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Zoe Viccaji
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Born (1983-10-25) October 25, 1983 (age 41)
Kharian, Punjab, Pakistan
Education Hamilton College
Occupation
  • Singer-songwriter
  • Actress
Years active 2009–present
Spouse(s)
Kamal Khan
(m. 2018)
Relatives Rachel Viccaji (sister)
Musical career
Genres
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • Guitar
Years active 2009–present
Labels
  • Universal Music Group
  • Coke Studio
Associated acts
  • Sanam Saeed
  • Rachel Viccaji
  • Amir Zaki
  • Jal
  • Strings
  • Bilal Khan
  • Shehzad Roy

Zoe Viccaji (Urdu: زوئی وکاجی) is a talented singer-songwriter and actress from Karachi, Pakistan. Born in 1983, she started her music journey as a backing vocalist for the famous show Coke Studio. Later, she became one of the main artists featured on the show. Zoe has released a successful studio album that has won several awards.

Zoe Viccaji's Early Life

Zoe Viccaji was born in Kharian, Punjab, Pakistan. She grew up in Karachi, Pakistan. From a young age, Zoe loved music. She started playing the guitar and writing her own songs when she was just fifteen years old. Zoe also has a younger sister, Rachel Viccaji, who is also a singer.

Zoe's Personal Life

On December 23, 2018, Zoe Viccaji married Kamal Khan in Karachi, Pakistan. Kamal Khan is a producer and director. Her sister, Rachel Viccaji, and friend Sanam Saeed were part of the wedding celebration.

Zoe Viccaji's Music Career

Zoe's music career began when she was seventeen. She joined a local band called Ganda Bandas. After some time, she moved to the United States to study at Hamilton College in New York. While there, she also performed in stage musicals like Mamma Mia! and Chicago.

Starting Her Solo Journey

When Zoe returned to Pakistan, she released her first song, "Thinking About You," in 2009. In 2010, she joined Coke Studio. She worked with popular bands like Strings and singer Bilal Khan. They released songs such as "Mera Bichra Yaar" and "Anjane." "Mera Bichra Yaar" was even nominated for Song of the Year at the 11th Lux Style Awards.

Her Debut Album: Dareeche

In September 2014, Zoe released her first album, Dareeche, with Universal Music India. This album was a big success! In 2015, it won the Best Mixed Album award in India and the Lux Style Award for Best Album in Pakistan. One of the songs from the album, “Phir Mili Tanhai,” was one of the first songs Zoe ever wrote. She shared that the song was inspired by a real relationship she had.

Zoe Viccaji in Films

Besides singing, Zoe has also appeared in a few films. In 2013, she had a small role in the movie Good Morning Karachi.

Awards and Nominations

Zoe Viccaji has been recognized for her amazing talent with several awards and nominations.

Year Nominee / work Award Result
2012 "Mera Bichra Yaar" 11th Lux Style Award of Song of the Year Nominated
2013 "Hain Yeh Silsilay" 12th Lux Style Award for Best Original Soundtrack Nominated
2014 "Jab Koi" ARY Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer Nominated
2014 Zoe Viccaji 4th Pakistan Media Award for Best Singer (Female) Won
2015 Dareeche Best Mixed Album Award at IRA Won
2015 Dareeche 14th Lux Style Award for Best Album Won

Zoe Viccaji's Filmography

Here are the films Zoe Viccaji has appeared in:

Year Film Notes
2013 Good Morning Karachi Salon Bride
2014 The Journey Within Cameo Appearance
2018 Cake Cameo Appearance

Zoe Viccaji's Discography

Zoe has released one studio album and many singles.

Albums

Sr.No. Album Title Producer Year Released
1. Dareeche Zoe Viccaji 2014
Dareeche Track List
No. Title Length
1. "Jis Nay Bhi Aana Hai"   3:48
2. "Phir Mili Tanhai"   4:56
3. "Sau Dafa"   3:26
4. "Kaisay Yeh Hua"   3:46
5. "Raat Gaye"   4:26
6. "Keep me in Your Memories"   3:50
7. "Mera Bichra Yaar"   2:56
8. "Ab Aao Na"   4:40
9. "Neend Ati Nahin"   4:23
Total length:
00:35:21

Singles

Zoe has released many individual songs, also known as singles. Some of them include:

  • "Tanhaiyan"
  • "Jhoom"
  • "Ho Jao Aazad"
  • "Ruk Tau Zara"
  • "Hum Har Qadam Aagay Hon" (All Stars Grand Finale Song)
  • "The Time Has Come"
  • "Josh"
  • "Yeh Dil Kiyun Mera"
  • "Jis Nay Bhi Aana Hai, Aik Din Jaana Hai"
  • "Thinking About You"
  • "Alvida (Feat. Zohaib)"
  • "Bichra Yaar (Feat. Strings)"
  • "Bolo (Feat. Zohaib)"
  • "Breathe in Breathe Out"
  • "Jab Koi"
  • "Jo Chaho"
  • "Kaisay Yeh Hua"
  • "Street Signs (Feat. Aamir Zaki and Maaz)"
  • "Vamp (Feat. Omar Farooq)"
  • "Weave a Sweet Dream"
  • "Ishq Kinara (Feat. Sumru Agiryuruyen)"
  • "Baray Pyar Se Samjhaen"
  • "Ashiqi Angar (Irfan Ali Taj Feat. Zoe Viccaji)"

Coke Studio Songs

Zoe has also performed several songs on the popular show Coke Studio:

  • Senraan Ra Baairya - Asif Hussain Samraat Ft. Zoe Viccaji
  • Jaana
  • Raat Gaey
  • Ishq Kinara (Zoe Viccaji & Sumru Agiryuriyen)

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