Mirana has a unique story to share-- unlike many from her generation who rebelled against family, society and in-laws. Her story is about a loving husband and encouraging in-laws who wanted her to be a part of the entertainment world, as they recognised her talent. "My husband loved songs and right after our marriage he bought me a tabla and harmonium and appointed a teacher. Can you imagine back in those times a husband keeping a teacher for his young bride so that she could learn to sing?" questions Mirana.

In Mirana's own words "I was obviously embarrassed to sing in front of my in-laws but they were so encouraging and supportive I relented ultimately." Her husband's job required them to travel quite often and in each of the places he would keep a teacher for her. "I was hell bent on not learning, especially by wasting my husband's hard earned money and he was determined on making an artiste out of me."

Ultimately it was Mirana's sister-in- law Dr Nurunnahar Fyzennessa who managed to cajole her into joining free music classes on Radio Pakistan. "She assured me they were free of cost, so I could learn without feeling guilty. That's the only reason I joined," reminisces Mirana.

Soon her voice captivated her teachers and she began to get offers to do shows on the radio. And not long after, she got offers from some of the biggest names in the film industry to join movies. As she says,"I absolutely freaked out since I had preconceived notions of filmdom. I told my husband about it and while I was crying, my husband just laughed and told me to sign without hesitation.

"While on the one hand I sulked and accused my husband of being persistent, on the other hand I signed on two Urdu movies- Jaha baje shehnai and Kangan. Since then Mirana has worked in over 100 movies and has been a regular staff artiste on Bangladesh Betar.

"Even though it has been over 40 years, I still go to Bangladesh Betar where they air the programme Amar desh. It is designed to appeal to the villagers, to spread awareness about various issues. It was a unique theme back in my times," asserts Mirana. She continues, "People respect me and that's actually where I belong. Radio gave me a new lease of life and I am grateful for that."

Mirana likes seeing young energetic people join the industry. Her viewpoints have drastically changed from the time she joined the media; she is proud that girls from good families are flocking to be a part of the industry. "There is no reason why young talents from good families shouldn't join films. While there is an indecent trend in filmdom, there seems to be a gradual revival of a congenial atmosphere. Earning respect in the media world depends largely on one's personality," says Mirana.