Pakistan, Oct. 7 -- Pakistani actor, writer and director Shaan Shahid has questioned the growing presence of social media personalities in the country's mainstream entertainment industry, saying instant popularity does not necessarily translate into a lasting career.

Speaking in a recent podcast on The Anchorman, hosted by Ali Sohail, the veteran actor discussed the changing dynamics of Pakistan's entertainment landscape, where TikTokers, YouTubers, influencers and other digital creators are increasingly moving from social media platforms into television and cinema.

Shaan said he did not believe he could control who was being cast in films or television projects, stressing that individuals were free to make their own professional choice...