‘The role wasn’t right for my age’: When Atiqa Odho said no to Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum

Veteran actress Atiqa Odho has shared why she declined the role of Shagufta in Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum.

During her show Kya Drama Hai Odho shared that her decision was based on age suitability and scheduling issues.

Although she appreciates her work with director Badar Mehmood, Odho felt that this role wasn’t quite right for her.

Badar Mehmood also weighed in on the situation, stating that he had initially reached out to Odho with that role in mind.
Badar Mehmood said, “I will tell you something, I did call Atiqa for Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum to play Mustafa’s mother, but she was extremely busy and occupied.”

Atiqa elaborated, “There’s an age difference as well, I think Bushra Ansari is a little older, so the role suits her better.”

Viewers have nothing but praise for Bushra Ansari, whose performance as Shagufta has been widely acclaimed.

Odho’s recent focus has been her drama critique show Kya Drama Hai where she provides balanced reviews on trending dramas.
Atiqa has starred in many a hit serials including Sitara Aur Mehrunissa, Dasht, Nijaat, Dao, Humsafar and Dhoka.


Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum is written by Farhat Ishtiaq and directed by Badar Mehmood.

The drama airs every Monday and Tuesday at 8:00 PM on ARY Digital.
Earlier, renowned actress Atiqa Odho is all praise for veteran colleague Saba Hamid portrayal of the lead role in ‘Noor Jahan’.

After episodes 20 and 21 aired this past weekend, Odho took to Instagram to highlight Hamid’s brilliance, calling it an “acting masterclass” for aspiring actors, noting how Saba’s controlled, silent expressions were truly captivating.

“I’m so inspired watching my friend Saba Hamid in #NoorJahan. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime role, and what she has done with it is amazing. She mesmerizes with just her expressions! Well done!”

She also encouraged new actors to view Saba’s performance as a valuable lesson in acting.

Atiqa concluded with, “So proud of you, Saba.”

Many of her Instagram followers agreed, praising Saba’s performance as well.

‘Noor Jahan’ features a strong cast, including Kubra Khan, Ali Rehman Khan, and Noor Hassan. Directed by Musaddiq Malek and written by Zanjabeel Asim Shah.
Atiqa Odho also praised Mustafa, saying that he “fit the role perfectly in the play.”

She said, “In ‘Kabhi Mein, Kabhi Tum,’ Fahad Mustafa is shown as a game-loving boy, and he has maintained his fitness accordingly.”