Ifran is an architect, who not only creates models for the buildings he is designing, but is a model himself!  He works with two of his partners in his own architecture firm in Lahore and aspires to be someone who is not only good at his work but also famous for it!  Meanwhile, he's quite famous for starring in TV ads, music videos, and designer campaigns.  Will the architect stay strong or the model take over in the future...let's find out!  

1. How would you introduce yourself to our readers, both as a person as well as a professional?

I’m an architect by profession; one of three partners in a firm called Architects Inc. in Lahore. I also model and perform mime on a part-time basis. I’m a laid back, down to earth person. I love solving problems and therefore almost enjoy working in high stress environments, so I can help people get rid of their stress by solving their issues! (Laughs).

2. When did you start your modeling career and what was the inspiration?

There was no inspiration in starting the modeling career; it just happened when Maria B, a renowned designer, saw me at a dinner and offered me a shoot.

3. Which of your modeling projects do you like the most and why?

I won’t say that I do selective work but yes, I’ve been really lucky all the same; whatever projects I’ve done have been a real success. I once did an ad for Shell HiLux which I personally liked a lot.

4. What about architecture – what is your focus and projects in this area?

Here at Architects Inc., we mainly focus on one thing which is probably not a common trend, and that is to be different as well as reasonable.

5. What are some of the trends or changes you like about architecture in Pakistan?

Pakistan being a developing country everything is booming and so is architecture. It is still shaping up but the good thing is that people have started realizing the importance of architects and architecture.

6. What is more important to you professionally – your media work or architecture? In ten years from now, how would you like to be known?

Well architecture is what I studied and it’s how I learn more about the environment, while on the other hand media is for fun and a short break from work. Ten years from now, I would like myself to be recognized as a leading architect who has to be good at what he does as well as be famous for his work.

7. As an actor, what projects have you already done and what type of roles do you want to play in the future?

I’ve have done a few plays like College Jeans and am currently doing Rubber Band. I’ve also done a few music videos like Jawad Ahmad’s Dosti, Ali Zafar’s Chal Dil Meray, Sehar’s Bheega Mausam, Shazia Manzoor’s Banto. Plus I have a few commercials like Coke, Lipton, Paktel GSM.

8. Lately everyone seems to be doing something in Bollywood – what about you? Any offers or plans?

(Laughs) Not right now! I’ve got a long way to go but yes, when I was in college Sunil Shetty was casting for his Indo-Pak project to be shot in South Africa and he did ask me, “So young man, wanna’ do a film?” My reply to him was “I have to finish my studies first then I’ll see what to choose: Bollywood or Hollywood!!!!” I think he took it really seriously and we never met again (laughs).

9. What are some of your most favorite and least favorite things in the world?

I am an animal lover so spending time with my pets is my favorite thing; I love learning and reading about their behavior. The things I hate the most are watching sports on television and playing video games.

10. Any message for your fans reading this interview on The Saturday Post?

Thank you for your love and support. Keep one thing in mind: work hard, party harder, but try to party being a clean soul which means no drugs!!.