The intensity of the character left him sleepless for several nights and deeply affected him personally.

Khan explained that researching and understanding the experiences of survivors made the Udaari villain role extremely heavy.

“I couldn’t sleep for several nights. I kept writing about what these children go through. Reading the cases was so heavy that I couldn’t shake it off,” he admitted, describing the psychological burden.

Interacting with real-life survivors also had a profound effect. He said, “Married women would come to me, sharing their stories.

I thought, ‘I’ve played a negative character, so why are they opening up to me?’ It was overwhelming,” showing how the Udaari villain role impacted him beyond the screen.

The experience led Khan to take a six-month break before accepting another project. He also became an ambassador for the Punjab Child Protection and Welfare Bureau, using the recognition from his Udaari drama performance to advocate for vulnerable children.

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His portrayal in the Udaari villain role earned critical acclaim and the Best TV Actor award at the Lux Style Awards.

Fans and industry peers praised him for the courage, nuance, and depth he brought to a challenging character, marking a new milestone in his career.