A Chit-Chat with Mawra Hocane

Mawra Hocane made her drama debut in 2012
and in just a year she impressed everyone with
her acting skills and became a household name.
Her determination, hard work, and talent paid off
by getting her the best roles from the top
directors. Some of the hit dramas Mawra acted
in 2012 include Yahan Pyar Nahi Hai, Ek
Tamanna la Hasil Si, and Mein Gunegaar Nahi.
How did you begin your career in showbiz?
I used to work for ATV as a VJ and hosted a
program 'Boom on live' from there A&B
productions picked me up for their drama 'Mere
Hazoor' . It was my first drama serial.
Did you always aspire to be an actress?
Yes, I did. When I was very young I wanted to
come in the entertainment industry. In my school
life. I used to participate in many activities.
What kind of roles do you like to perform, and
which role was the most challenging for you till
now?
I love all the roles that I have done, and I always
try to give my best to them. I can do any role
whether it is positive, negative or comic. The
challenging role for me up till now was in the
drama serial "Main Gunegaar Nahi" because I am
the essential lead and all drama is revolving
around me.
While selecting the role, what are the parameters
that you consider?
First of all I consider script, I read at least half of
the script before signing any project.
You character in drama 'Yahan Pyar Nahi" was
very negative, was it difficult to play a negative
role?
I loved doing the role and it was not difficult for
me at all. I was very excited when I was offered
for it. First I felt I could not do it properly but
after that I enjoyed it and got appreciation for it.
What is the role of your family behind your
success?
My family is very much supportive. My mother
always wanted to see me as an actress and due
to her prayers I am here.
What factors contributed to your success?
I don't think I am successful yet. There are many
projects that are in the pipeline and I am trying to
give my best. Yet I have to achieve a lot which I
have dreamed of.
Tell us about your working experience with the
cast of 'Ik Tamanna Lahasil Si'.
It was a very good experience and fun to work in
that drama. Fahad Mustafa is a great actor and
he was very much supportive. We all worked like
a family. I was the second lead in the drama.
And I cannot but thank Saba Hameed, because of
her I was able to play my role well.
Who and what inspired you to become an
actress?
It's my mother and aunt. They both are my
inspiration and moral support.
What' the one thing that you love and hate about
being a star?
The thing that I love is that people love you,
recognize you. I don't hate anything but I can say
that you don't get free time a lot for doing
anything else like for your family and friend.
Describe yourself in three words?
Soft-spoken, very professional, I love those
people who love me.
One thing you want to change about yourself:
Nothing
You are addicted to: I love working
Your day starts with: Breakfast from Dunkin'
Donuts.
A city that inspires you: Lahore
A person that inspires you: My mother and sister
One thing you can't live without: My family