Becoming an actress in Pakistan’s TV drama industry is a dream many young girls carry in their hearts. But most of them never find the right guidance, training, or opportunities. This article tells the inspiring journey of Shakeela, a 13-year-old passionate girl from Faisalabad, who took her first big step toward this dream by joining Lahore Film School (LFS). Her story will help parents, young girls, and new talent understand how they too can start their acting career in Pakistan.
Who Is Shakeela? A Young Dreamer From Faisalabad
Shakeela belongs to a humble family living in Faisalabad. She is only 13 years old, but her passion for acting is stronger than many adults. Like many girls in Pakistan’s village and small-city areas, she didn’t have access to professional acting academies or trainers. But what made her different was her determination, confidence, and family support.
Her parents—especially her mother and father—believed in her dream. They supported her, encouraged her, and even travelled with her to Lahore so she could learn acting professionally. This family support is the main reason she was able to take the first step toward becoming an actress.
Shakeela’s First Visit to Lahore Film School (LFS)
When Shakeela visited Lahore Film School, she was excited and nervous at the same time. It was her first experience entering a professional acting environment. She joined our acting classes where she learned:
- Basic acting techniques
- Confidence-building exercises
- How to stand, move, and express emotions
- How to speak dialogues naturally
- How to face camera
- How to build screen presence
Her video is attached where you can clearly see her passion and confidence. In just a few weeks, her improvement surprised not only her family but our acting coaches as well.
Why Her Story Is Important for Every Young Girl in Pakistan
Shakeela represents thousands of girls across Pakistan—especially from small towns and villages—who want to become actresses but don’t know where to start. Many girls feel acting is not possible because:
- They cannot travel to big cities
- They don’t have trainers
- They don’t know how to join dramas
- They fear how society will judge them
- They think acting is expensive
But Shakeela proved that if a girl has passion, dedication, and family support, she can start her journey from anywhere.
Family Support Matters the Most
One of the strongest reasons behind Shakeela’s success is the support of her parents. Without family support, acting becomes very difficult—especially for young girls. Her mother and father stood by her, understood her dream, and helped her take the right steps.
Every aspiring actress needs:
- Encouragement
- Emotional support
- Guidance while traveling
- Protection and supervision
- Permission to work on sets
When family is involved, the journey becomes safer, smoother, and more successful.
Challenges Girls Face on Sets – The Reality of the Industry
The Pakistani TV drama industry is beautiful, but it is also challenging. Every actress—whether young or experienced—must learn how to survive and grow in this environment.
Girls like Shakeela must be prepared for:
✔ Long working hours
On professional sets, actors spend days and nights shooting. Sometimes there is tension, sometimes delays, and sometimes retakes.
✔ Working with male actors
Actresses must work professionally with male directors, actors, and crews. Professional behavior and boundaries are extremely important.
✔ Gossip & misunderstandings
On sets, there can be misunderstandings, drama, or gossip. Learning how to stay focused and patient is necessary.
✔ Stress & pressure
Acting looks glamorous, but behind the camera there is a lot of hard work, discipline, and patience.
This is why on-set learning is essential.
The Importance of a Good Acting Coach – Abdul Majid’s Role
No actor becomes successful without the right coach.
At Lahore Film School, acting coach Abdul Majid guides students with professional techniques, on-camera training, confidence building, and character development. He not only teaches but also:
- Corrects mistakes
- Casts students in real short films
- Creates opportunities for beginners
- Mentors them personally
- Helps them understand the industry
- Teaches on-set discipline and professionalism
A good acting coach can save beginners from years of struggle. Many talented girls fail just because they never found the right teacher—but Shakeela found one.
A Production House Is Necessary to Become an Actress
Training alone is not enough.
An actor needs:
- A production house
- Short films
- Showreels
- Audition videos
- Acting portfolio
- Real acting projects
At LFS, we provide:
✔ Full Production Support
✔ Casting in Short Films & Dramas
✔ Showreel Editing
✔ Professional Camera Training
✔ Confidence Building
✔ Audition Preparation
Without a production house, a new actress cannot enter the TV drama industry. This is why LFS becomes a complete starting point for young actors like Shakeela.
How Other Girls From Villages Can Join Lahore Film School
If Shakeela can join from Faisalabad at the age of 13, then any passionate girl from:
- Kasur
- Sheikhupura
- Okara
- Sahiwal
- Multan
- Bahawalpur
- Peshawar
- Karachi’s interior towns
- And even from rural areas
can also join Lahore Film School.
Requirements are simple:
1. Passion for Acting
You don’t need money or fashion background—just dedication.
2. Family Support
This is the most important factor. Parents must be supportive.
3. Willingness to Learn
Acting takes time, practice, and patience.
4. Consistent Training
Regular classes help build confidence and skills.
Opportunities for Poor But Passionate Girls
Many girls from low-income families feel acting is impossible for them. But the truth is:
🎯 Talent is more important than money
🎯 Passion is more important than background
🎯 Confidence is more valuable than looks
LFS welcomes girls who have dreams but lack resources. We focus on training, discipline, mentorship, and casting, not glamour and wealth.
Shakeela’s success proves that poverty is not a barrier—lack of opportunity is.
Where Will Shakeela Be After 5 Years?
Today she is 13. After 5 years:
- She will be 18 years old
- She will have full training
- She will have confidence and camera experience
- She will have a strong showreel
- She will know how to work on professional sets
- She may get big roles in dramas
- She may become a rising star from Faisalabad
Her journey has just begun—and the next five years will shape her entire future as an actress.
International Kids Can Also Join – UK, USA, Gulf Countries
Not only Pakistani girls—kids from:
- USA
- UK
- Canada
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- Kuwait
- Qatar
can also join Lahore Film School’s online acting classes. Many overseas Pakistani families want their children to explore acting, confidence building, and screen performance. Our online classes give them the chance to learn from Pakistan’s professional trainers.
Conclusion – Every Girl Can Become an Actress With the Right Support
Shakeela’s journey is an example for every girl in Pakistan:
💛 If you have passion,
💛 If your parents support you,
💛 If you find a good acting coach,
💛 If you get proper training and production support—
Then nothing can stop you from becoming an actress.
Lahore Film School is committed to training, guiding, and launching young talent—from villages to big cities, and even from overseas countries.
Shakeela’s story is just the beginning.
Your story can be next.