Aap Ki Izzat is a hit Pakistani drama that is gaining widespread critical and public acclaim. So far, HUM TV has aired six episodes, which have collectively amassed around 20 million views. The drama has also received remarkable TRP ratings. Written by acclaimed Pakistani writer Umera Ahmed, Aap Ki Izzat is produced by Nina Kashif and Momina Duraid and directed by Saifee Hassan. The drama features Ahsan Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Urwa Hocane, Sania Saeed, and Nauman Masood in key roles.
Recently, Ahsan Khan, who is playing Tabish in Aap Ki Izzat, appeared on Something Haute’s show Haute Talk, hosted by Hassan Chaudhry. During the show, he talked about accepting Aap Ki Izzat, working with Urwa Hocane, and the criticism surrounding his character Tabish.
Talking about how Aap Ki Izzat came to him, Ahsan Khan said, “I was first offered it by Nina because it’s her production or initiative. Then I spoke to Momina Bhabhi. When I met Momina and Duraid, they were happy that I was back on HUM. The best thing about them is they make you feel so comfortable that you can’t say no. I was also a fan of Saifee. I say this on record because it’s a dream of every actor to work with a sensitive director like him. The detailing he gave to the story made it stand out. The script was also magical; it hooked me. I would like to mention Umera Ahmed—how is it possible that a Umera Ahmed script doesn’t hook you? The whole team made it what it looks like on screen now, from the actors to the makeup team and the director.” Watch here:
Talking about the criticism he has received for playing Tabish, Ahsan Khan said, “I have been verbally abused by people over Tabish, literally. If I can say, I read a comment where someone called me ‘haramzada.’ I was laughing at it because he wrote it for Tabish, but still, I thought this is getting too much. At least don’t abuse or curse. Also, I won’t say I performed good because I have always been hard on myself. I barely say that I did a good job, but I laugh at criticism. I also say it myself, ‘What a cheap man Tabish is.’”
Talking about working with Urwa Hocane again, Ahsan Khan said, “I met Urwa after years. Although, I have worked with Urwa in three projects; this is the fourth. I had always seen depth in her work. She worked with me in Marasim, Udaari, and Meri Laadli. In Udaari, she did a wonderful job. She works less by her own choice. She has so many layers. She has worked hard on this role and has made a comeback after years. She could have chosen a glamorous role, but she chose a role where she had to wear sweaters and bodysuits under suits, had to show a double chin, wear no makeup, and portray a woman with grown-up children.”
