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Full Name: Mahira Hafeez Khan
Age: 40 Years
Height: 5’7 Feet
Weight: 55 kg
Siblings: Hassaan Khan
Marital Status: Married
Husband Name: Salim Karim
Mahira Khan
Mahira Khan is a prominent Pakistani actress known for her work in both television and film. She gained widespread recognition for her role in the drama serial “Humsafar” and made her Bollywood debut alongside Shah Rukh Khan in “Raees.”
Early Life
Mahira Khan was born on December 21, 1984, in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan, to an Urdu-speaking family of Pashtun ancestry. Her father, Hafeez Khan, migrated from Delhi, India, to Pakistan after the partition.
Mahira attended Foundation Public School in Karachi for her education and later moved to California, USA, for higher studies. She attended Santa Monica College and briefly enrolled at the University of Southern California but returned to Pakistan in 2008 without completing her degree. During her time in the US, Mahira worked as a cashier at a Rite Aid store in Los Angeles to support herself.
Family and Personal Life
Mahira Khan married Ali Askari in 2007, with whom she has a son named Azlan, born in 2009. They divorced in 2015. In 2023, she married businessman Salim Karim in a private ceremony.
Career
Mahira Khan’s career includes acting and modeling. She is recognized for her roles in many TV dramas and films. Further details about her career achievements are provided below:
Early Acting Career (2006–2011)
Mahira Khan began her career as a VJ in 2006, hosting shows like “Most Wanted” on MTV Pakistan and “Weekends with Mahira” on AAG TV. Her acting career started with the film “Bol” (2011) and the drama serial “Neeyat” (2011).
Breakthrough and Recognition (2012–2017)
Her breakthrough came with the drama “Humsafar” (2011), where she played the role of Khirad Hussain. The drama was a major success in Pakistan and India, earning her numerous awards. She continued her successful streak with dramas like “Shehr-e-Zaat” (2012) and “Sadqay Tumhare” (2014).
In 2017, Mahira made her Bollywood debut in “Raees” opposite Shah Rukh Khan, becoming the first Pakistani actress to join Bollywood’s 100 Crore Club.
Success and Recent Work (2018–Present)
Mahira Khan’s notable films include “Bin Roye” (2015), “Ho Mann Jahaan” (2016), “Verna” (2017), “Superstar” (2019), and “The Legend of Maula Jatt” (2022). She also ventured into production with the web series “Baarwan Khiladi” (2022).
Mahira Khan’s upcoming project on Netflix is the series titled “Jo Bachay Hain Sang Samait Lo.” This series is highly anticipated and marks her entry into the digital streaming platform with a promising storyline. Mahira Khan appeared as Madari in “Main Manto” in 2017, Mehreen Mansoor in “Hum Kahan Ke Sachay Thay” in 2021, and Razia in “Razia” in 2023.
Films
Mahira Khan made her Bollywood debut with “Raees” (2017) opposite Shah Rukh Khan. She has also starred in successful Pakistani films such as “Bin Roye” (2015), “Ho Mann Jahaan” (2016), and “The Legend of Maula Jatt” (2022).
In 2022, Mahira ventured into production with the web series “Baarwan Khiladi.”
Awards and Recognition
Mahira Khan has received numerous awards, including six Lux Style Awards and six Hum Awards. She was honored with the Contribution to Film and Activism award by the UK Asian Film Festival.
Net Worth
Mahira Khan’s estimated net worth is $6 million.
FAQs
What is Mahira Khan’s height and weight?
Mahira Khan is 5’7 feet tall and weighs 55 kg.
Does Mahira Khan have siblings?
Yes, Mahira Khan has one sibling named Hassaan Khan.
Is Mahira Khan married?
Yes, Mahira Khan is married to businessman Salim Karim.
Who is Mahira Khan’s husband?
Mahira Khan’s husband is Salim Karim, a businessman. They got married in a private ceremony on October 1, 2023.
Who was Mahira Khan’s first husband?
Mahira Khan’s first husband was Ali Askari. They married in 2007 and divorced in 2015.
Does Mahira Khan have children?
Yes, Mahira Khan has a son named Azlan, born in 2009, from her first marriage.
What is Mahira Khan’s upcoming project?
Mahira Khan’s upcoming project is the Netflix series “Jo Bachay Hain Sang Samait Lo.”
What is Mahira Khan’s net worth?
Mahira Khan’s estimated net worth is $6 million.
