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After Turkey, Adnan Siddiqui is promoting cross-cultural exchange between Pakistan and UK

After Turkey, Adnan Siddiqui is promoting cross-cultural exchange between Pakistan and UK

"Pakistani TV and films attract a big following in the United Kingdom," says the British high commissioner.
19 Jan, 2021

There comes a stage in some actors' career where having done mega projects and winning awards isn't enough — and they push themselves to do more, not just for themselves but their fraternity. Veteran actor Adnan Siddiqui is one such artist.

After pushing for Pak-Turk collaborations with all his might, he has now set his sights on a new milestone for Pakistani television: a Pakistan-UK dosti in the form of a cultural exchange.

The actor met British High Commissioner Dr Christian Turner and shared exclusive snippets from the meeting on his social media. Siddiqui revealed how the two countries are in talks to strengthen ties through not just television, but also education and the ever-passionate love for cricket.

"In these times of global inclusivity, the world is an oyster in every sense of the word. I firmly believe that cross-cultural exchange across all fields will shape the new order of diplomacy," the Mere Paas Tum Ho star shared, alongside pictures from the meeting.

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"In a meeting with Dr Christian Turner, British High Commissioner, this observation was underscored as we talked about renewed impetus to Pakistan-England ties through education, entertainment and cricket."

"Thank you, Mr Turner. It was an honour sharing tea and ideas with you. May our friendship grow personally and diplomatically. Thank you Ms Younis for making this happen," he added.

Turner also shared some photos from the day and expressed his enthusiasm.

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"Bohat maza aya to meet the talented Adnan Siddiqui and Ammara Hikmat," he said on the official page. "Pakistani TV and films attract a big following in the United Kingdom — working to boost the industry and #UKPakDosti."

Ammara, a producer of the long-awaited Legend of Maula Jutt, was also part of the team, and shared a selfie to commemorate the occasion.

Siddiqui it seems has taken it upon himself to show Pakistani content across borders. Only a few days ago, the star was part of the team seeking to flourish Pak-Turkey brotherhood.

He hosted the Turkish delegation and had shared some lovely pictures with Ertugrul's star Abdul Rehman Alp, revealing his personal fan moment.

"Though he says he’s fallen in love with Pakistan and our hospitality, I must tell you my friend, you have got two fans for life in megastar Humayun Saeed and a fairly popular actor, yours truly," he had said in a message directed to the star.

Comments

Teddy Jan 19, 2021 04:33pm
Stop this hype.
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Chrís Dăn Jan 19, 2021 05:17pm
It is highly appreciable that positive artists in Pakistan are working for a better image of the country specifically while there is not any obvious support available from government. Bravo Adnan . Sega sega,many others will join you in your goodwill journey. A long journey starts from small steps.
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Rahul S. Jan 19, 2021 06:09pm
What about cultural exchanges with India ?
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Junaid Jan 19, 2021 06:50pm
No need to, people are already happy to watch our Turkish brother religious dramas. So you my bro focus on that instead of wasting people precious time.
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Fast comment Jan 19, 2021 07:12pm
Britain is the closest country to Pak. The culture, relations, travel,trade is already there. Adnan is just a helping hand.Good job.
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Zak Jan 19, 2021 07:26pm
'After pushing for Pak-Turk collaborations with all his might, he has now set his sights on a new milestone for Pakistani television: a Pakistan-UK dosti in the form of a cultural exchange.' Adnan siddiqi is doing a great job. For us Mughal, Turk rule was of refinement and enlightenment and British era of modernisation and technology. Both are part of South asia and good to connect.
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Zak Jan 19, 2021 07:28pm
@Rahul S. 'What about cultural exchanges with India ? What about UN plebiscite in IOk.
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Teddy Jan 19, 2021 08:58pm
Please don't ask for aid, loans and free covid vaccines from UK now....they know whats coming.
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Sayyar Khan Jan 19, 2021 09:03pm
@Rahul S. Talk to Modi. Pakistan has no issues in such positive exchanges.
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Bashir George Jan 19, 2021 10:23pm
@Rahul S. India and Pakistan have the same culture so there is no need to do the cultural exchange.
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Browngirl Jan 20, 2021 12:56am
Probably wants multiple-year visa.
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Shaz Jan 20, 2021 04:13am
@Bashir George no they don't
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Bipul Jan 20, 2021 05:44am
@Rahul S. 'What about cultural exchanges with India ? We don't have a' culture' per se.
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Samad pasha Jan 20, 2021 05:47am
@Fast comment 'Britain is the closest country to Pak. The culture, relations, travel,trade is already there. Adnan is just a helping hand.Good job.' Yes it is, after all the British ruled Pakistan, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, so did the Turks and Great Mughals. Be proud of your heritage. We have no issues or complexes.
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ambreen Jan 20, 2021 08:15am
@Rahul S. will Indian Govt allow ???
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M. Emad Jan 20, 2021 09:04am
'One way traffic' cross-cultural exchange between pakistan and TURKEY.
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Zak Jan 20, 2021 12:26pm
@ambreen '@Rahul S. will Indian Govt allow ???' People of Pakistan will not allow. India has no culture.
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Zak Jan 20, 2021 12:27pm
@M. Emad 'One way traffic' cross-cultural exchange between pakistan and TURKEY.' And proud of it. Turk-Pak are blood brothers with cultural affinity.
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savera Jan 20, 2021 01:20pm
@Browngirl Many top Pakistani actors are already British citizens and don't need visas.
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