HELLO! Pakistan June 2017 | Page 100

‘ By referring to a longer project , I think you are hinting at a feature film – why not ? To be the best you have to work with the best ’

98 ot all men are created equal

N and Hello !’ s newest cover star , Emmad Irfani , is a case in point . Besides being undoubtedly handsome , he is blessed with a pleasing personality – speak to him , and he ’ ll talk with even tone candour barely ever striking the wrong chord . It ’ s nice to meet a gentleman of the old school . He loves Queen , Axl Rose , and has a penchant for Mark Twain – pretty classic , wouldn ’ t you say ! For just about a year or two he has been on TV viewers ’ radar for some notable work on the silver screen . Emmad is making his mark – his career on television has been fuelled by his passion for acting . Former model and the ad man ’ s sweetheart , he is always vying to stay on top of his game ; fitness is also one of them . We speak to our main man at a Lahore farmhouse to learn more , accompanied by the city ’ s most classic style pundits Ather Shahzad who click and create this gorgeous photoshoot .

As you look back at your life today , what is that one unforgettable moment that was the turning point that led you to where you are now ?
I ’ ll start with my favourite quote by Mark Twain : ‘ The two most important days in your life are the day that you are born and the day you find out why .’ Some people are lucky to know why ; some evolve in search of that why ; while many struggle in quest of ‘ why ?’ The life changing moment for me was when I realised that this is what I was born to do . I have realised in life we cannot run from who we are – sooner or later our destiny chooses us .
Tell us about your on-the- rise acting career in Pakistani popular TV drama industry ?
It ’ s been four years since I took a leap of faith and made the decision to make acting my fulltime career . It has given me a medium to explore myself ; be in the constant pursuit of excellence to improve my craft ; live the lives of the characters I ’ m responsible for giving life to ; and keep on inspiring , in whatever way I can . I see no reason why I cannot go to new scenarios – it ’ s just a matter of hard work and the belief I have in myself .
What are some qualities as an actor that you aspire to inculcate in your range ?

I aspire to have the right attitude . The one thing that s