Pakistan’s legendary actress Mehwish Hayat shared her ambition for inspiring young girls through her acting and career choices. Mehwish opened up about her journey, creative philosophy, and plans for the future in a podcast.
Quality Over Quantity in an Acting Career
She revealed that she prefers working on fewer projects while focusing on impactful roles that leave lasting impressions. “I usually take on one project a year, but I make sure it’s meaningful and high quality,” she explained. The actress believes her selective approach has helped her stand out in the entertainment industry.
Known for Taking on Challenging Roles
Hayat said directors often approach her first for emotionally complex and demanding characters. “Whenever a difficult role is written, filmmakers choose me as their first option,” she remarked, adding that such roles allow her to grow as an artist.
Promoting Strong Female Representation
The Punjab Nahi Jaungi star emphasized the need for women-centric stories in Pakistani dramas and films. She urged creators to portray women as doctors, lawyers, or police officers to inspire real-life empowerment. “Pakistani media should highlight strong female characters that encourage women to move forward,” she said.
Continuing Her Journey to Inspire
Talking about her over a decade-long exposure in showbiz, she expressed pride in her achievements and optimism about the future. She said: “I want girls to see me as an inspiration and gain motivation and try their best for success.”
