Faiq Khan is a famous and talented Pakistani actor known for his excellent acting skills. He has recently delivered outstanding performances in hit drama serials such as Bebak and Meesni. His other popular dramas include Deewar E Shab, Tum Ho Jeene Ki Wajah, Raja Indar, Meri Guriya (Aan TV), and Muhabbat Humsafar Meri. He is currently appearing in Hum TV’s popular prime-time drama series Jaan SE Pyara Juni. Faiq Khan is happily married and has two adorable children. Although the actor rarely appears in TV interviews, when he does, he speaks candidly.
He recently made an appearance on Madeha Naqvi’s morning show Subh Ka Samaa, where he opened up about the groupings and politics in the industry. He also acknowledged that the industry has kept him underrated by not utilizing his potentials.
Talking about it, Faiq Khan said, “I am thinking of leaving this industry. I might leave the showbiz world and am considering switching my career. I have set a benchmark for myself, and if I don’t achieve it, I will leave. Although I don’t know what life has to offer me, I am done for now because the industry has kept me underrated. I don’t know what they wanted to see in me—branded clothes or stature. They have never asked me about the kind of work I can do. The industry is least concerned about you unless you belong to a certain class. These are not channels; they are tribes that don’t give you work if you don’t belong to their tribe. I have only been supported by Shamoon Abbasi, Mohsin Talat, and one channel. I can only speak highly of them; otherwise, this industry is ruthless”
Faiq Khan and Adnan Shah Tipu also said that the industry operates on the basis of contacts. Grouping exists, and today the industry prefers actors who are marketable rather than focusing on talent. They noted that the industry favors actors who have a certain look, stature, or strong PR, and who are commercially successful. Both actors agreed that mediocre actors are often celebrated as stars in Pakistan. Additionally, they pointed out that it has become common for actors to be paired on-screen despite significant age differences.
