Chand Nawab, the Pakistani journalist who became an internet sensation due to his viral reporting video, was humorously recreated by Mahira Khan in a playful Instagram post. On Eid, Mahira shared a fun clip where she mimicked the viral scene from Chand Nawab’s iconic video. Standing at a railway station in a red salwar suit, she recreated the moment where Chand Nawab was interrupted during his report. Just like in the original, Mahira encounters a distraction when a stranger walks across her camera, and her frustrated expressions hilariously mirror the journalist’s famous reactions.
In her Instagram post, Mahira captioned the video, “Eid aaney waali hai aur Train station pe shoot thi – Chaand Nawab toh banta hai” (Eid is coming in a few days, and we had a shoot at the train station, so the Chand Nawab recreation is a must).
Chand Nawab’s Influence in Pop Culture
Mahira’s playful video is part of a wider trend of recreating Chand Nawab’s viral reporting style. The iconic scene from Nawab’s original video even inspired a character in the 2015 film Bajrangi Bhaijaan, where Nawazuddin Siddiqui portrayed a similar role. This moment in the film led to a massive resurgence of Chand Nawab’s popularity, bringing millions of views to his viral clip again.
Where Is Chand Nawab Now?
So, where is the real Chand Nawab today? The journalist is currently working with ARY News, one of Pakistan’s leading news channels. He has also appeared in Pakistani dramas produced by AJ and Hum Drama. Beyond his journalistic work, Chand Nawab has featured in commercials for major brands like KFC, Easy Paisa, BATA Shoes, and Service Shoes. His fame continues to grow, especially after his viral moment in 2016, which inspired the Bajrangi Bhaijaan scene.
Meanwhile, Mahira Khan, who made her Bollywood debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Raees (which was a global box office success), is also making waves. Her latest appearance in The Legend of Maula Jatt is a massive hit, making it the highest-grossing Punjabi film of all time.
Both Mahira and Chand Nawab continue to capture the hearts of fans, whether through comedy or poignant moments in media.
