Moneeza Hashmi: Carrying forward a legacy
Moneeza Hashmi shares her journey — from PTV to penning two books: Who Am I? and Conversations with My Father

Omair Alavi
Lifestyle and Entertainment Editor
Omair is an experienced entertainment journalist who loves to dabble in sports from time to time. His bylines have appeared in leading Pakistani newspapers and has had the chance to interview international celebrities besides Pakistani actors.
Moneeza Hashmi, daughter of the legendary poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz, shares an intimate story of carrying forward a towering legacy while carving her own.
As PTV’s Director of Programming, she broke barriers and shaped the nation’s cultural narrative. From interviewing iconic personalities to authoring her own stories, Moneeza’s journey has been a masterclass in storytelling.
Now an acclaimed author, she reflects on how her father’s words still echo today, through the creative pursuits of her son Adeel Hashmi and the next generation of storytellers.
Nukta’s Lifestyle Editor Omair Alavi sits down with her for an inspiring conversation on art, media, family, and the timeless power of storytelling.
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