Karachi: (RightNow) Bollywood stylist Aakif Ilyas claims Kareena Kapoor’s character in ‘Jab We Met’ was inspired by a Pakistani drama. He states the character resembles Sana from the drama ‘Ankahi’.

Aakif Ilyas shared on a private TV channel that he worked with the production company of ‘Jab We Met’. During this time, he watched the classic PTV drama ‘Ankahi’, featuring Shehnaz Sheikh as Sana.

Ilyas believes the character Geet in ‘Jab We Met’ closely resembles the Pakistani drama character. He invites audiences to watch both and share their opinions.

This claim has sparked discussions in Pakistani and Indian showbiz circles. The drama ‘Ankahi’ aired in the 1980s and is considered a memorable PTV production.

It is noteworthy that Aakif Ilyas moved abroad after a successful career in Pakistan. He continues to work with Pakistani clients in photography and styling overseas.