Pakistan’s rising film star Mehwish Hayat has made it to the Oscar Selection Committee – and she is delighted at the prized opportunity to showcase Pakistani talent and improving the country’s image on the world stage.
The stunningly beautiful actress announced in social media posts that she looks forward to performing the coveted role.
“I am honoured to be part of the Oscar Selection Committee for this year alongside our own two time Oscar winner @sharmeenobaidchinoy . I look forward to seeing the nominated films and choosing the one we put forward. At least this is one way that we can be putting a positive image of our country and highlighting our talent on the World stage! InshaAllah ” she wrote in a Twitter post.
I’m honoured to be part of the ‘Oscar Selection Committee’this year alongside our own two time Oscar winner,Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy.I look forward to seeing the nominated films. At least this is one way we can highlight our country & our talent on world stage IA #PakistanZindabad🇵🇰 pic.twitter.com/rPiGb3TEZN
— Mehwish Hayat TI (@MehwishHayat) October 8, 2020
Mehwish has starred in several productions including Jawani Phir Nai Ani, Actor In Law, Punjab Nai Jaung and Chhalawa.
On several occasions, she has expressed her desire to present the true image of Pakistan and has taken swipe at portrayals of Muslims in a negative light as fueling Islamophobia.
“What I was saying is how we need to be working as artists. We carry tremendous responsibility on our shoulders. We should be the people building bridges and be as torchbearers of peace,” Mehwish told BBC last year.
