In an exclusive interview with Fuchsia Magazine, Yumna Zaidi, Usama Khan, and Fawad Khan from the cast of Nayab delved into the intricacies of their roles, the dynamics on set, and the empowering themes woven into the storyline.
In revealing the secret to their natural on-screen chemistry as Nayab and Akber, Yumna and Fawad attributed it to Fawad's excellent theatre acting skills and dedicated character immersion from day one, making it easy for Yumna to catch up and create authentic chemistry during reading sessions.
Yumna Zaidi and Fawad Khan - Two Confortable Co-Workers
She added, “I was so comfortable working with him. The bond between Nayab and Akber relied on that." Fawad added, "The shoot was very positive for everyone. From her side, being a star, she was not a star on set. Very much there, down-to-earth."
Usama discussed the role reversal in the storyline where he becomes the "eye candy," stating, "I've seen it while dubbing, and it was good." He revealed his motivation for accepting the role, citing Yumna as the main reason and praising the story for its focus on women's empowerment, realistic portrayal of hard work, and showcasing the financially and emotionally supportive factors.
Yumna as a Cricketer
Yumna's portrayal of a cricketer in the drama required intense physical training. Usama shared humorous anecdotes from the set, recounting Yumna showcasing her newly acquired cricket skills. "For me, [the training] was extreme, because I'm not attuned to physical fitness and this sport is quite challenging," Yumna remarked, opening up. "[It demands a balance in] your body, diet, sleep, mental peace. I learned a lot during that two-month training period, and I began respecting female and male cricketers a lot more."
