Yumna Zaidi
Yumna Zaidi
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Yumna Zaidi, born on July 30, 1989, is a prominent Pakistani actress acclaimed for her roles in Urdu television dramas. Her outstanding performances have earned her multiple Lux Style Awards and a Hum Award out of eight nominations.
Beginning with a supporting role in ARY Digital's "Thakan" (2012), Zaidi swiftly moved on to lead roles in various series, including "Khushi Ek Roag" and "Teri Raah Main Rul Gai" (both 2012). Notably, her role in "Ullu Baraye Farokht Nahi" (2013) garnered praise and a Hum Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.
Zaidi's career soared with emotionally intense characters in dramas like "Rishtay Kuch Adhooray Se" (2013), earning her the Hum Award for Best Actress. She continued to impress with diverse roles in series like "Mausam" (2014) and "Jugnoo" (2015). Her lead role in "Zara Yaad Kar" (2016) and "Yeh Raha Dil" (2017) further solidified her status as a leading actress.
Critical successes followed in dramas such as "Dar Si Jaati Hai Sila" (2017), "Inkaar" (2019), "Pyar Ke Sadqay" (2020), and "Bakhtawar" (2022), with the latter two earning her the Lux Style Award for Best Television Actress.
Outside acting, Zaidi spoke out in support of socially relevant dramas, notably during a notice served to "Udaari" by the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority. She also showcased her versatility by walking the ramp for designer Aisha Farid and making appearances in comedy talk shows like "Mazaaq Raat" in 2017.
Set to make her cinematic debut in Umair Nasir Ali's "Nayab," releasing on January 26, 2024, Yumna Zaidi continues to captivate audiences with her talent and commitment to meaningful storytelling.