Zhalay Sarhadi
Zhalay Sarhadi, also spelled Zille Sarhadi (born 11 June 1981),[1] is a Pakistani actress, model, and former VJ.[2] Her notable performance include the series Uraan (2010), Aks (2012), Madiha Maliha (2012), Digest Writer (2014), Rang Laaga (2015), Nazo (2015), and Yaar Na Bichray (2021).[3][4][5][6] In 2018, she received a Lux Style Award nomination for her performance in the film Chalay Thay Sath.[7]
Zhalay Sarhadi ژالے سرحدی | |
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Born | Karachi, Pakistan | 11 June 1981
Occupations |
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Years active | 2008–present |
Spouse | Amir Anees (m. 2012) |
Relatives | Zia Sarhadi (grandfather) Khayyam Sarhadi (uncle) |
Career
Sarhadi began her career as an actress and later became a model, appearing in magazines such as Libaas as well as in runway shows.[8] In 2015, she appeared in the film Jalaibee and in 2022, she had a part in Kashan Admani's directorial debut, Carma – The Movie.[9][10]
Personal life
Sarhadi is the niece of actor Khayyam Sarhadi and granddaughter of Zia Sarhadi.[1] She is married to Amir Anees. They have one daughter.
Selected filmography
Film
Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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2008 | Ramchand Pakistani | Lakshmi | [2] |
2015 | Jalaibee | Bunno | [11] |
2017 | Chalay Thay Sath | Aleena | [12] |
2022 | Carma – The Movie | Sasha | [13] |
Television
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2008 | Mutthi Bhar Mitti | Durrain | TV movie |
2010 | Uraan | Ayesha | [2] |
2011 | Sabz Pari Laal Kabootar | Fouzia | [2] |
2012 | Aks | Zohra | |
Barzakh | Sabahat | ||
Daray Daray Naina | Rinek | ||
Kitni Girhain Baaki Hain | Aima | Episode: "Dekh Kabira Dekh" | |
Kahi Un Kahi | Maryam | [2] | |
Madiha Maliha | Madiha | [2] | |
Nadamat | Sanam | ||
Halka Na Lo | Zubia | ||
2014 | Digest Writer | Rida Anmol | [2] |
2015 | Sartaj Mera Tu Raaj Mera | Neelam | |
Rang Laaga | Laila | ||
Nazo | Samra | [14] | |
Deemak | Hafza | ||
2017 | Dil-e-Jaanam | Asma | |
2018 | Mere Bewafa | Mona | [4] |
2019 | Aik Aur Sitam Hai | Playback singer for title song "Aik Aur Sitam Hai"[15] | |
Qismat Ka Likha | Mehreen | [4] | |
2020 | Haqeeqat | Misaal | Episode: "Muqadma" |
2021 | Yaar Na Bichray | Fiza | |
2022 | Beqadar | Komal | |
Pinjra | Fareeda |
Music video
Year | Title | Artist | Notes |
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2020 | "Ye Watan Tumhara Hai" | Various | [16] |
Awards and nominations
- 2018 – Lux Style Awards – Best Supporting Actress for Chalay Thay Sath – Nominated[7]
References
- "Zhalay Sarhadi shares her latest adorable pictures". Bol News. 6 September 2021.
- Nida Raza (25 April 2017). "Zhalay Sarhadi". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 17 April 2022.
- Instep (8 September 2019). "Flash Your Style! Trending this week". TNS – The News on Sunday. Retrieved 13 September 2019.
- NewsBytes. "Zhalay Sarhadi all set to star in upcoming play, Qismat". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 13 September 2019.
- NewsBytes. "Zhalay Sarhadi to make her singing debut with an OST". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 13 September 2019.
- "WATCH: Zhalay Sarhadi is making some hilarious TikTok videos". ARYNEWS. 27 April 2019. Retrieved 13 September 2019.
- "Here Are the Winners from the Lux Style Awards 2018". luxstyle.pk. 2 March 2018. Retrieved 26 November 2022.
- "The glamour girl of the ramp in Pakistan". The Express Tribune. 22 November 2010. Retrieved 25 January 2013.
- "Teaser for 'Carma' promises hefty dose of violence and vengeance". The Express Tribune. 3 August 2021. Retrieved 9 August 2021.
- Haq, Irfan Ul (2 August 2021). "Crime film Carma promises gritty revenge and thrilling car chases in its newly released teaser". Images. Retrieved 9 August 2021.
- "My item song flopped due to full dress: Zhalay Sarhadi". Dunya News. 29 October 2019.
- Rahul Aijaz (14 March 2017). "Every industry needs fresh new faces at one point: Zhalay Sarhadi". Express Tribune.
- Irfan ul Haq (2 August 2021). "Crime film Carma promises gritty revenge and thrilling car chases in its newly released teaser".
- Sadaf Siddique (19 November 2015). "Full marks: TV drama Nazo portrays mental illness with sensitivity and grace". Dawn Images.
- "Zhalay to croon soundtrack of drama serial 'Ek Aur Sitam Hai'". Daily Times. 16 February 2019. Retrieved 18 December 2019.
- Tribune.com.pk (21 May 2020). "Actors unite for 'Ye Watan Tumhara Hai' rendition, paying tribute to unsung heroes". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 5 June 2020.