Best Pakistani Female TV Actors : Khalida Riyasat

The period of the seventies till the nineties is considered the ‘golden era’ of Pakistani television, not only did this twenty year duration make very notable plays, it also produced countless outstanding movies, and shinning actors and actresses, whose work is still remembered to this day.

Khalida Riyasat was exactly that kind of actress. Her legendary work is still remembered even today, fifteen years after her death! Riyasat made her first appearance on television in the 1970s, this was one her earlier dramas called ‘Naamdaar’, which was a detective series, in which she starred opposite Shakeel.

From then on Riyasat’s career escalated greatly, as she starred in a very popular play at the time, ‘Bandish’. This great drama stood out for its superior dialogue, directing and Khalida’s excellent performance.

During the early nineties, Khalida appeared in many comedy plays, some of the much appreciated ones included ‘Half Plate’ and ‘Parosi’. These remain till now, some of her best works. In many of the viewers opinion, Khalida Riasat is among the finest TV actors Pakistan television has ever produced. Half plate is true representation of Khalida Riasat’s talent.

Unfortunately, this celebrated actress passed away as she was suffering from cancer in 1996 but to this day she holds a place in the hearts of her fans.

Best Pakistani Female TV Actors : Uzma Gillani

A remarkable actress, a strong woman and a role model for many, Uzma Gillani is truly one of the most celebrated women in Pakistan. During her life she faced many challenges and hardships but despite all of them she managed to maintain her positions as one of the leading actresses in the country.

Due to her tough nature, she has played many roles of autocratic leaders and of women who have displayed a great deal of personal courage. One of these innovative roles of an Afghani refugee woman in 1981’s ‘Panah’ won her Pride of Performance Award.

During her career, she left the acting world to pursue advertising for a successful decade even after which she managed to keep her place as an actress and appeared in many drama after that like ‘Bewaaris’ which was considered her major comeback.

After facing so many hardships like suffering from cancer, she still managed to uphold her excellent career and manage to be a mentor for actresses like Sania Saeed and many more.

Uzma Gillani is a versatile actress. She has an unmatched talent of acting she was born with. She is natural, spontaneous and talented enough to manage any kind of role that she is offered. She is one of the finest TV actors from Pakistan.

Best Pakistani Female TV Actors : Atiqa Odho

Atiqa Odho is an illustrious Pakistani television and film actress, and also a television host. Atiqa has starred in many notable films, including Jo Darr Gya Woh Marr Gya, Mummy and Mujhe Chand Chahiye. Odho was born in Karachi, Pakistan on February 12 1968, though originally she belongs to Village Tajodero, in District Jacobabad. Currently at the very tender age of 43, she is happily married, and has three children.

Although her current film star life is very successful, Atiqa had started off her professional life, just as a make-up artist and hairstylist in 1989, in Karachi, and whilst working at various advertising agencies, she was lucky enough to be discovered by a very prominent, and popular television personality, Anwar Maqsood, and later, she starred in Maqssod’s play “Sitara Aur Mehrunissa”(1993). This play was a success, and her role in it made Atiqa’s name popularly known throughout Pakistan.

Since then, Odho has worked in many successful television and film projects, and has been actively involved in both media and the cosmetic industry in Pakistan. She is currently residing in both UAE and Pakistan with her family.

A recent performance by Atiqa Odho was as lead negative role of “Farida” in the blockbuster drama serial from HUM TV called “Hamsafar”.

Famous Pakistani Female TV Actors : Sania Saeed

Sania Saeed is one of the most popular female artists in Pakistan. She has not only acted in many famous dramas but also has done work in theatre which is where she started off her career at the young age of ten. She worked with her parents with the group named as ‘Dastak Theatre’. As she grew up she realized that acting was her passion and she pursued it further by appearing in TV dramas.

Sania Saeed performed in the well known drama ‘Aahat’ with the Pakistani icon Salman Ahmed and in ‘Talaash’ with the singer Ali Azmat. Other than acting, Sania has also taken part in a lot of volunteer work. She worked with children and women folk and started her own theatre called ‘Katha’ through which children performed in the PACC, the hub of theatre in Karachi. She also worked with special children and they also performed in plays there so ‘Katha’ was a success.

Apart from that, Sania has also hosted some talk shows like ‘Seher Honay Ko Hai’ and ‘Maa’ in which she has raised awareness about women, child labor and domestic violence issues.

By working in so many fields, Sania has proved herself to be a very versatile icon in Pakistan. Her personality is such that she is very interested in diversifying her career, helping people and spreading culture throughout the country. She is truly a remarkable woman.

Famous Pakistani Female TV Actors : Arifa Siddiqui

Arifa Siddiqui made a career as a television actress very early in her life. She is the daughter of an icon in Pakistan radio and film industry but has made her own mark as a very well known Pakistani actress. Arifa is a multi media performer and can be seen in TV dramas, films and advertisements.

From a young age, Arifa started appearing in TV dramas and rose to fame. Some of the movies she has starred in are ‘Aisa Bhi Hota Hai’, ‘Qismat’ and ‘Wadera’. Apart from that she has performed in dramas which are quite renowned all over the country like ‘Fishaar’, ‘Piyas’ and ‘Khawa’. Other than acting, she has also had some singing experience with her cousin Fareeha Parvez, who is a very famous Pakistani singer.

Although she is still in her forties, unfortunately due to some personal problems Arifa decided to stay at home rather than pursue her career further, but it is no doubt that during her time as an actress she has become a prominent figure amongst the actresses of Pakistan. Arifa Siddiqui has a versatility in her acting ability which not many can match. She has played various roles which are very different in their nature. She has a natural talent of acting brilliantly in front of the camera.

Famous Pakistani Female TV Actors: Bushra Ansari

Among the talented actresses in Pakistan, Bushra Ansari is one prominent name that cannot be overlooked. Born in the city of Karachi, this brilliant woman decided that she wanted to be on television at the age of nine. With her passion for acting she has made it to the top in the Pakistani drama industry. After completing her high school from Lahore and degree of BA from Rawalpindi she pursued her career as a professional actress at a higher level.

Bushra has acted in numerous television shows out of which many are very popular such as ‘Show Time’, ‘Fifty Fifty’, ‘Show Sha’, ‘Rang Tarang’, ‘Emergency’ and many more. She starred in the drama ‘Dil Hai Chota Sa’ which was the highest rated TV serial of that time. Her versatility as a performer is evident by the roles she plays which include serious roles as well as comedy. She keeps her audience engaged in a show by dedicating herself entirely to the character she is playing. Not only is this lady an amazing actress but she is also a very talented singer and a very cheerful television compeer. With time she has also written a few of her own plays like ‘Neeli Dhoop’ and ‘Kuch Dil Ne Kaha’ which have been appreciated by Pakistanis from all over.

During her career, Bushra has won many awards including the Pride of Performance Award in 1989, a presidential award from Pervaiz Masharraf and she also received a Women’s achievement Award from Benazir Bhutto. Even though she is currently in her fifties she still looks stunning on screen and her career continues to blossom.