I'm generally quite an angry person, and I like to channel my anger toward something creative.

What good is my parents' wealth and education and upbringing if I'm not contributing to the world?

I feel that for the first time in a long time, educated Pakistanis are returning to their country to start up educational projects, to start up businesses, so instead of the brain-drain that happened in the 1950s and 1960s, the country is growing and improving economically.

Pakistan destroyed its own reputation. If anything, I have improved Pakistan's image.

In terms of Saving Face, I was inspired by the stories of survivors who didn’t let their attacks stop them from pursuing justice and seeking treatment.

It takes one second to ruin a woman's life.

By giving our audience intimate access to the lives of musicians, we hope to raise awareness of the region's beautiful cultural heritage and present a more nuanced portrait of its people.