My first shoot was for a clothing brand. It was the most meaningful one to me because there I met Munsif Ali who is like a brother to me....
What does success mean to you?
Success means to have inner peace.
What is the most challenging thing about this career?
Competition. There is a lot of competition in the modelling career.
Who is your role model?
David James Gandy! I like the way he styles and poses for shoots.
From all your projects so far, which was the most meaningful to you, and why?
My first shoot was for a clothing brand. It was the most meaningful one to me because there I met Munsif Ali who is like a brother to me.
Do you believe good looks and connections are the only things that make a star?
Good looks and connections help you become a star, but to sustain and ensure a long inning, you need to have talent.
How has social media changed things for you?
Social media is a new revolution and to survive in show business, you cannot ignore it.
How do you deal with self-doubt?
I don’t doubt myself because I believe in skills, prowess and the hard work that I invest into my work.
Three pieces of advice for aspiring actors.
Stay fit, be confident and respect your seniors.
The best thing about being a teenager was
No responsibilities; no tension
The worst thing about being a teenager was
Waking up early for school
My favourite actor
Fawad Khan
My favourite band
Strings
My favourite superhero
Superman
My closet was full of
Sports wear
My favourite subject was
Pakistan Studies
I wish I had known then
How to become a good football player
Relations with family
Very good
I couldn’t stand
Liars and fraudsters
My least favourite
subject was Maths
My friends were
Too naughty and not that loyal to me
My favourite food
Barbecue
My favourite sport was
Football
Things you couldn’t live without
Family, cycling, football and my football gloves
Coordination by
Ehsan Iqbal
