food lovers in Pakistan showed their love for both traditional and experimental recipes in 2024. The top searched recipes include:

1. Banana Bread Recipe
2. Malpura Recipe
3. Garlic Bread Recipe
4. Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
5. Tawa Kaleji Recipe
6. Peach Iced Tea Recipe
7. Creamy Pasta Recipe
8. Pizza Recipe
9. Indomie Noodles Recipe
10. Hash Browns Recipe

From traditional delicacies like Malpura to international classics like Garlic Bread and Chocolate Chip Cookies, Pakistani users explored a range of culinary delights.

💻 Science & Technology

The rise of AI, new gadgets, and smartphones captured the attention of tech enthusiasts. Here are the top 10 tech-related searches:

1. ChatGPT Login
2. Bing Image Creator
3. Infinix Note 30
4. Vivo Y100
5. Jamie Nye
6. Infinix Hot 50 Pro
7. Redmi 16 Pro Max
8. iPhone 16 Pro Max
9. Infinix Note 40
10. Remaker AI

Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT and Bing Image Creator were among the most sought-after platforms. Smartphone enthusiasts closely followed releases like the iPhone 16 Pro Max, Infinix Note 30, and Vivo Y100.

Conclusion

The 2024 Google search trends in Pakistan provide a window into the country’s evolving interests, passions, and priorities. From cricketing moments and Olympians to Bollywood movies, tech tools, and culinary adventures, these searches offer insight into the heart of Pakistani society. As the year ends, these topics highlight a mix of entertainment, learning, and self-improvement goals for the nation’s digital audience.