In a candid chitchat with FUCHSIA, Pakistani actress Alina Abbas Shah shared some interesting facts about herself that we’re excited to reveal – things we bet you didn’t know!
Alina Abbas Shah entered the industry with two impactful characters, showcasing her talent in roles that left a lasting impression. Her initial appearance in Kuch Ankahi as Sehrish drew acclaim for its strong personality, earning her appreciation from the audience. Subsequently, she took the stage by storm in 22 Qadam as Naz Kariyana, a character that stood out on its own merit and further solidified her identity as an actor. Beyond the character itself, what added to the enjoyment was her penchant for being fashionably late and her evident passion for cricket.
She’s now on our screens as Safina in Noor Jahan, a daughter-in-law who’s not a damsel in distress but a damsel in stress, you got the gist? Safina, a character grappling with a really difficult mother-in-law, who doesn’t say it out loud but has a really cunning mind and knows how to play without getting into the spotlight as the culprit. Safina, who just lost her unborn daughter, returned to her seemingly ideal in-laws just for the sake of her sister’s marriage proposal, her journey continues, the character gathering strength with each episode.
We got to talk to Safina, AKA Alina Abbas Shah, and she revealed some interesting insights about herself. Read on to get to know her more!
1. A Perfect Sunday?
Alina: “I like my Sunday to be mad, I want it to be chaotic, I don’t like a peaceful, quiet Sunday. I want my family to come over, I want everybody to go mad on Sunday, I want it to be loud, messy. I basically like people to do things. I like my Sundays to be happening!” And this is what we call a full-of-life person, isn’t it?
2. A Part Of Safina That Is Like Alina. And A Part That’s Not!
Alina: “Where she talks to herself in the mirror, that’s what I do as well.” And a part that’s not? We asked. “She takes too much shit, Alina doesn’t!” Aaah, we think Safina could do well to take some tips from Alina, for sure!
3. One Thing Alina Would Never Do?
Alina: “Give chances to the same people for the same mistakes!” Wise decision!
4. A Favorite Quote Or Words From A Shair Or Poem Or Book That Resonate With You?
Alina: “A quote that resonates with me is by Charles Bukowski, find what you love and let it kill you“
5. Ever Stalked Someone On Instagram?
Alina: “Ahemm… I’ve three fake accounts, stalking is all I do. And… I’m very proud of it!” If you’re thinking you’re the biggest stalker, here comes the real thing – STALKER with a capital S!
6. The Most Daring Thing You’ve Ever Done?
Alina: “The most daring thing I’ve ever done is… give chances to the same people for the same mistakes. This is actually a very daring thing!” Did you get the drift here folks?
7. 3 Things Women Should Never Be Guilty About?
Alina: “Age, weight, and prioritizing yourself, it’s very important!” Girls, take notes please!
8. A Song That’s In Your Head Right Now?
Alina: “Bulleya by Asim Azhar, I love that song!”
9. First Drama?
Alina: “22 Qadam, That’s where it all started from!”
10. Coffee Or Tea?
Alina: “Tea, I’m a tea person. I hate coffee, so it’s tea!”
And that’s it folks! Head to our Instagram to catch Alina saying it as it is, and share this post if you loved what you read!
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