Saira Agha

You may know him as a celebrity fitness trainer and a health expert, but for those who have sought training from him, call him "the guru". Their bodies, lives and style of living have been completely transformed by him, a credit he humbly accepts."If people are trusting me with their lives, it is binding upon me to deliver, to make them happy, to pull them out from shadows of unhealthy living … [Read more...] about Celebrity fitness trainer Asif Butt — upwards and onwards

Tell us about your foray into direction and production. How did it all begin for you?I joined PTV as a show host in 1974. But apart from hosting, I would also do other tasks such as writing the script for the show and discussing it with the director. I was then asked to pursue direction in which I was initially not interested. However, when job openings came out in 1975, I applied and got … [Read more...] about Pride of Pakistan Sultana Siddiqui

Tell us about your entry into politics. How did it all begin for you? Did you always know this was the field for you?I always had a keen interest in politics - it's ingrained in me via a long history of political involvement. My grandfather Makhdoom Mureed Hussain was a member of the central legislative assembly of India before Partition and my father, who also served as Punjab governor in the … [Read more...] about Pride of Pakistan Shah Mahmood Qureshi

Tell us about your foray into acting and talk show hosting? How did it all begin for you?Both acting and hosting are part of a long journey for me. I always wanted to become an actor and I remained involved in these things since my early days as I was there in every school or college play during student life. I started my film and PTV career in the same year and I did not had to struggle hard … [Read more...] about Pride of Pakistan Ahsan Khan

Tell us about your foray in the field of engineering, writing and singing. How did it all begin for you?I used to cover songs as a natural gift. These songs included "Aei Ga Aaane Waala" from 'Mahal' and "Awaz De Kahan Hai?" by Surinder Kaur and Noor Jahan. My singing remained restricted to family and school. The talent was encouraged by my mother Mumtaz Begum, daughter of poet cum … [Read more...] about Pride of Pakistan Amjad Parvez

Tell us about your foray in the field of acting. How did it all begin for you?I joined acting by accident.You have played a variety of characters in a wide range of drama serials. Which character has been your favourite and why?Each character has had a positive impact in my life. However, to answer your question, I would say 'O Rangreza', Chammi from 'Aangan', Dr Zobia in 'Yaqeen Ka … [Read more...] about Pride of Pakistan, Sajal Ali

Tell us about your foray into the field of acting. How did it all begin for you?I come from a showbiz family. My mother was a renowned television star in her own right. I used to accompany her on shoots and absolutely loved the atmosphere I experienced. Even from childhood, I always knew that that was what I wanted to do. My first break came when I did a bubble gum advertisement as a child. It … [Read more...] about Pride of Pakistan Mehwish Hayat

Tell us about your foray into the field of fashion. How did it all begin for you?The field of fashion encourages me to channel my innovativeness. At Sania Maskatiya, we have a vision where creativity can flourish through bespoke artisanship, traditional handwork and modern silhouettes.Do you think it is necessary to study fashion professionally for one to be a successful designer?To be … [Read more...] about Pride of Pakistan, Sania Maskatiya

Tell us about your foray into the field of activism. When did you decide it was the right time for you to do that?After all that I experienced and the problems and struggles I went through, I realised there was an urgent need to do something for others, especially women because I did not want even a single woman to go through something that I had.Do you believe you have been served justice … [Read more...] about Pride of Pakistan: Mukhtara Mai

Tell us about your venture into social work and philanthropy. How did it all begin for you?I have always been associated with various social welfare projects. I suppose this is a 'calling' like any other and if one has the motivation, there's always an opportunity to get involved.You are the founder and the president of SOS Children's Villages. Why did you decide to name the organisation … [Read more...] about Pride of Pakistan Souriya Anwar