After almost a decade away from the world of drama serials, Mehwish Hayat will be returning to the small screen. Starring alongside Ahsan Khan and Hira Mani, Mehwish will be portraying a complex character in a serial that promises love, secrets, and suspense.
The announcement of the actor's return to dramas has delighted her fans. "She's amazing on screen, gives every role her all," commented a user. "OMG, my favourite onscreen pair will be starring together. I'm super excited!" gushed another.
Mehwish last starred in Dil Lagi opposite Humayun Saeed in 2016. In the show, Mehwish played Anmol, who falls into a clash with Humayun's Mohid over an eviction notice. However, affection begins to bloom between the two not long after.
In addition, Mehwish has starred in a number of films, including Nabeel Qureshi's debut Na Maloom Afraad and Nadeem Baig's Punjab Nahi Jaungi, cementing herself as a frequent face on the big screen. The Pakistani star even made her Hollywood debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe series Ms Marvel, which also had Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy on board as a director.
As of late, the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz recipient starred in the music video for Indian rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh's song Jatt Mehkma. The music video begins with well-to-do individuals and pairs entering a lavish gathering and quickly mingling until their attention is drawn to the hosts descending the stairs - Mehwish and the rapper. The announcement of the collaboration was made in a cheeky behind-the-scenes video, in which the two were dressed in their rich attire from the music video.
However, it seems that this is as close to Bollywood as Mehwish will get, as in June last year, she explained why she prefers not to work in the neighbouring industry. "I received many offers from Bollywood, but I declined all of them," she revealed in a podcast.
"I have countless opportunities here in Pakistan. I have been part of the revival of Pakistani cinema and some of its biggest and most successful films. I have received immense respect and love in my country," she added. "After gaining so much recognition and success in my own country, I felt that I should not accept offers from Bollywood. I enjoy my work here in Pakistan. People come to watch my films with their families, and that is a great achievement."
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