Fawad Khan, the acclaimed actor, revealed insights into his childhood, the hardships he encountered with diabetes, and his personal perspective on life in an open and sincere conversation with FreeStyle Middle East. The Pakistani hunk, known for his diverse on-screen performances, shared an insight inside his life away from the spotlight.
Regarding his childhood
Khan described his childhood as “pretty alright” and stressed its normalcy. “I had a pretty good childhood.” That was very routine, nothing out of the ordinary. Karachi is where I was born. My father’s business required us to move frequently when I was six months old, so I spent two years in Athens before relocating to Dubai and then Riyadh.
“I went to Lahore Grammar School (LGS) and after schooling, I got admitted into a computer college where we learned about Computer Sciences,” Khan continued. We had an underground band at the time, which is where it all began. Actually, I began my acting career in my first year of college, but it was not very common at the time. With a monthly income of Rs12000, it was more of a pastime. I thought I was the wealthiest student in the class… We had a gang, and we’d collect Rs10, 15 from everyone to go out for a burger or anything. “I remember my college and school fondly.”
Concerning diabetes
He described how his diagnosis was prompted by abrupt weight loss, intense thirst, and frequent urination. Khan has been using insulin to manage his diabetes for the past 24 years, and he recalls the early impact it had on his energy levels and interest in sports. Despite the inconvenience of constantly carrying insulin, Khan did not let diabetes limit his objectives or stop his desire. “My thirst grew significantly; it is a condition known as polyuria, which means you go to the toilet frequently and have a constant urge to urinate since you are drinking a lot of water…I’d be drinking six to seven litres of water and my mouth would still be dry from dehydration.”
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Because of the symptoms, the Kapoor & Sons star underwent blood sugar tests and was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. “I’ve been on insulin since I was 17 and I’m 41 now, so it’s been a 24 year career in diabetes,” Khan continued with a smile. When asked about the effects of diabetes on his life, he stated, “I was very active in school, played every sport, and after diabetes, it went to zero.” My interest in athletics had completely gone. For the first two to three months, I had little interest and was constantly fatigued.” Khan acknowledged to using insulin at an early age.
When asked about the emotional impact of his diagnosis, Khan stated that it had a greater impact on his father than on himself. “To be honest, it didn’t hit me as hard as it hit my father when I was in the hospital,” he admitted. “My father is an emotionally stable individual. My mother believes it’s only the second time, after his sibling died and now this. He stated, “If he doesn’t want to do anything in life, that’s fine, no problems.”
On depression and personal philosophy
Khan illuminated the power of belief. “I firmly believe in this saying; I might not be an ideal Muslim, but I believe that when God closes one door, He will surely open a hundred others,” he said. I consider myself to be really fortunate. I don’t believe I did too badly considering where I am now. “I think I did well for myself.”
