Updated 16 Aug, 2024 05:49pm

Honouring Javed Jabbar

In Conversation with Javed Jabbar


The Limits of Advertising
Interview with Javed Jabbar, Pakistan’s most influential ad man.

The Censorship Dilemma
Advertising practitioners Javed Jabbar and Anwar Rammal reflect on the draconian impact of censorship on TV advertising under the Zia regime.

Reflections on Javed Jabbar


The irrepressible charm of a legendary Pied Piper
A review of Meet Our Friend JJ: An Anthology About Javed Jabbar.

The singularity of the written word
Rashna Abdi reflects on how iconic advertisements in Pakistan once thrived on powerful copywriting, and mentions several memorable ads helmed by Javed Jabbar.

Creative Essence and Brass Tacks
Mamun M. Adil highlights the influential role of MNJ Communications in shaping Pakistan’s advertising industry.

Articles by Javed Jabbar


Losing Shine
Despite significant strides made over seven decades, compelling factors are combining to tarnish advertising’s shine.

Much Done, More Still to Do
Despite significant strides made over seven decades, compelling factors are combining to tarnish advertising’s shine.

State and Media
Existing at several levels, the relationship between the State and the Media is of fundamental importance to both.


Header Illustration by Marium Ali

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