ISLAMABAD: Renowned Pakistani actress Mehwish Hayat has selected an actor to play the role of Arshad Nadeem in the biopic of the Olympian, who made history by winning a gold medal for Pakistan at the Paris Olympics 2024.
Arshad Nadeem clinched the gold in the javelin throw event with an impressive throw of 92.97 meters, marking Pakistan’s first Olympic gold medal in 40 years. His victory has been celebrated as a monumental achievement for Pakistan, capturing global media attention and igniting a wave of public enthusiasm for a film documenting his life.
Following his achievement, social media users and celebrities began calling for a film to be made about Arshad Nadeem’s life. The proposed biopic aims to highlight Arshad Nadeem’s remarkable journey and his contributions to the sport of javelin throw.
Among the suggestions for who should play Nadeem, model and actor Umar Shehzad was notably mentioned. However, recent developments have brought another actor into the spotlight.
Mehwish Hayat has endorsed Farhan Ali Agha as the ideal actor to portray Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem in his forthcoming biopic.
Farhan Ali Agha, known for his impressive fitness and screen presence, recently posted workout photos on social media that captured the attention of fans and industry insiders. The reaction to these images sparked a discussion about his suitability for the role of Arshad Nadeem.
Mehwish Hayat weighed in on the debate. In a comment on social media, Hayat expressed her support for Agha, stating, “Yes, absolutely, Farhan Ali Agha is the best choice to play Arshad Nadeem.”
