Ahad Raza Mir has marked a significant milestone in his acting career by resharing a special tribute from Sunday Times Magazine, which celebrated his nine years in the entertainment industry.
The Instagram story repost, visible in the shared screenshot, highlights a carefully curated carousel by the publication that traces Ahad’s journey from his earliest days to his growing international footprint.
The visual shared by Ahad features a central portrait of him holding a cup of coffee, layered over a collage of his past characters and drama stills.
Across the image, bold text reads “9 Years of Excellence Celebrating Ahad Raza Mir’s Journey in Acting,” signaling a reflective look at a career shaped by intention and steady growth.
At the bottom of the story, Ahad added a simple note of gratitude, tagging the publication with “Thank you @sundaytimes” followed by a folded hands emoji.
The carousel itself unfolds Ahad’s career in a structured narrative.
The second slide focuses on his foundation, with the caption stating: “The Foundation: From theatre stages in Canada to Pakistani television, Ahad entered the industry with training, discipline, and intent. This was never accidental fame. It was preparation meeting opportunity.”
The montage visually connects his theatre roots with his early screen appearances, underlining the groundwork behind his debut.
The third slide revisits his first television project, Sammi, which aired on January 29, 2017.
The clip features Bilal Khan and Mawra Hocane in conversation before transitioning into scenes of Mawra and Ahad together.
The caption reads: “The Beginning: Ahad stepped into the world of acting with the drama Sammi on January 29th, 2017, instantly capturing attention with his natural talent and charisma.”
The fourth slide highlights Yaqeen Ka Safar, widely regarded as a turning point in his career.
Text on the video says: “Breakthrough that Changed everything: Yaqeen Ka Safar didnt’ just introduce a star. It introduced an actor audiences trusted. Subtle, restrained, emotionally grounded.” The clip emphasizes the quiet intensity that became a defining trait of his performances.
Subsequent slides focus on his range and choices.
One reads: “Range Over Repetition: From Ye Dil Mera to Ehd-e-Wafa, from romance to psychological depth, Ahad consistently chose roles that demanded emotional intelligence, not shortcuts,” accompanied by intense scenes from his dramas.
Another slide shifts attention to his global work, noting: “Beyond Borders: Ahad stepped outside familiar territory and into global storytelling. Not as a token face, but as a character with narrative weight.”
A dedicated slide addresses his role in Netflix’s Resident Evil, stating: “Resident Evil (Neflix 2022): In Resident Evil, Ahad played Arjun Batra, a survivor in post-apocalyptic world.
The role required vulnerability, realism, and emotional risk. It marked a Pakistani actor owning space in an international narrative without dilution or apology.”
This is followed by a broader reflection on representation and why such work matters.
The final slide concludes with: “Nine years later, the choices are sharper. The silence between performances speaks louder. And the journey is still unfolding. Here’s to roles that challenge, stories that travel, and craft that lasts.”
Sunday Times captioned the post by describing Ahad as an actor who has consistently chosen substance over spectacle, and included his own words: “I’m so grateful to everyone who walked this road with me, to my younger self for starting, and to the version of me standing here now still learning, still imperfect, but hey, still here. This is not a celebration of success, rather a celebration of all of you. You are my family. I love you.”
By resharing the tribute, Ahad acknowledged not just the milestone, but the steady, evolving journey that continues to define his place in modern Pakistani storytelling.
