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Quick facts for kids Maya Ali
Ali in 2016
Born	Maryam Tanveer Ali (1989-07-27) 27 July 1989 (age 35) Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Education	Queen Mary College (MSc)
Occupation	Actress
Years active	2012–present

Maryam Tanveer Ali (born on July 27, 1989), known as Maya Ali, is a famous Pakistani actress. She acts in Urdu films and TV shows. Maya has won many awards, including a Lux Style Award and three Hum Awards.

Maya Ali started her TV career with a small role in Durr-e-Shehwar. She then played the main character in the comedy Aun Zara (2013). She also starred as a religious woman in Shanakhat (2014). Her big break came with the romantic show Mann Mayal (2016). This role won her the Lux Style Award for Best Television Actress.

She was also praised for her roles in Mera Naam Yousuf Hai and Diyar-e-Dil (both 2015). Diyar-e-Dil earned her another nomination for Best Television Actress. Maya then moved into films with comedies like Teefa in Trouble (2018) and Parey Hut Love (2019). Both of these movies are among the highest-earning Pakistani films ever. After a five-year break from TV, she returned in 2021 with the romantic show Pehli Si Muhabbat.

Early Life and First Steps

Maya Ali was born Maryam Tanveer Ali on July 27, 1989. Her birthplace was Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. Her father, Tanveer Ali, was a businessman, and her mother, Shagufta Nazar, was a homemaker. Maya has one younger brother named Afnan.

At first, Maya's father did not want her to join the acting world. However, they made up before he passed away in 2016. Maya began her career early as a video jockey (VJ). She worked for channels like Samaa TV, Waqt News, and Dunya News. She earned her master's degree in mass communication from Queen Mary College.

Becoming a Star

First Big Roles (2012-2014)

In 2012, Maya Ali started her acting journey on TV. Her first role was in the drama Durr-e-Shehwar on Hum TV. She played the younger sister of the main character. After this, she got her first lead role in Aik Nayee Cinderella. This show was based on the famous Cinderella story.

She then starred in the comedy drama Aunn Zara. In this show, she played Zara, the wife of the character played by Osman Khalid Butt. Critics praised her acting, calling her a "complete natural." In 2013, Maya also appeared in Khoya Khoya Chand. She then played a protective sister in Ranjish Hi Sahi. Her acting improved a lot as the show went on. Her last project of 2013 was Meri Zindagi Hai Tu.

In 2014, Maya Ali played a role in the family drama Ladoon Mein Pali. However, her next show, Shanakht, was very important for her career. She played a religious Muslim woman who faced challenges from her family. This drama was a big hit, and Maya gained more recognition. She then starred in Zid as a strong-willed daughter.

Major Successes (2015-2019)

In 2015, Maya Ali starred in the romantic drama Mera Naam Yousuf Hai. This show was inspired by an old story called "Yusof-o Zulaikhā." She played the role of Zulaikha. Later that year, she played a granddaughter in the family drama Diyar-e-Dil. This show was based on a popular novel. Maya won the Hum Award for Best Actress Popular for her role. She also got her first Lux Style Award for Best Actress nomination. Diyar-e-Dil became the highest-rated show of 2015.

In 2016, Maya Ali had a huge success with her role in Mann Mayal. She played a strong young woman who faced many life challenges. This role made her very famous across the country. Even though some parts of the show got mixed reviews, it became one of the most-watched shows ever. Maya won the Lux Style Award for Best Television Actress for her performance. She then appeared in the romantic show Sanam.

Breaking into Films

In 2018, Maya Ali made her big screen debut in the romantic action comedy Teefa in Trouble. She starred alongside Ali Zafar. Her role was a rebellious daughter born in Poland. Critics praised her performance, saying she looked "naturally beautiful." The film was very successful and was the most expensive Pakistani film made at that time.

In 2019, Maya Ali starred in her second film, the romantic comedy Parey Hut Love. She played a character named Saniya Faisal. The movie tells the story of an actor who falls in love with a woman who is already engaged. Maya said this was her "most powerful" role yet. The film earned a lot of money, becoming one of the highest-grossing Pakistani films of all time. She received two Lux Style Best Actress nominations for this role.

Recent Work and Future Plans

After a five-year break from TV, Maya Ali returned in 2021 with the romantic drama Pehli Si Muhabbat. Later that year, she starred in the historical drama Jo Bichar Gaye. This show was set during the time of the Independence of Bangladesh in 1971. Maya played a patriotic art student. Critics highly praised her acting in this series. In 2023, she played the main character in Yunhi, an American returnee.

In 2024, Maya Ali worked with Wahaj Ali again in the romantic drama Sunn Mere Dil. She will also appear in the upcoming film Aasmaan Bolay Ga. This movie is directed by Shoaib Mansoor. Maya will also be in the Netflix Original Series Jo Bachay Hain Sang Samait Lo. This show is based on a popular novel.

Films Maya Ali Starred In

Year	Title	Role	Notes
2018	Teefa in Trouble	Anya Bonzo
2019	Parey Hut Love	Saniya Faisal
2025	Aasmaan Bolay Ga	Pari	Filming

TV Shows Maya Ali Starred In

Music Videos

Awards and Recognitions