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This forms a compilation of all my written work done so far!!!!!!
The work involves celebrity interviews that I have conducted so far, my journalism work and literary work, my fiction work...and my TV plus radio shows...
I did radio, I did TV, and I always to find the real me..
As a writer, I could write more openly and that explored the real me..
Stay Blessed..
Cheers...
Sadaf

Monday, November 15, 2010

Chit-Chat Exclusive: Hira Tareen


Published in Desi Issue of INK 

[Interview by Sadaf Fayyaz]

[Photography by: Jeff Eames & Zara Tareen] 

This beautiful woman is the Founder of and Creative Director at H&Z Productions. She has over seven years of experience in the fashion and creative industry. She specializes in styling and make-up as well as the choreography and concept development for runway shows.  She personally works with each model to perfect the walks and routines before each runway event. Hira also heads the Web Design and marketing departments of H&Z. In addition to being a conscientious and sensitive individual, she has amazing “Tabla” playing skills to her credit. INK recently had the opportunity to talk with the remarkable Hira Tareen.


My complexes: It is to publicly admit my complexes ☺

What turns me on: Humor, confidence and cleanliness

What turns me off: Bad hygiene & negativity

Philosophy of Life: Life is short, do what you love. Stop worrying about others and don’t take yourself so seriously either.

Secret Ambitions: I don’t believe in keeping your ambitions secret.

Favorite perfume: Coco Mademoiselle by Chanel

Favorite car: Not too picky with cars but I loved my Volkswagen Jetta in Dallas! It was a simple car yet had a lot of cool features.

Favorite dress: Whatever dress I happen to be wearing at the moment. That’s the only way I can make it look good.

Favorite place to hang out: It varies…….. sometimes my room, sometimes the outdoors or just a cozy place with good music and friends.

Favorite Movie: Gladiator, Seven, Troy, Avatar, Guru, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Favorite Actors: Liev Schreiber, Russell Crowe, Aamir Khan, Johnny Depp, Kate Winslet, Jim Carrey and Penelope Cruz

Characteristics that attract me as a person: Simplicity, humor, honesty, good hygiene, politeness, fitness, ambition, humility and confidence


Things I hate to do: Wash dishes and delete emails from my inbox

As a kid I was: Shy and quiet but very observant

What I always put off until tomorrow: Going through my face book friend requests and organizing my email inbox :-/

My craziest fan: My fans are not crazy!

Success to me is: Being content and happy with everything you have achieved so far in life.

Modeling for me is like: A craft as well as form of self-expression, plus it’s a great deal of fun!

When no one is looking, I like to: Wonder why they aren’t: P

Describe a moment in your life that was truly romantic: A couple of times that I have seen the sunrise while being by the ocean has felt really romantic.

My most prized possession: If we are talking about material things then it is my Macbook Pro and my Tabla.

What is the real me like: If you really get to know me, then you will find out that I am really goofy, easy going, playful and I like to make a lot of cheesy puns that eventually my friends get used to and enjoy.

My Idea of perfect happiness: Doing what you love and sharing your moments of success with all the people you love

Three things that I like about myself:
 I’m calm
I’m logical
 I’m sensitive

Three things that I dislike about myself:

I tend to overanalyze things
I avoid phone calls
I’m sensitive

Beauty according to me is: Having that special something that cannot be defined.

Biggest Regret: Not learning how to play the ‘Tabla’ at an early age

Favorite Hero: Mahatma Gandhi and Mother Teresa. I know my answer is very clichéd but I truly admire their ability to not stray from their original purpose and goal, regardless of whatever obstacle they faced throughout their lives.

Favorite Quote: "Without leaps of imagination, or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Dreaming, after all, is a form of planning."
— Gloria Steinem

Biggest Passion: Music & design

Favorite Food: Haleem & Sushi

Favorite Drink: Chai

Fitness secret: It wouldn’t be a secret if I told you

Biggest Expectation: Is from myself, not from others.

Favorite Pastime: Discovering new music and trends in design, technology, fashion, etc. and of course
playing ‘Tabla’

Favorite Song: Koop Island Blues by Koop


Favorite Fashion Designer: I mostly prefer finding vintage items and compiling them myself into an outfit of my own style. However even though I can’t afford most of these designers my favorites in terms of their work would be Zac Posen, Alexander Wang, Thakoon, 3.1 Philip Lim, Alexander McQueen, BCBG Max Azria, Tory Burch. As far as Pakistani designers are concerned, I still have a lot more to learn about what is currently happening in the fashion scene. But from judging what I do know, I love the work of Munib Nawaz, Rizwan Beyg, Nilofer Shahid, and HSY.

Source of Learning: My father, mother, brother, sister, every person that I meet. Plus it comes from books, internet and magazines.

Source of Inspiration: My Mom & Dad, Nature, traveling, the internet, cultures, history, and music.

I hate people who: Hate

Favorite Season: There is beauty in every season.


Favorite Model: I can’t give this label to just one there are way too many amazing models in this world. Each model has something special and unique to offer. However, I do like Gisele Bundchen's confidence and Lakshmi Menon’s style. As far as Pakistani models go,, we have much too many beautiful women here. The list will just be too long.

Zodiac Sign: A true Leo…Roarrrr!

Biggest Weakness: Spicy food

Biggest Strength: Moving on from bad situations and thinking about the next step in my life.

The Biggest Hurdle in my Way: External factors such as the current political situation and violence flourishing in our country.

Message to Readers of Ink:  Always be thankful for what you have but never stop striving for greatness. Don’t indulge in discouraging and negative discussions about the world which are not in your control; however do focus on yourself, and how you can improve the world as an individual citizen. The rest will fall into place. Lastly, do the one thing that you love the most,and throw your heart and soul into it. You will see that success will follow your footsteps.

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