Abdullah Kadwani

Abdullah started his career as a model. Between 1991 to 1995, he had more than 25 television commercials to his credit.

Abdullah soon ventured into not only productions but direction as well. Between 1997 and 2001 he directed three serials two of which won him the “Best Serial Awards” while, on the business front, he has engaged in media and broadcast marketing and sales.

Starting out as the CEO of Media International in 1993 a media events, public relations and media marketing company, he soon took over as the CEO in partnership with Pakistan’s biggest media services group, Interflow Group in 2000, and launched his flagship company, Icon Media.

It wasn’t until 2001, when as the CEO of Media Max, he acquired the exclusive, MSR of one of the private sector Pakistani C&S TV network. He contributed substantially to the founding and standing of ARY Digital as it stands today.

Formed an entertainment company by the name of 7th Sky Entertainment with Humayun Saeed in 2005 which is now rated[who?] as the top production house in the country.

In addition to marketing and providing consulting to more than 50 software for television in the categories of lifestyle shows, magazine shows, serials, live events and special plays, Abdullah has also produced under the banner of Media International, 3 serials in Pakistan, while producing ‘live telecast’ events, special plays, and lifestyle shows.

He is regarded as an actor in Pakistan. His acting portfolio consists of 16 serials and 50-55 special plays and telefeatures aired across various Television Channels in Pakistan.

Abdullah Kadwani has been a recipient of many awards including; ‘Best Producer’ –1997 for Panchawan Mausum - NTM Awards.

Best Producer – 1999 for Andheray Darechay - NTM Awards.

Best Actor - 1999 for Andheray Darechay - NTM Awards.

Nominated for ‘Best Producer’ – 2003 for Doosri Aurat - PTV Awards.

PTV National Award for ‘Best Producer of Events’ - 2004.

Lux Style Awards for best drama serial ANA - 2005.

In addition he has remained the marketing consultant for PCFA and was instrumental in holding the most prestigious FAF (Fashion Apparel Fair) 1995.

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