Pakistani Actress Mehwish Hayat has penned down an appreciation note for film director Nadeem Baig for his role in the revival of Pakistani cinema on his 45th birthday. Taking to Instagram, the Punjab Nahi Jaugi actress shared dazzling throwback photos with the director and extended her birthday wishes.

She wrote, “Happy Birthday to one of the foremost directors of our country and a very dear friend.”

“You have almost singlehandedly revived Pakistani cinema and in my opinion nobody understands our audience better than you do. Be it Manjali, Dillagi, JPNA, Punjab Nahi Jaungi and now LNJ. It has always been a pleasure to work with you Nadeem,” the actress said.

“I consider myself fortunate to have been able share this incredible decade long journey with you and have learnt so much from the experience and I look forward to so many more.”

Mehwish further said, “I hope that even in these difficult times you are able to celebrate this special day – we’ll defer the cake till we are back on set InshaAllah. Long may you shine!”

Mehwish is one of the top most Pakistani actresses. Her contemporaries include Mahira Khan who is one of the top Pakistani artist. On the work front, Mehwish will next be seen in Nadeem Baig’s film London Nahi Jaunga opposite Humayun Saeed.