Ali Mustafa Dar, adviser to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has drawn attention on social media after sharing a heartwarming video with his son Ibrahim at Lahore's Surtaal Music Academy. The video captures the father and son spending time with young musicians during a live musical gathering.
Ibrahim, who is autistic, can be seen sitting alongside children performing traditional music on harmoniums and singing together. Ali is also seen comforting his son with affectionate hugs and kisses.
Sharing the experience, Ali described the academy as a small studio with an enormous heart, adding that Pakistan still has considerable musical talent waiting to be discovered.
The video received an affectionate response from several Pakistani celebrities, who appreciated the warmth of the father-son interaction. Actor Mikaal Zulfiqar described the moment as cute, while television host Juggan Kazim called it amazing and praised Ali as a true man of the people.
Television presenter Madeha Naqvi also reacted to the footage, describing it as wholesome. Actor Momin Saqib responded with heart emojis, while Zara Noor Abbas also showed appreciation for the video.
Beyond the celebrity reactions, the moment has drawn attention to the importance of acceptance, affection and inclusion for children with different abilities.
Founded in 2019 by musicologist Zia Ul Haq, Surtaal Music Academy works to make structured music education accessible to children from underprivileged backgrounds. Its programmes include classical music, ghazals, traditional singing and contemporary genres, alongside training in different musical instruments.
The academy has also developed a reputation for nurturing young performers, with its students earning more than 20 national awards and making over 100 television appearances. Its partnership with the Playing For Change Foundation has further supported its efforts to expand music education and mentorship opportunities.
Ali Mustafa Dar, adviser to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has drawn attention on social media after sharing a heartwarming video with his son Ibrahim at Lahore’s Surtaal Music Academy.
Ali Mustafa Dar, adviser to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has drawn attention on social media after sharing a heartwarming video with his son Ibrahim at Lahore's Surtaal Music Academy. The video captures the father and son spending time with young musicians during a live musical gathering.
Ibrahim, who is autistic, can be seen sitting alongside children performing traditional music on harmoniums and singing together. Ali is also seen comforting his son with affectionate hugs and kisses.
Sharing the experience, Ali described the academy as a small studio with an enormous heart, adding that Pakistan still has considerable musical talent waiting to be discovered.
The video received an affectionate response from several Pakistani celebrities, who appreciated the warmth of the father-son interaction. Actor Mikaal Zulfiqar described the moment as cute, while television host Juggan Kazim called it amazing and praised Ali as a true man of the people.
Television presenter Madeha Naqvi also reacted to the footage, describing it as wholesome. Actor Momin Saqib responded with heart emojis, while Zara Noor Abbas also showed appreciation for the video.
Beyond the celebrity reactions, the moment has drawn attention to the importance of acceptance, affection and inclusion for children with different abilities.
Founded in 2019 by musicologist Zia Ul Haq, Surtaal Music Academy works to make structured music education accessible to children from underprivileged backgrounds. Its programmes include classical music, ghazals, traditional singing and contemporary genres, alongside training in different musical instruments.
The academy has also developed a reputation for nurturing young performers, with its students earning more than 20 national awards and making over 100 television appearances. Its partnership with the Playing For Change Foundation has further supported its efforts to expand music education and mentorship opportunities.
