We recently got the chance to sit down with Davar Mahfooz, who plays Asghar in the currently on-air drama Aik Aur Pakeezah.
Asghar is the character who always leaves us with mixed feelings, and in our chat, we explore both him and Davar Mahfooz himself. It’s a candid conversation that gives fans a closer look at the actor behind the role and the nuances that make Asghar so intriguing.
Davar Mahfooz On Bringing Asghar To Life In Aik Aur Pakeezah
For an actor like Davar Mahfooz, stepping into the shoes of Asghar in Aik Aur Pakeezah has been a journey of discovery. “The brief I got from Mr. Kashif was really detailed,” he recalls. “We spent hours in workshops where the writer, director, and I would sit together and discuss the script. That’s where a lot of things come out – the director’s vision, the writer’s intention, and how I saw the character.”
What stood out immediately was the emotional core of Asghar. “He is just a brother to his sister, but there’s an incident between them that changes everything,” Davar explains. “Its impact ripples through the family – it affects the father, the mother, the elder brother, the younger brother. Each character experiences it differently.”
The challenge, he says, was capturing Asghar’s complexity. “At first, he seems against everything – angry, scared, ready to burn it all – but then he becomes the first one to stand by his sister. That shift had to feel natural, and the script was so beautifully written that it guided me through it.”
Behind every transformation, he credits the writer. “Bee Gul ji is amazing. I don’t know how she does it – every time she picks up her pen, something magical happens. She writes with such depth that even subtle, unsaid moments carry enormous weight.”
For Davar, portraying Asghar has been more than acting; it’s been a lesson in empathy and nuance. The character’s journey mirrors the unpredictability of life itself -sometimes harsh, sometimes tender, and always compelling.
Davar Talks About His Personal Life
For Davar Mahfooz, marriage has been a journey of timing, understanding, and mutual respect. “I’m married,” he shares, “It’s been a year now. It was a completely arranged marriage.” He recalls the early days after the engagement, when getting to know his wife felt surprisingly natural. “Sometimes in ten minutes, you feel like you’ve known someone for ten years. And sometimes, even after ten years, you don’t really know them. That connection was immediate. Meeting our families felt like a positive sign from God. I knew my time had come, and I didn’t want to wait too long.”
Reflecting on marriage, Davar emphasizes patience and faith. “Marriage isn’t difficult if two people are ready to live together. Allah gives this blessing. It takes time -you have to give time to each other, understand each other, agree to disagree. But if you truly stand together, everything falls into place.”
On the topic of timing for love, he shares practical insight from his own experience. “After 25, love marriages become more challenging. Men get busy with responsibilities, and even if they love someone, it’s hard to give time. Before 25, as a student, you have more freedom to focus on relationships.”
Still, he acknowledges that love has no strict timeline. “There are people in their 30s and even 35s who find love and have fulfilling lives. Everyone has their own timing, and that’s perfectly fine,” he adds.
From AD To Actor: Davar Mahfooz On His Journey To The Screen
For Davar Mahfooz, the path to acting was never about instant success – it was about persistence, learning, and being ready for every twist along the way. “I never went in with a dream of instant stardom,” he says. “I studied in Dubai and I was prepared for rejections. If I went somewhere for an audition or a meeting and felt I’d had a productive day, even a rejection didn’t bother me. I knew one day, an acceptance would come.”
His journey began when a university teacher referred him to a friend who was a production manager for Kashif Nisar. “He told me there were a lot of scenes being shot and suggested I join as an AD. That’s how I became an AD for Kashif sir – and I spent five to six years learning on the job.”
Davar reflects on that period with gratitude. “I wanted to sit among people who worked differently, to learn from them, to be in the room with those I used to watch on TV. It was invaluable. But soon, I realized that if I stayed in AD work, I’d be there forever. I had to step out and move to Karachi.”
His move to Karachi was spontaneous but decisive. “I came to host a show as the lead. People told me I left too soon, but I knew I had to work on screen. I told them, if something like this comes up again, let me know. That was the starting point.”
Davar stayed busy with other projects, including his role in the new Aik Aur Pakeezah, working under the skillful pen of Bee Gul. “When I read the script, I realized the character was incredibly complex and even cruel. Bee Gul ji writes such strong characters – it’s amazing to see her craft and skill come alive on screen.”
For Davar, every step – from AD to lead actor – has been about learning, persistence, and seizing opportunities. “It’s been a journey of patience, and I’m grateful for every twist along the way,” he reflects.
This article is an excerpt from the YouTube interview.
Want to hear more? Stay tuned for full conversation coming out soon on FUCHSIA’s YouTube channel.
