Khyber TV has promoted Pashtun’s culture, beauty, cuisines, hospitality, young talent, events, and colors in numerous ways.
Different artists and singers rose to fame just because of Khyber TV.
Qazi Arif
Qazi Arif is the most talented and versatile artist Avt khyber has ever produced. He has proved his skills and talent in almost every type of medium. He has done numerous characters.
Qazi Arif is matchless when it comes to acting, mimicking, and above all spreading happiness. Qazi Arif has played various roles during the last 17 years and almost all of those roles and characters are imprinted forever in the minds of viewers.
Qazi Arif’s talent has been recognized by prominent personalities as well. Avt Khyber is proud to produce and nurture such a brilliant talent. His magical performances in different shows of Avt Khyber are hard to forget. Qazi Arif’s performance has changed the course of Pashto television and it is just due to his brilliance in comic roles.
Qazi Arif is a superb host, an excellent comedian, and a brilliant artist. Qazi Arif has hosted different special event show from different stations as well.
Cafe De Chopal was one of the most famous shows of Avt Khyber and Qazi Arif played a central role in it. Qazi Arif is also a Drama Director, Writer, Host, and Anchor.
Khyber Show, hosted by Qazi Arif was based on the format of “Tariq Aziz Show” the show received tremendous response from the public. Qazi Arif character of Shano ustaad was a mega-hit.
His latest acting in Drama Deedan was exceptional. He has hosted different morning shows of avt khyber as well. Qazi Arif is well known for his character in Khyber Beats Platform which was one of the most famous songs of Avtkhyber. Avt Khyber has given tribute to Qazi Arif in the show Khyber Sang Pa Sang. Qazi Arif appeared as a new character in every episode of “Da Mahjabeen Lounge” which speaks volumes of his talent, ability, and skill.
Without any doubt, “Avt Khyber” has provided a platform to many artists and singers who excelled in their careers.
Zeek Afridi
Zeek Afridi is one of the most prominent names of all these artists/singers.
Zeek Afridi who belongs to the Afridi tribe of Tirah rose to fame due to his famous song Bibi sherina. Avt Khyber provided him the platform to show his talent to the world. This song was a mega-hit song. Later Zeek Afridi released an Urdu version of the song as well. After getting the recognition just because of Avt Khyber he was nominated for different awards as well. In 2017 he won the “Pride of Peshawar” Award. Zeek Afridi has also sung the official anthem for Peshawar Zalmi.
Bakhtiar Khattak
Bakhtiar Khattak is a big fan of Khan Abdul Ghani Khan’s poetry and it is Avt Khyber that has provided him the real platform to express himself to the fullest. Bakhtiar Khattak’s personality and features are a true representation of Pukhuns. Although initially, he sang an Urdu song and even played a role in PTV drama, but it was Avt Khyber which truly provided him a platform to show his abilities and talents. Bakhtiar Khattak who is a great Pashto musician and a great singer as well has hosted so many music-related shows on Avt Khyber. Bakhtiar Khattak received tremendous responses from his different shows on Avt Khyber. Now different brands are inviting him to represent him as a brand ambassador. Avt Khyber has been and will always be a source of promoting real talent like Bakhtiar Khattak. Bakhtiar Khattak leading shows with Avt Khyber are Khyber Beats, Da Awazoona Safar, Naway Rang, Stayena and Eid Special Shows.
Hamayoon Khan
Hamayoon Khan, Pashto singer, and musician is another success story from Peshawar. Avt Khyber has played a very important role in his success.
His most famous song is “Gule Ro Ro Raza” which he sang during one of the musical shows of Avt Khyber. During his musical program on avt khyber he did lots of experimentation of fusion (Folk & Pop)
which he later utilized in Coke Studio Season 5. The main shows hosted by Hamayoon Khan at Avt khybers are Khyber Beats, Da Awazoona Safar, Naway Rang, Stayena.
Shahid Malang
Shahid Malang is a brilliant Rubab Player and a very talented singer as well. Avt Khyber has played a very massive role in his success.
Shahid Malang has played a very important role in the success of “Sheeno Meeno Show”. Sheeno Meeno show is one of the leading shows of Avt Khyber. Pukhtoons from all over the world watch this amazing show of Avt Khyber. Shahid Malang’s tappy in Sheeno Meeno Show of Avt Khyber are liked by millions of Pakhtoons. Just because the platform provided by Avt Khyber Shahid Malang is now recognized by the masses. His laughter is infectious and he cannot hold it back.
Shahid Malang is a very humble and down-to-earth personality and due to avt khyber now he is being invited to different musical events of the country. He has received massive public positive responses from these events. Not only that he was also part of different Award Shows. Shahid Malang performance in Avt Khyber show “Staray Mashay” back in 2016 was phenomenal. Shahid Malang’s performance in Avt Khyber show “Da Khyber Makhaam” was very memorable.
Avt Khyber shows have groomed his personality and talent in the best possible way. Credit goes to AVT Khyber for nurturing his talent.
Almas Khalil
Almas Khalil’s story is one of the most amazing success stories. He rose to fame due to his song “Pregida Ma Pregida” which he sang with “Bakhtiar Khattak” and “Hamayoon Khan” during one of the musical shows
of Avt Khyber. After that, there is no looking back for him. Avt khyber then provided him many opportunities to show his singing talent.
He was invited to different mega events organized by AVT Khyber. Almas Khalil performance in 2016 during the show Jwand Khkulay De of AVT Khyber’s 12th Anniversary is the best of all.
Not even a single singer can come close to the popularity level which Almas Khalil has gained especially on social media. Avt Khyber had identified and recognized his talent and gave him enough opportunity to flourish.
Shahenshah Afridi
Shahenshah Afridi is one of the leading talents of Pashto comedy. He is also famous for his natural and original acting and mimicry talent. Shahenshah Afridi’s acting in Avt Khyber’s show “Kour Ore” is simply outstanding. When it comes to Pashto comedy his the most famous actor among the masses. He has a great social media following as well. Shahenshah Afridi has also performed on the special events of Avt Khyber and he is well known for his superb acting in skits. He has performed many roles and has won the hearts of millions. His comedic talents and skills are exceptional. He has been invited as a guest in different Ramzan transmissions of Avt Khyber as well. His character of Sada Gul in “Da Khyber Milmanah” is the most relatable character for the viewers. His performance in “Khyber Nights” (which is one of the most interesting shows of Avt khyber) was exceptional. Shahenshah Afridi also played a very different and unique role in Ulas Ao Pulas, a comedy series of Avt Khyber, this was the starting point of his successful career. Shahenshah Afridi is a great stage performer as well. Shahenshah Afridi is part of Avt Khyber for decades now and he has really improved his skills during this time. Shahenshah Afridi is now a household name when it comes to Pashto comedy.
Mahjabeen Ahsan
Mahjabeen Ahsan, the queen of Avt khyber, is the most decent and elegant host of Avt Khyber. She has hosted different morning shows and special shows on Avt Khyber. Special Shows include Eid Shows, Anniversary shows. Mahjabeen Ahsan is widely known due to morning shows of Avt Khyber (Khyber Sahar). “Da Mahjabeen Lounge” was also hosted by Mahjabeen Ahsan and received a tremendous response from the viewers.
Mahjabeen Ahsan is now well recognized by the masses and she has also appeared on the mainstream channels in different characters. She has also hosted Pehchan Pakistan (Morning Show) on PTV Global. Credit goes to AVT Khyber for nurturing her talent by continuously providing her with different platforms to showcase her talent.
Meena Shams
Meena Shams is one of the leading female hosts of Avt Khyber. Meena shams has hosted many special shows, for example, Eid Shows, Anniversary Shows, Independence day shows on Avt Khyber.
Avt Khyber has proved her platform to show her hosting talent to the world. She is well known for hosting Sheeno Meeno Show on Avt Khyber. She has acted in different avt khyber’s dramas as well.
She has made her mark in her acting career as well. Meena Shams is the face of Avt Khyber when it comes to the morning shows. She hosts morning shows of Avt khyber by the name of Khyber Sahar.
Avt Khyber has not only introduced my talented artists, hosts, anchors, directors, and producers but also through different programs introduced rising stars of the country as well.
Zaki ur Rehman
Since childhood Zaki ur Rehman was interested in singing, skits, and comparing, but it was avt khyber that provided him a platform to excel in his career. His first ever show in avt khyber was an Eid Show in Islamabad Club. It was superbly hosted by zaki ur rehman in the most original and natural way. After that, there was no looking back. He has hosted morning shows, Eid Shows, shows about 23 March, Independence Day, Anniversary, and Ramzan Transmission. He is very much inspired by the theme of Ellen Show. He is of the view that he has learned a lot from the concept of that show.
Zaki ur Rehman is a big fan of Moin Akthar and he learned a lot from his humorist style, Zaki ur Rehman is of the view that moin Akhtar has a great influence on his hosting career. Zaki ur Rehman loved his charming voice.
Zaki ur Rehman is a very humble and down-to-earth personality. He learns from each and every person around him. He says that his all producers have groomed him and he has learned a lot from them. Avt Khyber has provided zaki ur rehman so many mediums to express his talent so that he could reach his true potential.
The best part of Zaki ur Rehman’s hosting is that he covers serious topics in the most light-hearted manner. Mehdi Hassan is his favorite singer. Zaki ur Rehman desire and aim is to become the best anchor in the world. Zaki ur Rehman is a good motivational speaker as well.
Avt Khyber has provided zaki ur rehman opportunities to interview politicians, cricket players, singers, artists, and so many other renowned personalities as well. Zakir ur Rehman has hosted Da Khyber Milmanah, Khyber Nights, Avt.com, Khyber Beats Classics, Jwand, and so many other shows.
Shan Khan
Shan Khan is a famous singer, composer, and lyricist. He is famous for his song “Tum Chale Aoo Paharo Ke Qasam”. His father Kamal Mahsood remained unknown during his lifetime. Kamal Mahsood was a singer, belonging to Mahsud Tribe, from Dera Ismail Khan (Khyber Pakthunkhwa), he died due to a heart attack and he could only launch his one audio volume “Tum Chaley Aao Paharo ki Qasam”. Kamal Mahsood did not get the recognition which he deserved, so keeping that in mind Avt khyber provided Shan Khan a platform to excel in his career.
Avt Khyber identified and realized his exceptional talent and promoted him by inviting him to almost every special show so that his voice could be reached to millions of people.
Just because of Avt Khyber Shan Khan is now performing at different venues and festivals in Pakistan and abroad as well.
Avt Khyber is the true promoter of real talent. Avt Khyber has and will continue its mission to give a platform to talented persons.
Shan Khan has performed in Avt Khyber’s Morning shows, Eid Shows, 23 March shows, Independence Day, and Anniversary shows.
Asif Ali Yousafzai
Avt Khyber identified Asif Ali yousafazi’s talent of hosting, anchoring instantly. Asif Ali yousafzai is a very positive and enthusiastic person. He is a very good director as well and has directed many special shows, teleplays, and songs as well. He is more focused on Production and direction-related work which include comedy shows, cultural shows and he covers Mega-Events as well. Staso Khwakha is one of his most famous roadshows. Apart from that, he has also hosted shows like Kali Wal Rangoona, Da Zrrah Khabaray, Paighamoona, Pakhair, Grand Musical Shows, Khyber Beats Mast, and Eid Special show of Avt Khyber.
For Avt Khyber Asif Ali Yousafzi has also directed a TeleFilm by the name of Chaal. Another famous song Intizar was also directed by Asif Ali Yousafzai for Avt Khyber. Most of Sheeno Meeno Eid Special shows have been directed by Asif Ali Yousafzai.
Sadia Gul
Sadia Gul is famous for her character in Avt Khyber’s most famous sitcom kor ore. Kour ore is one of the most beloved sitcoms in the history of sitcoms produced by Avt Khyber.
Sadia Gul dialogue delivery and facial expression are simply amazing. Sadia Gul has done different morning shows on Avt Khyber as well. It is just due to Avt Khyber that she is now being recognized as one of the leading artists when it comes to Pashto Comedy. Get goes to Avt Khyber for nurturing talents like Sadia Gul.
Ahmad Sher
Ahmad Sher is one of the most talented chefs Avt Khyber has ever produced. He has also hosted different morning shows on Avt Khyber.
Ahmad Sher has the tremendous ability to cook the most delicious food. His top shows on avt khyber are Khowandawar Khyber, Da Korba Khowanduna, Da Dalda Khawandoona, Da Kashmir Pakhlay. Ahmed Sher stands out from other chefs due to his cooking skills.
So many talented young chefs are inspired by his cooking style. Ahmad sher knows this fact very well that cooking is an art.
He also knows how to serve food in the best possible way. Ahmad sher is part of Avt Khyber for the last many years and it is due to Avt Khyber that now he is being recognized as one of the best chefs of the region.
By Naila Javed
