Iqra Aziz is a prominent Pakistani actress and model, celebrated for her impactful roles in Pakistani television dramas. Her rise to fame is a compelling story of talent, hard work, and overcoming challenges.
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Iqra was born on Monday, 24 November 1997, in Karachi, Sindh. She turned 22 in 2019. Following her schooling, she pursued a B.Com degree from the University of Karachi. This academic background complements her successful career in the entertainment industry.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 4′ 9”
- Weight (approx.): 50 kg
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Black
Family, Caste & Boyfriend
Iqra hails from a Pakistani Sindhi family. Sadly, her father, Abdul Aziz, passed away from a heart attack. Her mother, Aasiya Aziz, notably worked as a Careem driver, showcasing her strength and resilience. Iqra also has a sister, Sidra Aziz, a software engineer.
There were rumors linking her to co-star Affan Waheed, but both denied the reports. She later became engaged to and married Yasir Hussain, a well-known Pakistani actor, screenwriter, and host. Their engagement, a dramatic proposal at the Lux Style Awards 2019, was widely covered in the media.
Career
Iqra began her acting career at the young age of 14, with the support of her elder sister, Sidra. She started with a television advertisement, where she was noticed by the talent agency ‘Citrus’.
Subsequently, Momina Duraid, a co-producer at Hum TV, recognized her talent and offered her a role in ‘Kissey Apna Kahein’. Her career quickly progressed, leading to roles in several popular Pakistani dramas including ‘Mol’ (2015), ‘Suno Chanda’ (2018), ‘Tabeer’ (2018), and ‘Suno Chanda 2’ (2019).
Expanding beyond television, in 2018, she featured in two music videos: ‘O Jaana’ by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Hamza Malik, and ‘Jo Tu Na Mila’ by Asim Azhar.
Controversies
Iqra faced criticism online after sharing beach photos on social media. Further controversy arose from the public nature of her engagement proposal at the Lux Style Awards 2019.
Awards & Honours
Iqra’s talent has been widely recognized through various awards:
- Hum Awards: Best Television Sensation (2016)
- Hum Style Awards: Most Stylish Television Actress (2018)
- Lux Style Awards: Best Television Actress, Viewers and Critics (2019)
Favourite Things
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Biryani and Pizza |
| Actor(s) | Fawad Khan, Shehzad Sheikh |
| Actress | Mahira Khan |
| Destination | Paris |
| Perfume | Channel |
| Restaurant | Starsclub in Karachi |
Facts
- Her hobbies include traveling, shopping, and listening to music.
- She experienced the loss of her father at the young age of 12.
- Her mother was one of the first female Careem drivers in Karachi.
- She faced a legal dispute with the talent agency ‘Citrus’, which was later resolved.
- She was among the top searched celebrities on Google Pakistan in 2018 and was included in the ‘Top 50 sexiest Asian women’ list by Eastern Eye.
- She’s served as a brand ambassador for several prominent brands in Pakistan, including 7up, Nestle, Cadbury, and Oppo.
