Sanam Saeed Discusses Prospects of Working in India Post-Barzakh

Sanam Saeed, renowned for her role in “Zindagi Gulzar Hai,” recently collaborated with Fawad Khan again for the series “Barzakh.” This reunion has intrigued fans across borders, especially in India. While Fawad Khan enjoys a  fanbase in India due to his Bollywood projects, Sanam Saeed on working in India remains a topic of interest, as she has yet to make her Bollywood debut. With the easing of restrictions on Pakistani artists post-2016, Sanam shared her thoughts on the potential for future collaborations.

Sanam Saeed on Working in India

Despite not having worked in India before, Sanam expressed a sense of connection with Indian audiences. She stated, “I never came to India to work, so I cannot say that I miss it because I haven’t experienced it. But with time, things will happen.” Sanam emphasized the importance of cross-cultural exchanges, highlighting the collaboration with Zee and the presence of Pakistani content on Indian OTT platforms as a substantial achievement.

Sanam further elaborated, “When actors from the other side of the border feel confident and safe enough to act with us, and things change, then that exchange will definitely happen.” Reflecting on past collaborations, she mentioned, “We have had festivals where Indian actors came to Pakistan and vice versa. It’s just a matter of time when art and culture can merge again.”

A Cultural Connection

Sanam also touched on the cultural connections she feels with Indians, describing them as “long-lost siblings.” She told the Hindustan Times, “We are essentially of the same land, same blood, but grew up differently over the years. It was nice to reconnect through ‘Barzakh’ with those long-lost siblings.” She noted that while Pakistanis are accustomed to Indian culture through Bollywood, Indians had not seen much of Pakistani life until shows like “Zindagi Gulzar Hai” opened their eyes.

The feedback for “Barzakh” has been overwhelmingly positive, with audiences praising various aspects, from cinematography to acting. Sanam concluded by expressing her gratitude for the responses, acknowledging the show’s unique appeal and the attention it demands from viewers.

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