Interviews
Iqra Aziz Challenges the Myth: A Woman’s Life Doesn’t End After Having a Baby
Like her husband, actor Yasir Hussain, Iqra Aziz does not hesitate to express her thoughts. In a recent interview with BBC Urdu, the Suno Chanda actor addressed societal expectations and stereotypes surrounding motherhood that she faced during her pregnancy. Reflecting on the negativity she faced, she commented, “Maybe older people have traumatized us, suggesting that if you give birth to children, then you cannot do anything else.” Despite discouraging comments, Iqra Aziz underscored her affection for children and her family-oriented nature, expressing her enthusiasm about becoming a mother.
The discussion turned to Aziz’s current on-air drama, Mannat Murad, in which she takes on the lead role. When questioned about her character choice, Aziz emphasized her confidence in the production house of Asad Qureshi and Abdullah Kadwani, stating, “I had worked with them on Khuda Aur Mohabbat season 3, so there was no hesitation in taking on their project if I liked the script.” She highlighted the importance of depicting the realities of family life, steering away from the typical portrayal of blaming in-laws and instead focusing on the dynamics of building relationships and families in dramas.
Unveiling the playful atmosphere on the set, Aziz disclosed, “I had a fondness for eating a lot, and Talha Chahour used to be on a diet. I used to tease him by asking whether we should have samosa today or chaat or fried chicken. I always used to spoil his diet,” she laughed.
The host questioned whether the industry should depict that a girl’s story doesn’t end after marriage. Aziz passionately responded, “It is very important, and as we move forward with this story, you will see it.” She highlighted the period when a woman finds love. Adjusts to her new life and temporarily puts her dreams on hold, emphasising that this is not negative.
As the discussion delved deeper into her character Mannat, Aziz revealed her personal connection to the role. “I relate a lot. Maybe in actual life, I faced fewer difficulties as much as my character of Mannat is facing. Mannat is trying very hard to get her love. I relate a lot to the ambitious girl and happy soul girl part of the story. I have learned a lot from Mannat,” she shared.
The interview took a personal turn when Aziz was asked about her break from the industry after the birth of her son, Kabir. Opening up about the challenges, she admitted, “The one thing which was difficult for me was to leave Kabir after his birth. It was my first project in which I had to go out.” She discussed the emotional moment at the airport counter when the reality of leaving her child behind hit her.
Responding to rumours on social media about her taking a back seat in her career after Kabir’s birth, Aziz clarified, “I did not want to make the peak of my career an overly ambitious thing. This is my choice. I have to give some time to my life.” She expressed her desire to savour the moments with her first child, prioritising personal happiness over career milestones.
In a final reflection on her choices, Aziz concluded, “Before I met Yasir, I used to work every Sunday. I have started doing work from a very early age. But this was my choice, and now I want to relax and enjoy myself for some time. This is my first child, and I want to make this time unforgettable.”