Veteran actor Khaled Anam is not just a familiar face for TV and film viewers; he is also an accomplished music composer and singer. Peera Ho remains his most popular hit song, inspiring a generation of singers, some of whom went on to make a name for themselves.

In a podcast with Nukta’s Omair Alavi, he shares stories about his career as both an actor and singer and discusses the importance of theatre in honing an actor’s skills. With a career spanning over four decades, he offers plenty of insight into this conversation.

Khaled Anam also speaks at length about the challenges faced by today’s scriptwriters and actors, his decision to step back from singing despite coming up with Peera Ho, and the importance of children’s education in Pakistan.