Veteran Pakistani actress Seemi Raheel has expressed concern over the growing trend in the showbiz industry where appearance is being prioritized over talent.
Seemi Raheel is a seasoned actress of Pakistani entertainment industry. She is showcasing her talent on screen since the golden era of PTV. Seemi celebrated a notable fan following for her exceptional acting skills and unmatched performance in many hot projects.
Recently, Seemi appeared in an interview of a local TV channel. During the interview Seemi shared her views on the current state of showbiz and its changing dynamics.
She emphasized that acting has nothing to do with physical beauty, adding, “If people remember you for the roles you played, that is real beauty and true success.”
She praised renowned actresses from her day, such as Uzma Gillani, Samina Ahmed, Roohi Bano, and Khalida Riyasat, noting, “They didn’t chase hairstyles or artificial beauty, yet their performances remain unforgettable.” “We embraced every age and worked with it,” she told me.
She observed that today, every face appears the same—the same complexion, the same skin—all of which has been artificially boosted.
Simi Raheal stated that in today’s market, exterior appearance and physical standards have surpassed actual talent, artistry, and inner beauty, which she believes is concerning for the true spirit of art.
She said, “If your work speaks for itself, there’s no need for external appearance to define you.”
Seemi stressed that it is crucial for the showbiz personalities to prefer talent over outer beauty. “If this trend is not denied timely, I fear that the industry would direly lack of real talent,” Seemi expressed.
