Mohib Mirza

One of the most diverse actor in the industry, get your snacks and drinks ready for this amazing interview with none other than Mohib Mirza!

1. Who is Mohib Mirza? Tell us about yourself (your background, education, lifestyle etc.)

First and foremost, he’s a human, a son, and an actor. Acting has always been the dominant part of my life since I started theater at 16. In 17-18 years, I’ve worked in over 95 telefilms, 8 feature films, hosted shows, VJed, and acted in theater plays and drama serials. My lifestyle is casual, and while I try to follow a routine, creative individuals like me don’t have a typical 9-5 schedule. I’m a passionate bike rider, enjoying trips with friends to places like Muzaffarabad and Khunjerab Pass. I’m also a gamer and love spending time with friends and family. This sums up who I am.

2. What made you enter the entertainment industry? Specifically in the acting career?

When I was in school I used to perform on stage for my school buddies. I used to take part in all sorts of events in schools. When I came to college I joined the dramatics society gradually. So I was always the first choice in such things. So eventually I realized that I should pursue this as my career. As luck would have it, I had to raise some funds for my fees in college, so we ended up making a theater group and started of from there. I am the only one who pursued acting as a career from that group of almost 20 people. Though my parents did have certain reservations with it initially, but after talking it out with them and making them understand everything they have been supportive up till now. I am GLAD that I entered a profession that I was passionate about.

3. Acting requires a lot of hard work and stamina. What are the few challenges that you feel took their toll on you?

Yes, it demands physical and mental stamina, as well as patience. Over time, the toll it takes on an actor is mostly related to strategy development. After a few years, actors tend to overthink and face some psychological challenges, but this doesn’t mean they are psychologically incapable. Rather, it’s about the constant thinking, analyzing, and strategizing for the future, which is part of the job. An actor’s responsibilities go beyond just playing a role; they involve image building and positioning themselves correctly. The maturity stage in an actor’s career is particularly challenging, as there’s a lack of industry practice in aging gracefully. Physically and mentally, many of us are unprepared for certain roles.

4. Your fans miss you. You have been absent from the screens for a while now. Please fill them up regarding your recent endeavors.

My television fans will most probably will be missing me as I haven’t done any project on TV for 3 to 4 years now. As for my overall fan following they would know that I did appear in movies up till last year. So, for those of you who miss me on the TV must’ve watched by drama series Dedan by now. It has a very strong cast, and it is nice treat for everyone. It has different backgrounds, we had to work on our accents, the costumes are wonderful. So, all in all it is something very different and I really enjoyed this role, I had to physically transform myself for this character. My fans should be happy to see me back on screen.

5. You’ve given some blockbuster dramas like Shehr-e-Zaat. What is new in store for Mohib Mirza? Any Particular project that you are currently working on?

I also have another series with Amin Iqbal which will be revealed soon. I also have a movie coming up within the next few months. I also worked on and hosted a web series with different celebrities. It is called Steering with The Stars. So, I have a number of things lined up.

6. What should the audience expect from the upcoming project?

If I talk about my upcoming drama serials, both of them are really different from another. In one of the series I am playing the role of a Romeo in the modern day. My character is living in a very remote area and it depicts to what extent a man is willing to sacrifice for his love and stay ground on his decision. So that is interesting, as I said I had to completely change myself. The other role is very different, it revolves around the extent of guilt the protagonist feels. It is not the guilt my character feels with regards to his relationship with his wife or loved one. As for the web series it is all about intense off roading.

7. How do you usually connect with the roles that you play?

There are different approaches, such as realism, commercialism and then there is a mix of both. My focus these days is on being a mix. There should be depiction of reality and I have done this a lot so that is why I’ve changed my approach these days. I think there needs for this change because audiences want to see something apart from their real world, so that they can relax and come back to the real life. I study my rules to connect with them. I understand them and collect a lot of data on them, so that I am better able at performing them. One needs to be really focused to stay connected to their roles and this is something I really enjoy. My aim is on creating a unique experience for the audiences.

8. Did you ever think while growing up that you would end up becoming an actor or things just went with the flow for you?

I didn’t dwell on it much, but I’ve always been a performer since childhood. I didn’t need an audience; I’d put on shows for myself, my mother, sister, or anyone around. I realized this later in life. It continued in school and college, and when I went for my first auditions, I never looked back. My acting journey began in 2000 with Khalid Ahmed Chermani’s “Faisala” and Sarah Kazmi’s “Zaib un Nisa.” Slowly but surely, I became an actor. I had the talent for it, but it wasn’t a childhood dream.

9. How experimental are you with your work? Is there a tried and true formula that you find fits your style best?

Mohib Mirza: very experimental. I try to transform and change my look each and every time. Even if it does not go in my favor at times, I do try to experiment a lot. I believe every character is unique and has to be given due recognition. There is no tried and true formula, rather it is an amalgamation of many things. Every day is a new day and has new challenges. We have a give and take with the audience. Trends change and so do their likes and dislikes. The level of engagement really plays a major role in attracting audiences.

10. Are there any actor inspirations for you, both national and international? Who are they?

Inspired by a lot of actors. There is a huge influx of international series and programs. For me, Anthony Hopkins and Dustin Hoffman are major inspirations. Among the youngsters, Usman who played in Parchi is an amazing actor. Nouman Ejaz and Shabbir Jan are phenomenal, if we go back further Firdous Jamal, they are all amazing. If we look at Indian actors Shahid Kapoor and Pankaj Kapoor are spectacular. So, through different times I am inspired by different actors.

11. Share any funny and/or memorable incidents with the fans or on your recent sets?

I have had so many funny incidents all my life. It is just hard to pin point any one. This one time I was coming from a show with Nadeem Jaffri. After a very long pause he said let’s have panay chratay, what he actually meant was chanay parathay. So, at that time that was really hilarious.

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