JAMO magazine January 2015/ 13th issue | Page 33

My Childhood, My Parents & My Teenage.

I was very mean and aggressive as a kid. I never liked to share anything, even with Shehry. Since he was older, he had to be the good brother and let me have what I want. I was also very mischievous when it came to video games. I would play Sega, Pacman, Street Fighter and Tiny Toons all day. I'd even get blisters on my thumbs from playing so much, but I'd still tell my mom that "Abhi toh maine shuroo kiya hai" ("I've only started playing now").

When I was in the first grade in Pakistan, I would only play with girls during my tafreeh (free) time and all of the boys in the class would hate me for that. But all in all, I have always tried to be fair about things because I am a Libra.

I was very mean and aggressive as a kid. I never liked to share anything, even with Shehry. Since he was older, he had to be the good brother and let me have what I want. I was also very mischievous when it came to video games. I would play Sega, Pacman, Street Fighter and Tiny Toons all day. I'd even get blisters on my thumbs from playing so much, but I'd still tell my mom that "Abhi toh maine shuroo kiya hai" ("I've only started playing now").

When I was in the first grade in Pakistan, I would only play with girls during my tafreeh (free) time and all of the boys in the class would hate me for that. But all in all, I have always tried to be fair about things because I am a Libra.

We're both our parents' favorite. However, I am definitely a Mama's boy since I stay home a lot and help her out with things. We argue and then make up with each other, and I make tea for her; I've always been her laadla (dearest). Shehry is a Daddy's boy because he works with my Dad a lot. Shehry even helps him out with his business. But at the end of the day, they both love us equally.

The best thing about growing up with my siblings is that having an older brother makes you feel protected and you know that you can't make any mistakes because your brother is always there watching you. Having Maha, my little sister, is a blessing for sure. I've seen her grow and with that, she has taught me how to respect women much more than I did before.

Shehry is my older brother, Waqas is my older cousin and Atif is our mutual friend. Blood relations aside, my relationship with the DhoomBros is very strong. We're always there for each other through thick and thin. With time, our relationship with each other keeps getting stronger.

I want to explore different characters. I want to be able to expand my horizons with acting and learn different things from every role that I have the opportunity to portray. Acting can be a huge learning process, if given the chance. There is so much one can learn and experience through depicting a variety of characters, and I want to be able to experience it all.

I think I'll be a failure in life if I discontinue acting. I love to act. I have a passion for acting and it's what I take classes for. If I try to even think of an alternative, I would be fooling myself. Stereo-typically, a profession in the entertainment industry is not encouraged in Desi families, so I'm extremely blessed to have a family that supports me all throughout.

My Best Friend, My Role &

My Profession.

My Resolution & My Dream Girl.

To become a better actor and to work hard to achieve my dream.I'd like someone who is caring and supportive in what I do, and also be able to understand the way I feel without me having to tell her. Being an amazing cook is also a plus! Lastly, I'd like someone who brings me closer to Allah.