Tauqeer Nasir admits to rejecting Saba Qamar during audition.
Legendary Pakistani actor Tauqeer Nasir has disclosed that he once rejected the now-famous actress Saba Qamar during an audition.
Nasir made this revelation during his appearance on a private television channel’s programme, where he discussed various aspects of his life and struggle.
Talking about his fellow actress, Nasir accepted that Saba Qamar is currently one of the best actresses in Pakistan.
He stated: “Saba Qamar is a brilliant actress. She did an amazing job in the drama serial ‘Thakkan’ with me.
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However, he claimed that she wasn’t as good in the past, which led to her being rejected during an audition.
The senior actor shared that he had conducted auditions for several actors for a drama under his production, and Saba Qamar was among them.
Nasir further maintained that during the audition, he didn’t find Saba Qamar to be committed to her work, particularly in delivering dialogues.
He said he gave her a set of four lines, which she quickly delivered without finesse.
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According to Nasir, Saba Qamar was in such a hurry that she admitted she had to be somewhere else.
He added that he was searching for mature actors for his drama, and at the time, Saba Qamar did not meet his standards, leading to her rejection in the audition.
Touqeer Nasir also served in the government as Director General (DG) of the Pakistan National Council of Arts.
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The notable dramas of Tauqeer Nasir include Yaad Piya Ki Aye, Thakan, Baal o Par, Kashkol, Sona Chandi, Landa Bazaar, Rahain, Reza Reza, Panah, Aik Haqeeqat Aik Afsansa, Samandar, and Dehleez.
Tauqeer Nasir was also awarded with Tamgha e Imtiaz and Sitara e Imtiaz by the government of Pakistan for his services in the field of art and culture.
