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\u00a0September 2025 | Hosted by Wasim Chaudhary |\u00a0Produced by 7C Production<\/p> Unmasking the Artist: Mazhar Shahzad Khan<\/span> on Drama, Culture, and Creativity<\/strong><\/p> In this exclusive 7C Podcast episode, we sit down with Mazhar Shahzad Khan<\/b><\/span> \u2014 the legendary actor<\/b> from the iconic PTV drama Laag, and a man of many creative dimensions. Known for his contributions as a cartoonist<\/strong>, poet<\/strong>, writer<\/strong>, and media critic<\/strong>, Mazhar Shahzad Khan\u2019s voice is bold, unfiltered, and full of artistic wisdom.<\/p> This episode is more than just a trip down memory lane \u2014 it’s a cultural deep-dive<\/strong> and a raw critique<\/strong> of modern media, art, and identity in Pakistan.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Mazhar Khan<\/span><\/strong> takes us back to the behind-the-scenes life of Laag<\/strong>, one of Pakistan\u2019s most celebrated dramas. He reflects on:<\/p> Beyond acting, Mazhar Khan<\/strong><\/span> is a respected name in Pakistani<\/strong> cartooning <\/strong>and literature<\/strong>. In this podcast, he discusses:<\/p> Mazhar Khan<\/strong><\/span> doesn\u2019t hold back as he delivers a hard-hitting critique<\/b> on:<\/p> Mazhar Khan<\/strong><\/span> sees himself as a truth-seeker<\/strong> in a world of filters and facades. Through his poetry, art, and voice, he challenges the status quo and urges artists to reclaim their role as conscious creators.<\/strong><\/p> Mazhar Shahzad Khan<\/strong><\/span> reminds us that true art never dies<\/strong> \u2014 it evolves, questions, and rebuilds. This podcast isn\u2019t just an interview; it’s a masterclass in cultural resistance and artistic truth.<\/strong><\/p> Whether you’re a drama enthusiast, a budding poet, or someone worried about the cultural direction of our media<\/strong>, this episode is a must-watch.<\/p> Podcast by 7C Report | Featuring Mazhar Shahzad Khan<\/span><\/strong><\/p>
A Journey Through PTV\u2019s Golden Era<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
His early days in radio<\/strong> and television<\/strong><\/span><\/h6><\/li>
The teamwork and intensity<\/strong> behind Laag’s success<\/span><\/h6><\/li>
How drama once served as a tool for moral reflection<\/strong>, not just entertainment<\/span><\/h6><\/li><\/ul>
\u201cBack then, drama had a soul. Today, it feels like a market product\u2014shiny, shallow, and hollow.\u201d<\/strong> \u2013 Mazhar Shahzad Khan<\/span><\/strong><\/h6>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
The Cartoonist and the Poet<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
His beginnings as a political cartoonist<\/b><\/span><\/h6><\/li>
His latest poetry videos<\/b> and how he blends visual art and language<\/b><\/span><\/h6><\/li>
Why he believes that \u201cArtists are born, not made<\/b><\/span><\/h6><\/li><\/ul>
Art is not decoration. It’s a mirror. Sometimes, people are scared to look in it.<\/b><\/span><\/h4><\/blockquote>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
The Fall of Pakistani Media<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
The decline of storytelling<\/b> in today\u2019s dramas<\/span><\/h6><\/li>
The role of PEMRA<\/strong> and its flawed regulatory approach<\/span><\/h6><\/li>
How NGOs and commercial interests<\/strong> manipulate cultural narratives<\/span><\/h6><\/li>
The loss of intellectual depth<\/strong> in Pakistani pop culture<\/span><\/h6><\/li><\/ul>
The media no longer serves the people. It serves agendas.<\/strong><\/span><\/h4><\/blockquote>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
Art as a Tool for Truth<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
We must return to stories that make us think, not just stories that sell.<\/strong><\/span><\/h4><\/blockquote>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
Key Insights from the Episode:<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
Creativity<\/strong> is a gift, but also a responsibility.<\/span><\/h6><\/li>
Censorship and corporate control<\/strong> are suffocating real voices.<\/span><\/h6><\/li>
The artist must not only entertain but educate and awaken.<\/strong><\/span><\/h6><\/li>
Old-school media<\/strong> had flaws, but it respected values.<\/span><\/h6><\/li>
Today\u2019s dramas are losing moral and intellectual<\/strong> substance.<\/span><\/h6><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
Final Thoughts: A Legacy That Speaks<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
Watch Now:<\/strong>
A Podcast with Mazhar Shahzad Khan | Actor, Cartoonist, Poet<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t