The people of Pakistan are its greatest strength. One Homes has always known that this country is full of potential, with uncountable proud moments and extraordinary personalities. From arts & culture to athletics to philanthropy, individuals from Pakistan have the talent and determination that makes the entire nation swell with pride.
No one shares a more profound commitment to Pakistan’s success than overseas Pakistanis. Hence, we are here to appreciate superstars who make us proud of our nation no matter where we are.
Arshad Nadeem – The Javelin Star
Standing on top is Arshad Nadeem with his record-breaking javelin throw at the Paris Olympics 2024. Born in a small town, this javelin star scored the gold medal in the men’s javelin final, with a monstrous 92.97m throw. His throw shattered all previous Olympic records, making it a proud moment for all Pakistanis.
Arfa Karim – Youngest IT Specialist
At the age of just 9, Arfa Karim Randhawa became a Microsoft Certified Professional. She was invited to meet Bill Gates at the Microsoft headquarters and even made ground-breaking contributions to the IT sector in Pakistan.
Jehangir Khan – World’s Best Squash Player
With the longest winning streak, Jehangir Khan was universally recognised as the greatest squash player ever. During his career, he won the World Open six times, the British Open ten times, and won 555 matches consecutively. That was the highest winning streak in top-level professional sports as recorded by the Guinness World Record.
Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy – Two Times Oscar Winner
Recipient of two Oscar awards, Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy produced some of the best documentary films seen across the world. Her movies “Saving Face” and “A Girl in the River: The Price of Forgiveness” highlighted various social issues and won her this prestigious award.
Mir Zafar Ali – Visual Effects Artist
Zafar Ali is a renowned visual effects artist whose exceptional work has earned him three Academy Awards. With a portfolio spanning blockbusters like Frozen, X-Men, The Mummy, and Spider-Man 3, Ali’s talent has left an indelible mark on the industry.
As we draw closer to the 77th celebration of Independence, we wanted to highlight the remarkable contributions of these individuals along with many others who brought Pakistan into the global spotlight.
One Homes is dedicated to celebrating these personalities and helping overseas Pakistanis stay connected with their roots. With global standards, state-of-the-art amenities, and exemplary partners, we are bringing you the finest living experience so that you can invest back into your motherland. Give us a call to learn more!
