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Kinza Hashmi is a Pakistani actress[1] who works in Urdu television. First appearing on-screen in TV commercials, she made her debut in 2014 with Adhura Milan and later appeared in several other serials.[2] Hashmi is best known for portraying a grey role of Rushna in Hum TV's romantic drama Ishq Tamasha (2018) for which she was nominated for Best Actress in a Negative Role at the Hum Award.[3]
Key Information
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Network | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Adhura Milan | Nayab | [4] | |
| 2015 | Maikay Ko Dedo Sandes | Sharmin | Har Pal Geo | |
| 2016 | Manchahi | Mishal | Har Pal Geo | |
| 2017 | Sangsar | Roshni | Hum TV | [3] |
| Faraib | Nimrav | [3] | ||
| Mor Mahal | Banki | Ptv Home | [5] | |
| Mohabbat Tumse Nafrat Hai | Fajar Aurangzeb | [3] | ||
| Tishnagi Dil Ki | Natasha | [2] | ||
| Daldal | Sania | [3] | ||
| Rani | Rani | |||
| 2018 | Lamhay | Aiman | [6] | |
| Ishq Tamasha | Rushna | [7] | ||
| Seerat | Maria | [3] | ||
| 2019 | Gul-o-Gulzar | Gulzar | [8] | |
| 2019–2020 | Deewar-e-Shab | Joya | [3] | |
| Tu Mera Junoon | Hayat | [4] | ||
| Tera Yahan Koi Nahin | Mariam | |||
| 2020 | Uraan | Malika | [9] | |
| Tum Se Kehna Tha | Yusra | |||
| 2021 | Mohlat | Maham | ||
| Azmaish | Nimra | |||
| 2022 | Dil Awaiz | Dil Awaiz | ||
| Wehem | Eshal | Hum TV | ||
| Hook | Haya Zaman | ARY Digital | ||
| 2023 | Mere Ban Jao | Azmiya | Hum TV | [10] |
| 2024 | Kaisi Hai Ye Ruswai | Shaila | Express Entertainment | |
| Hum Dono | Wafa Asad | Hum TV | [citation needed] | |
| 2025 | Shirin Farhad | Shirin | [11] | |
| 2026 | Leader | Rubab | [12] |
Films
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Ruposh | Zunaira Ashfaq | Telefilm |
| 2024 | Kattar Karachi | Tanya | Debut film[13] |
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Pakistan International Screen Awards | Best Actress Female | Gul-o-Gulzar | Nominated | [14] |
References
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- ^ a b Zakir, Fatima. "Watch out for the new brigade!". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 9 November 2019.
- ^ a b c d e f g Gul. "Kinza Hashmi". The News International. Retrieved 9 November 2019.
- ^ a b Shirazi, Maria. "Catching up with Kinza Hashmi". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 6 June 2020.
- ^ Siddique, Sadaf (26 April 2016). "Is historical TV drama Mor Mahal Pakistan's answer to Game of Thrones?". Images. Retrieved 6 June 2020.
- ^ Ghani, Tooba. "In conversation with Kinza Hashmi". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 6 June 2020.
- ^ Images Staff (6 October 2019). "Here's everyone who won big at the 7th Hum Awards". Images. Retrieved 9 November 2019.
- ^ "Saboor steals the show in Gul-O-Gulzar". The Nation. 8 November 2019. Retrieved 9 November 2019.
- ^ "Kinza Hashmi ready to enthrall audiences in her new play 'Uraan'". Daily Times. 13 June 2020. Retrieved 13 June 2020.
- ^ "Kinza Hashmi, Zahid Ahmed announce latest drama 'Mere Ban Jao'". Daily Pakistan. 13 January 2023. Archived from the original on 12 June 2023.
- ^ "Pakistani drama Shirin Farhad Teaser OUT: Farhan Saeed and Kinza Hashmi starrer is a heartfelt tale of vintage romance". PINKVILLA. 21 March 2025. Retrieved 10 April 2025.
- ^ Amena, Rasti (25 September 2025). "Top 6 upcoming Pakistani dramas that will rule the next few months". The Siasat Daily. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
- ^ شازیہ انوار (21 December 2024). "کٹر کراچی، عمران اشرف، طلحہ انجم اور کنزہ ہاشمی کا شاہکار" (in Urdu). Hum News. Retrieved 30 June 2025.
{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ Images Staff (24 December 2019). "Nominations for the first ever Pakistan International Screen Awards are out". Images. Retrieved 29 December 2019.
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Kinza Hashmi
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Early life and education
Early life
Kinza Hashmi was born on March 7, 1997, in Lahore, Pakistan, into a Muslim family.[11][1][12] She is the only child of her parents, with her father being an established and well-educated individual, and she shares a particularly strong bond with her mother.[2][12] Raised in Lahore, Hashmi developed an early interest in the entertainment industry during her childhood, aspiring to become an actress.[2][11] She was described as a brilliant student and completed her graduation, though specific details about her schooling remain limited in public records.[2][1] Prior to her entry into show business, Hashmi began her professional pursuits in her late teens, starting modeling at the age of 17 and working as a radio jockey (RJ).[2][11] These initial experiences in media and fashion laid the groundwork for her later career in acting and hosting.[11]Education
Kinza Hashmi, born and raised in Lahore, Pakistan, pursued her education in the city. She completed her graduation there, though the specific university and field of study remain undisclosed in public records.[13][2] From a young age, Hashmi demonstrated academic excellence, consistently achieving high scores throughout her schooling.[2] Her strong performance as a student balanced her early interests in the performing arts, laying a foundation that supported her transition into a professional acting career.[13]Career
Early career
Kinza Hashmi entered the Pakistani entertainment industry in her late teens, initially working as a model and radio jockey before transitioning to acting. She made her on-screen debut in television commercials, marking her first appearance in the media.[14][2] Her acting career formally began in 2014 with the leading role of Nayab, a carefree young woman navigating family dynamics, in the A-Plus drama serial Adhura Milan, directed by Zulfiqar Ali and written by Noorul Huda Shah and Sheeraz Kazi. The series, which aired on Fridays, explored themes of incomplete unions and personal aspirations, providing Hashmi with her initial platform in Urdu television. Following this, she appeared in her first telefilm, Hona Tha Pyaar, on Geo TV in 2015, further establishing her presence in the industry.[2][15][6] In the subsequent years, Hashmi took on supporting roles in several dramas, including Sila Aur Jannat on Geo TV, and Moray Saiyaan on ARY Digital in 2016, where she portrayed characters that highlighted her versatility in family-oriented narratives. These early projects allowed her to build experience amid the competitive Pakistani TV landscape. By 2018, her role as the bold and self-centered Rushna in Ishq Tamasha on Hum TV began to garner attention, signaling her emergence as a promising talent, though she emphasized selecting roles that challenged stereotypes rather than opting for conventional ones.[6][16][15]Television career
Kinza Hashmi entered the Pakistani television industry in 2014 with her acting debut in the drama serial Adhura Milan, where she portrayed the lead character of Nayab on A-Plus TV.[2][17] The series, directed by Zulfiqar Ali, marked her transition from television commercials to scripted roles, showcasing her early potential in lead parts.[18] Hashmi rose to prominence in 2018 with her breakthrough performance as Rushna, a manipulative antagonist, in the Hum TV romantic drama Ishq Tamasha. Her nuanced depiction of a grey-shaded character in this love triangle narrative earned critical acclaim and led to nominations for Best Actress in a Negative Role and Best Supporting Actress at the Hum Awards.[2][19] The role established her versatility, allowing her to explore complex, morally ambiguous figures beyond conventional leads. Throughout the late 2010s and early 2020s, Hashmi expanded her repertoire with diverse roles in popular serials. She played Banki in the historical drama Mor Mahal (2016) on Geo TV, a period piece set in the Mughal era, and took on the titular role of Dil Awaiz in the 2022 Hum TV series of the same name, which highlighted themes of emotional resilience and received widespread viewer appreciation. Other notable appearances include Maham in Mohlat (2021), a negative role that further demonstrated her range in intense family sagas, and Wafa in Hum Dono (2024) on Hum TV, a contemporary story exploring relationships and personal growth.[20] By 2025, Hashmi had appeared in over 30 television dramas across channels like Hum TV, Geo TV, and ARY Digital, often choosing projects with social relevance such as cyberbullying in Mere Ban Jao (2023).[2] Her consistent selection of challenging characters has solidified her status as a sought-after actress in Urdu-language television, with recent works like Kaisi Hai Ye Ruswai (2024), Raula Basement Da (2025), Shirin Farhad (2025, as Shirin), and the upcoming Leader continuing to showcase her evolving screen presence.[21]Film career
Kinza Hashmi transitioned to films following her success in Pakistani television, making her feature film debut in the 2024 Punjabi-language romantic comedy Hall Ki Ae?. Directed by Amritpreet Singh, the Indo-Pak co-production stars Hashmi opposite Indian singer-actor Jassie Gill, with supporting roles by Karamjit Anmol, Hobby Dhaliwal, and Nisha Bano. The story revolves around a tale of love, laughter, and cultural fusion set in vibrant Punjab, highlighting cross-border collaboration in South Asian cinema. Released worldwide on November 15, 2024, the film marked Hashmi's entry into theatrical releases, earning praise for her poised performance in a lead role that blended humor and romance.[22][23][24] In 2024, Hashmi also appeared in the short thriller Kattar Karachi, directed by Abdul Wali Baloch, featuring her alongside Talha Anjum and Imran Ashraf in a crime narrative set in urban Karachi. Released on December 20, 2024, the film delves into intense action and local undercurrents, receiving attention for its gritty storytelling.[25] Prior to her big-screen venture, Hashmi gained experience through telefilms, which are popular short-format films in Pakistan often aired on television or digital platforms. In 2018, she starred in the comedy telefilm Rok Sako To Rok Lo, directed by Kashif Saleem, where she played a supporting role alongside Shehzad Sheikh, Javed Sheikh, and Hina Dilpazir, portraying family dynamics with lighthearted humor. Her telefilm work continued with Ruposh in 2022, a romantic drama directed by Ali Faizan, in which she portrayed Zunaira Ashfaq opposite Haroon Kadwani, exploring themes of passion and societal expectations in a 2-hour-22-minute format. These projects showcased her range in narrative-driven stories beyond episodic television.[26][27] She is slated to appear in the upcoming romantic comedy Laddu (2025), directed by Abu Aleeha and co-starring Farhan Saeed, with a script by Ali Moeen and Abu Aleeha focusing on youthful romance, family chaos, and Karachi's bustling life. The project has generated buzz despite mixed fan reactions to the pairing, positioning Hashmi as an emerging figure in Pakistani feature films.[28]Recognition
Awards
Kinza Hashmi received the Best Actress Award at the 8th Pakistan Excellence Awards held in December 2024, recognizing her compelling portrayal in the drama serial Dil Awaiz as well as her broader contributions to Pakistani television through standout performances in multiple serials.[29][30] This accolade highlighted her versatility in depicting complex characters, marking a significant milestone in her career as an emerging talent in the industry.Nominations
Kinza Hashmi has garnered nominations across various prestigious Pakistani award ceremonies for her acting roles and modeling work. Her breakthrough performance as Rushna in the 2018 drama Ishq Tamasha earned her dual nominations at the 7th Hum Awards in 2019: Best Actor in a Supporting Role, Female, and Best Actor in a Negative Role.[31] In 2020, Hashmi was nominated for Best Model at the inaugural Pakistan International Screen Awards (PISA), recognizing her contributions to fashion and media.[32] For her lead role in the 2021 drama Mohlat, she received a nomination for Best TV Actress at the 21st Lux Style Awards in 2022, highlighting her versatility in television storytelling.[33] More recently, in 2025, Hashmi was nominated for Best Actor-Female (Popular) at the 10th Hum Awards for her portrayal in Khushbo Mein Basay Khat, a viewers' choice category that underscores her growing popularity.[9]| Year | Award Ceremony | Category | Work |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 7th Hum Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role, Female | Ishq Tamasha |
| 2019 | 7th Hum Awards | Best Actor in a Negative Role | Ishq Tamasha |
| 2020 | Pakistan International Screen Awards (PISA) | Best Model | N/A |
| 2022 | 21st Lux Style Awards | Best TV Actress | Mohlat |
| 2025 | 10th Hum Awards | Best Actor-Female (Popular) | Khushbo Mein Basay Khat |