In conversation with Hani Taha: Pakistan's First Voice at RADA
"I became an actor with this core purpose of changing the narrative of Muslims and Pakistanis globally." Hani Taha is the first Pakistani to be accepted into the prestigious Master's program at RADA, but acting wasn’t always part of her plan.
Tabarak Rehman In Conversation with TCF's Co-Founders
In December 2024, Tabarak Rahman ran 1,600 km across Pakistan to raise funds for The Citizens Foundation (TCF). The next day in Karachi, he met its co-founders for the first time to learn about TCF’s 1,000-school milestone, its history, mission, early challenges, and future vision.
Grace in Language - Remembering Talat Hussain
Choosing better words means choosing a better world. Few people could articulate this as well as Talat Hussain, a legend in Pakistan's media industry. Remembering him on his passing, we honor his contributions, sharing a clip from his 2018 interview with DW اردو where he discusses the state of spoken Urdu in Pakistan.
Faces of Karachi - Hussain Dawood
“The Adamjees, the Saigols, the Dawoods, and others, we were competitors but united in building the economy,” says Hussain Dawood, Chairman of Engro Corp. In this interview, he reflects on Pakistan’s early business landscape, education, and Karachi’s role in driving the economy.
Faces of Karachi - Deepak Perwani
“The city has given everything to me — the city is me. It is my identity; it is who I am today, and I am proud of it.” Deepak Perwani reflects on Karachi’s past, from childhood memories and cultural milestones to its diverse communities. He urges people to preserve this history for future generations.
Faces of Karachi - Byram D. Avari
Parsi leader and Avari Hotels former Chairman Byram D. Avari, Karachi’s beloved “Baba,” reflects on identity, legacy, and civic pride in an interview conducted before his passing in 2023.
Zafar Masud on the Goodness of People
“Those people did not know who they were saving… they only did it in the goodness of their hearts,” says Zafar Masud, CEO of Bank of Punjab, a survivor of the PK-8303 crash in May 2020. He reflects on being rescued by strangers—and how that moment changed his view of people forever.
A Netflix Original Made in Pakistan?
Asif Raza Mir reflects on his early PTV career, his venture into post-production, and the technical shortcomings holding Pakistan back from a Netflix original.
The 'Baloch Bolt'
Pakistani sprinter Mueed Baloch, known as the “Baloch Bolt,” began his journey in a small-town race and went on to win medals on the international stage. Yet even with his success, he highlights the lack of support and recognition for athletes in Pakistan.
The Pakistani Hornet
“Wearing the Pakistani shirt in the final of the US Junior Open was a proud moment for me,” says Huzaifa Ibrahim, who began playing squash at five and now dreams of becoming a world champion. From his first win in Peshawar to titles in Qatar, his passion has only grown.
Fatima Bhutto and the stories around us
"People are fundamentally allergic to intolerance, hate, and division," says Fatima Bhutto, acclaimed Pakistani writer and columnist. She speaks about the performative vulgarity of today’s leadership, the growing toxicity of social media, and the power of culture to both manipulate and elevate public perception.
A Moving Tale of Resilience - The Story of KDSP
“We were made to believe… that our daughter’s life was not worthy of living,” says Ali Allawala. Ali and Farzeen’s daughter, born with Down syndrome, inspired them to found KDSP - A Down Syndrome Organisation in 2014. The nonprofit supports families, champions inclusion, and challenges stigma.
Heroes among us: Air Cdre. (r) Shabbir Ahmed Khan and the story of Rashidabad
This is the story of two wars and two generations—of a young PAF officer named after a fallen hero, and of Air Commodore (R) Shabbir Ahmed Khan who dedicated his life to building a welfare city.
Dr. Ishrat Husain's book - The Economy of Modern Sindh
“Work means nothing without passion. If you don’t have passion, life becomes distress,” says Dr. Ishrat Husain, reflecting on his journey from being Governor, State Bank of Pakistan to Dean, IBA Karachi. In this interview, he discusses the process and key insights behind his book The Economy of Modern Sindh.
A Passion to Serve - The Story of Dr. Bari and The Indus Hospital
“Dreams are not what you see while sleeping. They are what keep you awake at night,” says Dr. Abdul Bari Khan, founder of Indus Hospital, reflecting on his journey of building a nationwide, free healthcare network.
The story behind SIUT and Pakistan's national treasure: Dr Adeeb Rizvi
“The future of SIUT is very bright, because it is not run by one person…but by the people who are working here,” says Dr. Adeeb Rizvi, Founder of SIUT, as he speaks about the remarkable, not-for-profit hospital.
Meet Pakistan's pret wear pioneer - TeeJay
“I didn’t invent the shalwar qameez — I just caught hold of the modern version of it, and then it didn’t stop,” says pioneering designer Tanveer Jamshed aka TeeJay. He reflects on his journey through fashion and advertising, his father's influence, and how his daughter Feeha carries his legacy forward.
Usman Riaz and Pakistan's First Hand-Drawn Animation Studio
“Bloom where you are planted,” says Usman Riaz, founder of Mano Animation Studios, who chose to stay in Pakistan and create the country’s first hand-drawn animated feature — proving that this art form could thrive in Pakistan.
How a 9th generation artisan strives for success and impact in Pakistan
“Nothing has a scope unless you create one for yourself,” says Hassan Kashi, a 9th-generation ceramic artist from Jamshoro, as he reflects on his journey to NCA Lahore, his father’s wisdom, and the struggles of rural artisans in Pakistan.
This 12-year-old footballer from Karachi will inspire you
Adeel Hanif, a 12-year-old footballer from Lyari, dreams of becoming a great footballer like Kylian Mbappé. In this interview, Hanif and his coach share the inspiring journey of his rise from the streets to the international stage.