Let’s see what are the likes and dislikes of this talented actress-cum-writer and director…
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Multi-talented Amar Khan is not only a fine actress but she is also an able writer and director. Khan has graduated as a filmmaker from Beacon House National University, Lahore. While studying, Khan ventured into making short films. Khan made her acting debut with short film ‘Chashm-e-Num’ in 2017. She started her TV career in 2018 with a supernatural series ‘Belapur Ki Dayan’. She then appeared in leading roles in ‘Ghughi’, ‘Dil-e-Bereham’, ‘Choti Choti Batain’ and as antagonist in ‘Dil-e-Gumshuda’.
As a writer, Khan wrote several critical acclaim projects including ‘Akkad Bakkad’, ‘Dard-e-Dil’, ‘Azaad Masi’, ‘Chashm-e-Num’ and ‘Black Wednesday’, of which ‘Black Wednesday’ earned her Best Film Award in Peace Category at 60 seconds International Film Awards.
Her upcoming projects include Ehtesham Uddin's directed feature film ‘Dum Mastam’ in which she is paired opposite Imran Ashraf and also wrote the project herself. The film is slated to be released somewhere in 2021. These days she is showing her acting skills in ‘Qayamat’ which is being aired on Geo TV. Let’s see what are the likes and dislikes of this talented actress-cum-writer and director…
What are your most memorable drama serials to-date?
‘Dil-e-Ghumshuda’ and ‘Belapur Ki Dayan’.
When did you first start writing?
Since my school days.
Do you write in English or Urdu?
Both.
Are you thinking of writing a novel?
Requires a lot of patience… so never!
Your favourite international labels?
Dior and Gucci.
What do you usually wear in daily life?
Jeans and a T.
What is your favourite thing in your closet right now?
My Gucci shades.
You are extremely possessive about?
My loved ones.
What’s the last thing you wrote?
Script of ‘Dum Mastam’.
What is the worst purchase you’ve ever made?
A bag ordered online which had a bad teary leather.
What’s your annoying habit?
Counting my steps.
What bores you the most?
Judgmental notions on anyone.
You are crazy about…
Films.
Your all-time favourite movie?
‘Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind’.
What are your healthy habits?
Consuming chia seeds and lots of vegetables.
Your favourite authors…
From Pakistan, currently Hanif Mohammad and Omar Shahid.
What’s the last thing you bought?
Bobbi Brown compact.
What books are on your bedside table?
Georgette Heyer and Agatha Christie’s short stories.
You get super uncomfortable when…
During an emotional scene somebody is smiling behind the lens… distracting gear is on.
Last picture you took?
A selfie.
First pay cheque?
15000 stipend for a theatre play.
What’s the most interesting thing you’ve read recently?
An article on ‘How 2020 will change the cinema world forever’.
Which fictional character would be the most exciting to meet in real life?
Bridget Jones.
How do you like to spend your Sundays?
Netflix and food.
First thing you do when you wake up in the morning?
Check my phone.
How do you unwind?
Listening to music and doing yoga.
What is one thing that always cheers you up when you are down?
Counting my blessings rather than being greedy for the future.
What is your favourite thing to do on a Saturday Night?
Catch up on life with friends.
When you are not working, you are usually…
Exercising and watching TV.
What do you think this country needs the most?
Less extremism mentally.
If you had access to a time machine, which era would you revisit?
’70s.
The most important relationship lesson you have learnt so far…
Don’t debate when you are angry.
If you weren’t an actor or a writer, what would you be?
A simple housewife.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
After 2020, I have stopped planning!
