s the countdown to Eidul Fitr begins, all eyes are on rising star Abbas Ashraf Awan to see if he can draw crowds to cinema halls with the highly anticipated release of his film, Kabeer.

In a striking departure from his previous roles, Abbas, the younger brother of superstar Imran Ashraf, is diving headfirst into a whirlwind of action and thrill. “My character, named JJ, doesn’t just walk in—he struts!” he says. He stands out as a lone wolf in the narrative, breaking moulds and transcending conventions. “It’s a negative role, which keeps things interesting,” Abbas adds with a chuckle.

Beyond his current film, Abbas’s journey has been marked by unyielding ambition and relentless determination, fuelled by a lifelong fascination with Bollywood films.

His career began in 2010, navigating the unpredictable world of auditions. “It was a tough ride,” he shares. “Each audition became a stepping stone towards the grand stage I envisioned.”

Having a superstar brother like Imran Ashraf offers certain advantages, but it also brings intense scrutiny. “True acceptance demands talent and hard work,” he notes. To navigate these challenges, Abbas has focused on honing his craft through diverse roles, including a pivotal........

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