Pakistani actor Emmad Irfani has called on filmmaker Shoaib Mansoor to issue an official statement regarding the long-delayed film Aasmaan Bolay Ga.
Speaking about his experience, Irfani revealed that he dedicated several years exclusively to the project and stepped away from television during that period.
“I spent around three to three and a half years on a journey. But fate had something else planned—the film was never released publicly. And intentionally, I didn’t do TV during that time. I thought that if I was doing a film with a showman like him, then I shouldn’t be doing TV.”
He reflected on the impact the delay had on his career and how it forced him to reconsider his path.
“So here I was, giving three to three and a half years to one project. And as I said, the result is never in your hands—and that result didn’t go in my favor, or in our favor. At that point, all the signs were telling me that I would have to restart my career from scratch.”
While expressing disappointment, Irfani also spoke about his relationship with the director and reiterated his call for clarity.
“As for Shoaib sahab, he might have his own perspective, but I spent a lot of time with him. If he gives an official statement, I would say that in these three to four years, a person who used to be an enigma to me since childhood is now like a friend.”
Despite the setback, Irfani acknowledged the experience he gained during the project and the bond he developed with Mansoor.
The actor currently appears in Kafeel, where his performance continues to receive attention. He stars opposite Sanam Saeed in the drama, further strengthening his presence on television.