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The importance of song, dance and Zeb and
Haniya
Through the lens of Saqib Malik
Saqib Malik may not be making his first feature film yet, but
the subtly exquisite video of 'Aitebar' has put him back in the
limelight for all the right reasons.
By Anum
Opel
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| Known for
his avant-garde music videos and phenomenal concepts, Saqib Malik
is one of the most renowned music directors in store. He is much more
than just a man behind the camera. Saqib is not your everyday celebrity
who would give a formal interview, mincing his words trying to be
diplomatic and walk out. He is genuinely a charmer and has his way
with words, not to mention visuals, off course. |
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It
was unexpected but Saqib was actually on time for the interview. Costa
Coffee was at it's usual buzzing best late evening and while tapping
fingers on the table and waiting for him to arrive, it was a pleasant
surprise when he was only five minutes late!
Saqib smiled as he climbed the stairs, ordered black coffee and moved
swiftly to sit in the chair. He seemed comfortable in every sense
of the world and very unlike some snooty celebrities that one often
comes across. First impression: Saqib is a happy person. He has a
smile on his face and when he opens his mouth and starts talking,
one can tell that this director is not one of those silent, intense,
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