Actress Mehwish Hayat has expressed her desire to inspire girls through her acting and career choices. She shared insights about her journey and future plans during a recent podcast appearance.

Mehwish Hayat said that although she has worked on relatively few projects, the quality of her work has made her a memorable figure in Pakistani showbiz. “I usually work on only one project a year, but my one project is very good, which makes people always remember my work,” she noted.

She highlighted her preference for challenging and difficult roles, revealing that directors often choose her first for such parts. “Whenever a difficult role is created in a film or drama, I am the first choice for filmmakers,” she said.

Advocating strong female characters

The actress stressed the importance of women-centric stories in Pakistani dramas and films. She believes that characters such as female police officers, doctors, or lawyers can motivate women to achieve more in real life. “Pakistani media should feature stories and characters of women that inspire them to move forward,” she explained.

Mehwish Hayat pointed out that although she has been in the industry for 12 to 15 years, the impact of her work makes it seem as if she has been performing for over two decades. She expressed optimism about her future, hoping to continue working in showbiz for another 20 years and reach even greater heights.

Throughout her career, Mehwish Hayat has aimed to set a positive example for girls. “I want girls who like me to get inspiration from me. They should see me as an ideal, get motivation, and strive for excellence,” she said.