Waqar Hussain opens up about Pakistan Entertainment Industry bias and lack of opportunities
Pakistan’s entertainment world always looks perfect from the outside. Red carpets, flawless makeup, big personalities—everything shines. But honestly, there’s a lot going on behind the scenes that most people never see. Just ask Waqar Hussain. He’s a big name in celebrity makeup and acting, but even he hasn’t been immune to the industry’s cold shoulder.
Recently, Waqar sat down with Nadia Khan and spoke openly about the hard truths he’s faced. He talked about the moments when success didn’t open doors—it actually closed them.
Trapped by Success
Everyone remembers Waqar Hussain’s standout role in Qudussi Sahab Ki Bewa. He nailed that character. People loved him for it. But instead of new opportunities, that breakthrough just pinned him down. Producers started seeing him as that one character and nothing else. They stopped imagining him in any other role.
This isn’t just Waqar’s problem. Typecasting eats away at actors everywhere, but in Pakistan’s cutthroat TV scene, it’s almost impossible to shake off. Waqar’s story is just one example of how the industry loves to put people in boxes and leave them there.
The Silent Struggle of Senior Makeup Artists
Waqar isn’t just an actor—he’s been a top makeup artist for years. His work has helped create the very looks audiences admire. But even with all his experience, he’s watched as more and more celebrities arrive on set with their own makeup teams. The result? Senior artists, people who’ve been working for decades, are getting pushed aside.
It’s not hard to see the appeal—actors want comfort and trust. But the flip side? Veteran artists are left scrambling for work. Waqar’s seen seasoned professionals treated like they don’t matter, handed unrealistic demands, and sometimes even humiliated. The respect that used to come with experience is fading fast.
This isn’t just a blow to people’s bank accounts—it stings their pride. Makeup artists play a huge role in telling a story, in shaping the way characters come across. When their work isn’t valued, the whole creative process suffers.
What’s Really Going On
Waqar’s not just venting. He’s pointing out problems that run deep through the industry. This business is supposed to be a team effort: actors, directors, writers, technicians, makeup artists—all working together. But when some people get sidelined, everyone loses.
Favoritism, typecasting, ignoring experience—it all adds up to an environment where real talent feels like it doesn’t matter. People who’ve put in the work deserve respect and a fair shot.
Since Waqar spoke out, a lot of folks in the industry have started talking about these issues. His story hits home for so many because, honestly, he’s just saying out loud what a lot of people feel but never admit.
Something’s Gotta Give
If Pakistan’s entertainment industry wants to keep growing, things have to change. Actors shouldn’t be boxed in by one big role, and seasoned makeup artists shouldn’t be left out in the cold. It’s about giving credit where it’s due and making sure everyone gets a seat at the table.
Waqar Hussain’s story isn’t just about one man’s struggles—it’s about giving respect back to the people who make the magic happen. When audiences start caring about what goes on behind the scenes, maybe the industry will finally start to listen.
The glitz and glamour draw us in, but it’s the hard work of people like Waqar Hussain that keeps the whole show running. And it’s time they got the recognition they deserve.
