'Geo tou Aisay': New TV show to celebrate the successes of Pakistani heroes

The show features a series of inspirational talks delivered by celebrity guests and young leaders in front of a live audience

Web Desk

May 01, 2020

'Geo tou Aisay', a first-of-its-kind show that will air its first episode on TV screens across Pakistan at 7:15pm today on Geo News, aims to showcase the power of ideas, human brilliance, and innovation in a bid to drive Pakistan's youth towards excellence.

The show will feature short talks from a mix of celebrities and young students, activists and leaders — all modern-day Pakistani 'heroes' who have achieved excellence in their respective fields.

The show's guests will be asked to recount, in front of a live audience, their stories of success, their failures and life-changing moments, and how they were inspired to give up everything for their dreams and aspirations.

'Geo tou Aisay' will be hosted by Dr Umar Saif, who is himself an accomplished computer scientist and academician.

Dr Saif said that the main aim of the show is to throw some light on the heroes of Pakistan and give them a voice so that they can share "the stories that are changing Pakistan".

With more than 60% of Pakistan's population comprising the youth, 'Geo tou Aisay' will empower young minds with information and inspiration in the hope that they can drive young Pakistani adults to achieve their very best and tell stories of their own someday, he shared.

What to expect from the show?

The team behind 'Geo tou Aisay' has shared that the talk show will steer clear of questions about fame and politics. Rather, it will provide a chance for young minds to learn from the successes of their compatriots and learn from projects or initiatives that have left a meaningful mark on Pakistani society.

Each episode of the show will feature three speakers, who will be invited to speak to the audience and share their stories. Each episode will feature one or two celebrity speakers, as well as one young up-and-coming speaker who will talk about a completely novel idea, project or startup.

Initially, the first season of 'Geo tou Aisay' will feature 13 episodes with 24 speakers as guests.

The guests who will be appearing on the show to share their experiences are:

1. Dr Amjad Saqib (Founder, Akhuwat Foundation, philanthropist)

2. Dr Faisal Sultan (CEO, Shaukat Khanum Cancer hospital)

3. Dr Abdul Bari (CEO, Indus Hospital)

4. Rashid Rana (artist)

5. Advocate Rafay Alam (Environmental lawyer and activist)

6. Dr Taimur Rehman (Academic, Musician Laal band, activist)

7. Jibran Nasir (Lawyer, human rights activist, politician)

8. Dr Ijaz Shafi Gillani (Chairman Gallup Pakistan Survey)

9. Hamza Ali Abbasi (actor)

10. Kamil Chima (Producer, Oscar nominee for Lal Kabootar)