Fiza Ali, an acclaimed actress from Pakistan, has expressed strong worries about the situation facing veteran actors in the country’s film industry.
In a candid conversation with Lollywood legend Syed Noor, she said senior actors receive neither sufficient recognition nor ample professional opportunities.
She added that the entertainment industry has undergone significant changes, which has caused many former stars of Pakistani cinema and television to feel abandoned.
“The legends are now sidelined. It’s heartbreaking to see them being forgotten.”
She pointed out that the industry is directing its attention to new talent while neglecting actors who played an essential role in building Pakistan’s film heritage.
The dramatic evolution of Pakistan’s film and drama industry has positioned new trends and digital streaming platforms along with modern storytelling at the forefront of entertainment. The industry shift is leading veteran actors to face reduced job opportunities or the necessity of retiring before their time.
She said: “The industry now forces major film stars to create content on TikTok. Television networks inform them that viewership numbers demonstrate their failure to attract ratings. It’s heartbreaking.”
“In India, actors who have grown older never face the treatment of being cast aside because of their age.”
She shared how iconic actors who used to be household names have revealed their difficulties while pointing out the scarcity of meaningful senior artist roles together with the industry’s increasing preference for younger faces who generate ratings and revenue.
She noted that while some actors have moved into supporting roles and digital media others have drifted entirely out of public view.
While stressing their deserving treatment with respect and dignity, she expressed regret that legends no longer command respect.
Fiza Ali called for more recognition of veteran actors despite existing challenges in the industry. Emerging talent needs to coexist with legendary artists through balanced recognition.
