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Fahad Mustafa
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Born |
Fahad Salahuddin
26 June 1983 |
Nationality | Pakistani |
Alma mater | Baqai Medical University, Lahore (dropout) |
Occupation |
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Years active | 2002–present |
Height | 182 cm (6 ft 0 in) |
Spouse(s) |
Sana Fahad
(m. 2006) |
Children | 2 |
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Fahad Salahuddin (known as Fahad Mustafa) is a famous Pakistani actor, producer, and TV host. He was born on June 26, 1983. Fahad works in Urdu films and television shows. Many people consider him one of the top actors in Pakistan.
As a producer, he has created many popular TV series. He is also the host of Jeeto Pakistan. This show has been on ARY Digital since 2014. It is known as the biggest game show in Pakistan.
Fahad Mustafa was born in Karachi, Pakistan. His father, Salahuddin Tunio, is also a well-known actor. Fahad started his acting career in the early 2000s. His first TV show was Umrao Jaan Ada in 2003. He became very popular with shows like Main Abdul Qadir Hoon (2010) and Kankar (2013). After a break, he returned to TV in 2024 with Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, which was a big hit.
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About Fahad Mustafa
Fahad Mustafa comes from a Sindhi family in Karachi, Pakistan. His father, Salahuddin Tunio, is a famous Sindhi actor. Fahad has two brothers and one sister.
He started studying pharmacy at Baqai Medical University. However, he decided to leave before finishing his degree.
Fahad's Acting Journey
On Television
Fahad Mustafa first became known for his role in Sheeshay Ka Mahal in 2002. He was nominated for Best TV Actor for his work in the drama Veena (2009). Other important TV shows he starred in include Main Abdul Qadir Hoon (2010) and Ek Tamanna Lahasil Si (2012). He also appeared in Daagh (2012) and Dusri Biwi (2014).
In 2024, Fahad returned to TV acting after nine years. He starred in Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum alongside Hania Amir.
In Movies
Fahad Mustafa made his movie debut in 2014. He starred in director Nabeel Qureshi's film Na Maloom Afraad. This movie was a big success at the box office. In 2016, he appeared in Mah e Mir and Actor in Law. Actor in Law was very popular and won the Film of the Year Award. Fahad also won the Best Actor Award for his role in that film.
He also did a voice role in the animated movie 3 Bahadur: The Revenge of Baba Balaam. In 2018, he starred in two movies released on the same day: Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2 and Load Wedding. Both movies did well.
Other Work
Producing Shows
In 2008, Fahad Mustafa started producing TV shows. He co-founded a company called Big Bang Entertainment. Through this company, he has produced many dramas that have won awards and been praised. His company produces shows mainly for ARY Digital.
Hosting Events
Fahad Mustafa has been the host of the very popular game show Jeeto Pakistan since 2014.
He also hosted the 1st Hum Awards in Karachi in 2013. In 2016, he hosted the 2nd ARY Film Awards in Dubai. He has also hosted events for the Karachi Kings, a Pakistan Super League cricket team. He hosted the opening ceremony of the 2017 Pakistan Super League in Dubai as well.
Personal Life
Fahad Mustafa married Pakistani writer Sana Fahad in 2006. They have two children. Their daughter was born in April 2011, and their son was born in January 2016.
Filmography
Films
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Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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2014 | Na Maloom Afraad | Farhan Ahmed | Debut Film |
2015 | Jawani Phir Nahi Ani | Himself | Special Appearance |
2016 | Mah e Mir | Ahmad Jamal / Mir Taqi Mir | |
Actor in Law | Shan Mirza | ||
3 Bahadur: The Revenge of Baba Balaam | Imran | voice only | |
2017 | Na Maloom Afraad 2 | Farhan Ahmed | |
2018 | Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2 | Rahat | |
Load Wedding | Raja | ||
3 Bahadur: Rise of the Warriors | Imran | voice only | |
2022 | Quaid-e-Azam Zindabad | Inspector Gulab Mughal | |
2024 | Na Baligh Afraad | Guest Appearance |
Television Shows
Year | Drama | Role |
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2003 | Umrao Jaan Ada | |
2004 | Wujood-e-Laraib | |
2005 | Shiddat | |
Lahasil | Zain Adaab | |
2006 | Makan | Gulfam |
2008 | Yeh Zindagi Hai | Bhola |
Chutkiyan | ||
2009 | Tum Jo Miley | Hadi |
Veena | Veena / Murad | |
Aashti | ||
Woh ishq | ||
Tair-e-Lahooti | Pasha | |
2010 | Sandal | |
Main Abdul Qadir Hoon | Abdul Qadir | |
2011 | Zindagi Dhoop Tum Ghana Saya | Mazhar |
Main Chand Si | Farhan | |
Mastana Mahi | Adal Soomro | |
Ek Hatheli Pe Hina Ek Hatheli Pe Lahoo | ||
2012 | Mera Saaein 2 | Malik Wajahat Hayat |
Ek Tamanna Lahasil Si | Mohsin | |
2013 | Daagh | Murad |
Kankar | Sikandar | |
Mere Hamrahi | Ahmed | |
2014 | Koi Nahi Apna | Hamza |
Maaye Ni | ||
Pul Sirat | ||
2015 | Dusri Bivi | Hassan |
2024 | Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum | Mustafa Ahmed |
As a Host
Year | Show |
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2009–14 | Jago Pakistan Jago |
2014–present | Jeeto Pakistan |
As a Producer
(Under the company Big Bang Entertainment)
Year | Title | Network |
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2013 | Meri Beti | ARY Digital |
2014 | Koi Nahi Apna | ARY Digital |
2014 | Dusri Biwi | ARY Digital |
2014 | Bahu Begum | |
Soutan | ||
2015 | Rang Laaga | ARY Digital |
2015 | Mere Jeevan Saathi | ARY Digital |
2015 | Begunaah | ARY Digital |
2015 | Zinda Dargor | ARY Digital |
2016 | Bay Aib | Urdu 1 |
2016 | Yeh Ishq | ARY Digital |
2016 | Waada | ARY Digital |
2016 | Muqabil | ARY Digital |
2016 | Beqasoor | ARY Digital |
2016 | Andaaz-e-Sitam | Urdu 1 |
2016 | Haya Kay Rang | ARY Zindagi |
2016 | Naimat | ARY Digital |
2016 | Tum Yaad Aaye | ARY Digital |
2016 | Aap Ke Liye | ARY Digital |
2016 | Saheliyaan | ARY Digital |
2016 | Mere Baba ki Ounchi Haveli | ARY Zindagi |
2016 | Teri Chah Mein | ARY Digital |
2016 | Mera Yaar Miladay | ARY Digital |
2016 | Socha Na Tha | ARY Zindagi |
2016 | Dil Haari | ARY Zindagi |
2016 | Shehzada Saleem | ARY Digital |
2017 | Bubbly Kya Chahti Hai | ARY Digital |
2017 | Mubarak Ho Beti Hui Hai | ARY Digital |
2017 | Zaakham | ARY Digital |
2017 | Bilqees Urf Bitto | Urdu 1 |
2017 | Bachay Baraye Farokht | Urdu 1 |
2017 | Teri Raza | ARY Digital |
2017 | ARY Digital | |
2017 | Aisi Hai Tanhai | ARY Digital |
2018 | Meri Guriya | ARY Digital |
2018 | Nibah | ARY Digital |
2018 | Babban Khala Ki Betiyann | ARY Digital |
2018 | Badbakht | ARY Zindagi |
2018 | Balaa | ARY Digital |
2018 | Khudparast | ARY Digital |
2018 | Visaal | ARY Digital |
2019 | Cheekh | ARY Digital |
2019 | Bandish | ARY Digital |
2019 | Hasad | ARY Digital |
2019 | Bewafa | ARY Digital |
2020 | Ishqiya | ARY Digital |
2020 | Jalan | ARY Digital |
2020–2021 | Nand | ARY Digital |
2020 | Aulaad | ARY Digital |
2020 | Dunk | ARY Digital |
2021 | Ishq Hai | ARY Digital |
2021 | Lockdown | Express Entertainment |
2021 | Hum Tum | Express Entertainment |
2022 | Dil-e-Veeran | ARY Digital |
2022 | Taqdeer | ARY Digital |
2022 | Mujhe Pyaar Hua Tha | ARY Digital |
2022 | Pyar Deewangi Hai (TV series) | ARY Digital |
2023 | Maray Hi Rahna | ARY Digital |
2023 | Mayi Ri | ARY Digital |
2023 | Mein | ARY Digital |
2023 | Bandish 2 | ARY Digital |
2024 | Hasarat | ARY Digital |
2024 | Tera Waada | ARY Digital |
2024 | Burns Road Kay Romeo Juliet | ARY Digital |
2024 | Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum | ARY Digital |
2025 | Parwarish | ARY Digital |
Awards and Nominations
Fahad Mustafa has won several awards for his acting and hosting.
Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref |
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Lux Style Awards | ||||
2009 | Kaisey Aye Karar | Best TV Actor (Terrestrial) | Nominated | |
2010 | Veena | Best TV Actor (Satellite) | Nominated | |
2011 | Haal-e-Dil | Nominated | ||
2012 | Abdul Qadir – Main Abdul Qadir Hoon | Nominated | ||
Adal Soomro – Mastana Mahi | Nominated | |||
2014 | Murad – Daagh | Nominated | ||
Sikandar – Kankar | Nominated | |||
2015 | Farhan – Na Maloom Afraad | Best Film Actor | Nominated | |
2017 | Jamal/Mir – Mah e Mir | Best Lead Actor in a Film | Nominated | |
Shan Mirza – Actor in Law | Won | |||
2018 | Farhan – Na Maloom Afraad 2 | Best Lead Actor in a Film | Nominated | |
2019 | Raja – Load Wedding | Best Film Actor (Critics' choice) | Won | |
Hum Awards | ||||
2013 | Jago Pakistan Jago | Hum Award for Best Host | Won | |
2014 | Sikandar – Kankar | Hum Award for Best Actor | Nominated | |
Hum Award for Best Actor Popular | Nominated | |||
Kankar (shared with Sanam Baloch) | Hum Award for Best Onscreen Couple | Nominated | ||
Hum Award for Best Onscreen Couple Popular | Nominated | |||
Hum Style Awards | ||||
2016 | Jeeto Pakistan | Most Stylish TV Host | Nominated | |
International Pakistan Prestige Awards | ||||
2017 | Shan Mirza – Actor in Law | Best Film Actor | Won | |
Pakistan International Film Festival | ||||
2018 | Shan Mirza – Actor in Law | Best Actor (Male) | Won |
Production Awards
Ceremony | Category | Project | Result |
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15th Lux Style Awards | Best TV Play | Rang Laaga | Nominated |
17th Lux Style Awards | Muqabil | ||
18th Lux Style Awards | Aisi Hai Tanhai | ||
19th Lux Style Awards | Cheekh | ||
21st Lux Style Awards | Ishq Hai | ||
22nd Lux Style Awards | Best TV Long Play | Betiyaan | Won |
External links
- Fahad Mustafa at The Express Tribune
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