Shehzad’s Qismat Apnay Haat Mein -another first!

Celebrities are like twinkling stars when looked at the sky. But there is a difference. Some stars are very prominent and can be seen every night. Others glimmer here and there.
Similarly, just a few days back one such shining star launched his album. Launching videos and albums have become a norm. The planning, too, is stereotype. Book a local hotel or an atrium and bang! Your album is launched. Shehzad Roy, one of the most serious minded musicians came up with a unique and offbeat idea that depicts patriotism. He didn’t go around inviting the top notchers - the who’s who of the city. He went and launched his ‘Qismat Apnay Haat Mein’ at the juvenile jail arranged and released by AAG the youth channel of GEO TV. Accompanying him was the comic duo, Azfar and Mani and last but not the least – the person who brings a smile to your face the minute you meet him - Faisal Qureshi.

The space was limited but the effort was great making it a memorable event for not just the juvenile detainees but also the press and few invited guests. For some time now, Shehzad has been wanting to revive the school at the juvenile detention but so far he has not been able to attain what he desired. “Hopefully, it will happen. I hope they make the situation better for children in the juvenile section. I really appreciate the co operation of the IG Prisons and the DIG that they agreed to launch my album here,” added Shehzad in a quick chat session with MAG. “In due course, it may happen. I mean the re establishment of the school.” This is the first time that something of this nature, in a detention centre or jail, has ever been presented.
It was a well-organised event. The launch of Shehzad’s latest offering was well received by everyone. The spirit of sharing was communicable among the people present. There was also a slapstick performance by the favourites of youth - Azfar and Mani. But the show stealer, however, was the video, screened within the environs. ‘Laga Rae’ was the video which had everyone, either tapping their foot or rhythmically moving their heads to the thumping analogue beat.
Later, hi-tea was served and enjoyed by everyone. Something that caught my eye and touched my heart was that while the hi-tea items were quite a few, they were not only devoured by the guests but were also distributed amongst the inmates - children in the juvenile detention. It was exemplary. Way to go, Shehzad, Geo and AAG! Laga Rae…