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Mehwish Hayat
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| Born | 6 January 1988 Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
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| Alma mater | University of Karachi |
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| Years active | 2009–present |
| Honours | Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (2019) |
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| Genres | Pop music |
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Mehwish Hayat is a famous Pakistani actress and singer. She was born on January 6, 1988. She is well-known for her work in Urdu films and television shows. Mehwish has starred in many successful movies. These include Jawani Phir Nahi Ani (2015) and Actor in Law (2016). She also appeared in popular comedies like Punjab Nahi Jaungi (2017) and Load Wedding (2018). These films are some of the highest-earning Pakistani movies ever.
Mehwish Hayat also made a big impact on television. Her role in the romantic drama Meray Qatil Meray Dildar (2012) was highly praised. She also played a strong character in Kami Reh Gaee (2013). In 2022, she had a special role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe TV series Ms. Marvel. She played Aisha, a character who flees India to Pakistan in the 1940s. Mehwish has received several awards for her acting. The Government of Pakistan honored her with the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz in 2019. This is a special award for her contributions to the arts.
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About Mehwish Hayat
Mehwish Hayat was born in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan. Her family has a strong connection to the entertainment world. Her mother, Rukhsar Hayat, was a well-known television actress in the 1980s. Mehwish also has two older siblings who are singers. Her eldest brother, Zeeshan, is a singer and composer. Her older sister, Afsheen, is also a singer. Her other older brother, Danish Hayat, is an actor.
Mehwish Hayat's Acting Career
Mehwish Hayat has starred in many films and television shows. She often plays strong and memorable characters. Her work has made her one of Pakistan's most popular actresses.
Films by Mehwish Hayat
Mehwish Hayat has appeared in several successful films. She often acts in comedies and romantic movies.
| Year | Title | Role | Director |
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| 2014 | Na Maloom Afraad | Dancer | Nabeel Qureshi |
| 2015 | Jawani Phir Nahi Ani | Marina | Nadeem Baig |
| 2016 | Actor in Law | Meenu Screwala | Nabeel Qureshi |
| 2017 | Punjab Nahi Jaungi | Amal Dastoor | Nadeem Baig |
| 2018 | Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2 | Marina | Nadeem Baig |
| Load Wedding | Meerab | Nabeel Qureshi | |
| 3 Bahadur: Rise of the Warriors | Erma (voice) | Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy | |
| 2019 | Chhalawa | Zoya Rafaqat Chaudhary | Wajahat Rauf |
| Baaji | Gangster Guriya | Saqib Malik | |
| 2022 | London Nahi Jaunga | Sara Tiwana | Nadeem Baig |
| 2023 | Teri Meri Kahaniyaan | Sadaf | Nadeem Baig |
| 2024 | Daghabaaz Dil | Zoya | Wajahat Rauf |
Short Films by Mehwish Hayat
Mehwish has also acted in shorter movies.
| Year | Title | Role | Director |
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| 2009 | Insha'Allah | Sahar | Khurram Mahmood |
| 2015 | Dho Dala: The Sin Washer | Pari | Iram Parveen Bilal |
Television Shows by Mehwish Hayat
Mehwish has a long list of television roles. She has been in many popular dramas.
| Year | Title | Role | Director |
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| 2009 | Massi Aur Malika | Hina | Abid Ali |
| 2010 | Shehr-e-dil Ke Darwazay | Maria | Nadeem Siddiqui |
| Thori Si Wafa Chahiye | Mehreen “Mehru” | Yasir Nawaz | |
| 2011 | Meray Qatil Meray Dildar | Maham | Asim Ali |
| Phir Chand Pe Dastak | Mariam | Saife Hassan | |
| 2012 | Dil Tou Bhatkay Ga | Haseeb Hassan | |
| Man Jali | Tooba Wahab | Nadeem Baig | |
| Mirat-ul-Uroos | Aima | Anjum Shahzad | |
| Bin Tere | Saman | Angeline Malik | |
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| 2013 | Kabhi Kabhi | Ishaal | Anjum Shahzad |
| Ishq Mein Teray | Aiza | Faheem Burney | |
| Kami Reh Gaee | Laila | Kashif Nisar | |
| 2014 | Ru Baru | Seema (Sarmad's mother) | Saife Hassan |
| 2016 | Unsuni | Farah | Ehraz Ali Mirza |
| Dil Lagi | Anmol | Nadeem Beyg | |
| 2022 | Ms. Marvel | Aisha | Various |
Web Series by Mehwish Hayat
She has also acted in shows made for the internet.
| Year | Title | Role | Director |
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| 2019 | Enaaya | Enaaya | Wajahat Rauf |
Other Appearances by Mehwish Hayat
Mehwish has also been a part of other TV projects.
| Year | Title | Role | Director |
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| 2013 | Kitni Girhain Baaki Hain | Zareena | Angeline Malik |
| 2013 | Hum Sab Umeed Se Hain | Host | Anjum Shahzad |
Mehwish Hayat's Music
Mehwish Hayat is also a talented singer. She has sung songs for TV shows and released her own music.
- "Pani Barsa" from Man Jali (2010)
- "Tell Me Why" from Meri Behan Maya (2011)
- "Har Saans Gawahi Deta Hai" from Mirat-ul-Uroos (2012)
- "Mujhse Ab Meri Mohabbat Ke Fasanena Kaho" from Talkhiyaan (2013)
- "Tu Hi Tu" with Shiraz Uppal on Coke Studio 9 (2016)
- "Dil Saab Dil Babu" from Sitaron Bhari Raat (2019)
- "Chamkeeli" with Abrar-ul-Haq (2019)
Awards and Nominations
Mehwish Hayat has won and been nominated for many awards for her acting.
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result | Ref |
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| Lux Style Awards | ||||
| 2013 | Mere Qatil Mere Dildar | Best TV Actress – Satellite | Nominated | |
| Mein | Best TV Actress – Terrestrial | Nominated | ||
| 2014 | Kami Reh Gaee | Best Television Actress – Terrestrial | Won | |
| 2016 | Jawani Phir Nahi Ani | Best Actress (Film) | Nominated | |
| 2017 | Dil Lagi | Best TV Actress | Nominated | |
| Actor in Law | Best Actress (Film) | Nominated | ||
| 2018 | Punjab Nahi Jaungi | Nominated | ||
| 2019 | Load Wedding | Won | ||
| Hum Awards | ||||
| 2013 | Mere Qatil Mere Dildar | Best Actress (Drama) | Nominated | |
| Best Onscreen Couple (Drama) | Nominated | |||
| Hum Style Awards | ||||
| 2016 | Most Stylish Actress (Film) | Nominated | ||
| Nigar Awards | ||||
| 2017 | Actor in Law | Best Actress (Film) | Nominated | |
| International Pakistan Prestige Awards | ||||
| 2017 | Actor in Law | Best Actress (Film) | Won | |
| 2018 | Punjab Nahi Jaungi | Won | ||
See also
In Spanish: Mehwish Hayat para niños
- List of Pakistani models
- List of Pakistani actresses
