KARACHI – Former Pakistan cricket star Wasim Akram is likely to make his television drama debut, with reports suggesting he could be cast alongside renowned actress Mahnoor Baloch in an upcoming project.
The latest reports suggested that the drama will be directed by Fahim Burney. The project is currently in its early stages, with discussions underway with the prospective cast.
However, the final casting has yet to be confirmed.
Wasim Akram has previously appeared in the film Money Back Guarantee, but the reported television project would mark his first appearance in a TV drama.
News of the possible casting has drawn mixed reactions on social media.
Actress Javeria Abbasi welcomed the development, while some users criticised the prospect of the former fast bowler entering the television drama industry.
However, the social media users gave mixed reaction. Some people welcomed Wasim Akram but any others said that the cricketers should focus the needful.
