I cried in prayers when Zaviyar decided to become an actor: Nauman Ejaz

Veteran actor Nauman Ejaz opened up about his initial reservations about his elder son, Zaviyar Ejaz, pursuing acting as a profession.

Ejaz admitted to feeling worried and even shedding tears in prayer, hoping his son would not choose such a demanding career path.

In a recent interview, Nauman Ejaz revealed he held a law degree and even practised law for a while. However, his fate led him down a different path, and he ultimately found success as an actor.

Despite his own passion for acting, the "Mayi Ri" actor confessed that he never actively pushed his children towards the showbiz industry. 

He tried to shield them from the limelight, avoided bringing them on set or inviting industry colleagues home. 

However, Ejaz acknowledged that even after his best efforts if Zaviyar ultimately has chosen acting showbiz, "perhaps it was simply meant to be."

The "Mr and Mrs Shameem" actor shed light on his reasons for protecting his children from the entertainment industry, stating that the presence of bitter and resentful individuals within the industry, demands a thick skin and unwavering determination to succeed.

When Zavyiar expressed his desire to act, he felt a deep concern for his son.

“I sat on the prayer rug and cried and raised my hands in front of Allah and said that I never wanted my children to be in the showbiz industry. Why did you put this idea in my son's mind?” he shared.

Nauman Ejaz asserted that he never used his acting career to influence his son's choices, saying, “I am not an actor at home. I am an ordinary man who takes pride in handling all the household responsibilities myself.”