Im curious: how has it been like so far working with Atif Aslam? We wanted to cast someone who hadnt been seen on TV before for the role, says Saife, and Atif really liked the script. I had gotten very excited when Momina Duraid, the dramas producer, suggested Atifs name. Hes a huge celebrity and I thought that it would be very interesting to see how he adapts to the character. Its a very unique character, unlike the usual roles you see on TV.

Its early days right now, he continues. We will soon be on our way to the mountains where we will be shooting a large chunk of the drama. Right now, were waiting to get permission to shoot a few scenes in a gurdwara. This, evidently, is quite an obstacle, since even the most nominal shoots at places of worship now require permission, ever since Saba Qamar and Bilal Saeed drew flak last year for filming at Lahores Wazir Khan Mosque.                        We continue to talk about newcomers. A few other actors had been under consideration for Atifs role, but things had not worked out. Bilal Ashraf, in fact, had been confirmed for the role but had to opt out because of a change in dates.                                                                                                              https://www.dawn.com/news/1645955

Pakistani singer Atif Aslam reinvents himself with new acting role