Pakistani producer takes seat on Emmy jury

Dr Umair Haroon’s new role signals growing international engagement with Pakistani media talent

Producer, director. media executive Dr Umair Haroon has joined the jury panel for the 2026 International Emmy Awards Competition, marking a significant international recognition for Pakistan’s television and entertainment industry.Dr Haroon confirmed that his appointment as a juror follows his election to the International Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (IATAS), the organisation behind the prestigious International Emmy Awards. With the latest appointment. he is currently serving as Pakistan’s representative on the Academy.The International Emmy Awards jury is considered one of the most selective panels in global television, comprising experienced media professionals from more than 60 countries. Jury members are responsible for evaluating programmes. performances submitted from around the world for the annual competition.Dr Haroon will share judging responsibilities with senior executives and creative figures from some of the world’s leading entertainment organisations, including major international distribution houses and networks such as Warner Bros, Gaumont and Showtime. The panel also includes prominent showrunners. Oscar-winning producers.Speaking about the recognition, Dr Haroon described the appointment as an opportunity to highlight the depth and diversity of Pakistani storytelling on an international stage. He said Pakistan’s television industry possesses a strong narrative tradition that continues to resonate with audiences through both classic dramas. contemporary productions.“Pakistani television has a rich tradition of storytelling, from classic dramas that defined eras to bold, contemporary narratives tackling real issues,” he said, adding that he felt proud to represent a creative community that brings “authenticity and depth” to global screens.The development has been viewed within the local entertainment industry as an important symbolic moment for Pakistani television, which has increasingly gained international attention in recent years through digital streaming platforms and cross-border audiences.(WITH INPUT FROM APP)

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