Sanam Saeed recently appeared on PTV, where she spoke about representing Pakistan at the Cannes Film Festival, her acting career and dealing with online criticism.
Talking about her Cannes debut, Sanam said she attended the festival with designer Hussain Rehar to showcase Pakistan’s culture and traditional craftsmanship on a global stage.
She noted that many international luxury brands draw inspiration from regions like Pakistan without giving proper credit.
She said their goal was to highlight Pakistani talent and show the world the contribution of South Asian women and artisans.
Sanam described Cannes as a demanding experience that required careful planning and strict schedules, from managing outfits to attending events and catching flights.
Addressing online trolling, she responded to comments about her appearance by saying she has a classic Pakistani face and does not take such criticism personally.
Reflecting on her career, Sanam spoke about her popular role as Kashaf in ‘Zindagi Gulzar Hai’, saying the character remains relatable because it reflects real social and economic differences in society.
She also discussed her recent drama Kafeel, where she played a mother of four, and praised her young co-stars for their professionalism.
Speaking about ‘Mai Manto Nahi Hoon’, Sanam said she enjoyed playing the warm and friendly character of Miss Maria after years of intense roles.
She also shared her experience of working with Humayun Saeed and Sajal Ali for the first time.
The interview ended with Sanam emphasising the importance of meaningful storytelling and promoting Pakistani talent and culture on international platforms.