Ahsan Khan, one of Pakistan’s top actors, is currently writing a book that deals with the topic of sexual abuse, stated a Press Release.
“I was deeply distressed to learn about the pervasiveness of the menace in our country and made a promise to myself to fight to help reduce and, hopefully, eliminate child sexual abuse from not only Pakistan but the entire globe. The book is a first step towards making good on the promise,” he added.
Titled Coming of Age – My Education in Child Sexual Abuse, the book is said to consist of three sections and is expected to be published sometime in the beginning of 2018.
“Writing is tough,” confessed Khan. “Up until last year, the idea of writing a book wouldn’t even have crossed my mind. Udaari and my study of the crime changed all that. I felt that I had the moral responsibility, not to mention a burning desire, to write about a problem that affected me in the deepest possible manner. All of us need to work towards protecting our children from abuse. They deserve that. The book is a step that I am taking as a citizen to help eliminate child sexual abuse.”
“I have been collecting art for a few years,” said Khan. “Nisar’s work has always appealed to me. I like his use of colour, technique and composition. He has a unique way of employing cubism in his work; it makes his paintings very interesting.” A book tour is planned for the summer of the year 2018.
“It will not be your regular book tour,” says Khan proudly.
“I envision it as a series of glitzy show business events where a serious message is discussed. I want people to attend the book readings and shows. There will be song and dance. That is sure to attract and entertain people, who will leave the shows, hopefully, with a greater understanding and awareness of child sexual abuse and, most importantly, with greater empathy towards victims of sexual abuse.”