Fahad Mustafa

Fahad Salahuddin, known professionally as Fahad Mustafa (, ; born 26 June 1983), is a Pakistani actor, producer, and television host who works in Urdu films and television. One of Pakistan's highest-paid actors. As a producer he has numerous series that have been well received. Mustafa also hosts Jeeto Pakistan, since 2014 which is known as the biggest game show in Pakistan.

Born in Karachi, Pakistan, Mustafa is the son of veteran Sindhi actor Salahuddin Tunio. He began his career in the early 2000s and made his acting debut with the television series Umrao Jaan Ada (2003). He rose to fame with popular dramas including Main Abdul Qadir Hoon (2010), Ek Tamanna Lahasil Si (2012), Daagh (2012), Kankar (2013) and Dusri Biwi (2014). After a long hiatus, he made his television comeback with the romantic drama Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum (2024), which he earned him the Lux Style Award for Best Actor Popular.

Early life Mustafa was born into a Sindhi family in Karachi, Pakistan. His father, Salahuddin Tunio,

He initially enrolled in the Doctor of Pharmacy program at Baqai Medical University in Karachi, but dropped out before completing his studies.

Mustafa has credited Indian actor Govinda for inspiring him to become an actor.

Acting career

Television Mustafa first gained recognition for his performance in Sheeshay Ka Mahal (2002). In an interview with Dawn, he recalled that although the serial did not perform well, his work was noticed, and he continued to be cast despite initial reservations about his appearance. Mustafa said that during the early 17-18 episodes he had no spoken dialogue and appeared mainly as a silent character, but the experience proved formative for his career. He later described how he gained confidence and recognition through the project, which eventually led to further opportunities in television.

Mustafa made his comeback to acting in the television industry in 2024 with Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum opposite Hania Amir, marking his comeback to television serials after nine years.

Cinema He made his film debut in 2014 in director Nabeel Qureshi's Na Maloom Afraad. It was declared a box office hit. winning Film of the Year Award in the 16th Lux Style Awards, where Mustafa also won the Best Actor Award for his role in the film. He then had a voice role in Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy's animated film 3 Bahadur: The Revenge of Baba Balaam. In 2018, he starred in Nadeem Baig's Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2 and Qureshi's Load Wedding; both of which released on same day, 22 August 2018. Mustafa will next star in Nabeel Qureshi's upcoming zombie thriller Zombeid, opposite Mehwish Hayat and Babar Ali. The film is scheduled for release on Eid al-Adha in 2026. the first Anjum Shehzad's Band Toh Ab Bajay Ga, which will be written by Yasir Hussain; the second one will be written by Ali Imran under ARY Films banner; and a third one for which no details have been announced yet.

Hosting He has been the host of the well-known game show Jeeto Pakistan since 2014. He then also hosted the opening ceremony of the 2017 Pakistan Super League in Dubai.

Personal life In 2006, Mustafa married Pakistani writer Sana Fahad. The couple has two children, a daughter born in April 2011, and a son born in January 2016.

Filmography

Films +KeyDenotes films that have not yet been released

Television

Actor

Host Mujhe Pyaar Hua Tha |- Pyar Deewangi Hai (TV series)|-

Maray Hi Rahna|- Mayi Ri|- Mein|- Bandish 2|-

Hasarat|- Tera Waada|- Burns Road Kay Romeo Juliet |- Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum|-

Bharam|-

Parwarish|- Biryani|- Chalbaaz|-

Kafeel|-

Awards and nominations Acting and hosting awards Ref

2009 Kaisey Aye Karar| Best TV Actor (Terrestrial) 2010

2011 Haal-e-Dil|

Abdul Qadir – Main Abdul Qadir Hoon|

Adal Soomro – Mastana Mahi|

Murad – Daagh|

Sikandar – Kankar| 2015 Farhan – Na Maloom Afraad|Best Film Actor

Shan Mirza – Actor in Law| 2018 Farhan – Na Maloom Afraad 2| 2019 Raja – Load Wedding|Best Film Actor (Critics' choice) 2026 Mustafa Ahmed – Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum|Actor of the Year - Male (Viewers’ choice)

2013 Jago Pakistan Jago|Hum Award for Best Host

Hum Award for Best Actor Popular

Hum Award for Best Onscreen Couple Hum Award for Best Onscreen Couple Popular

2016 Jeeto Pakistan|Most Stylish TV Host

2017 Shan Mirza – Actor in Law|Best Film Actor

2018 Shan Mirza – Actor in Law|Best Actor (Male)

Best Actor - TV (Critic’s Choice) Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum'' shared with Hania Aamir Best Onscreen Couple

Production awards

Honorary awards Year Ceremony Category Work Result Ref.2024UK ParliamentDiversity and Cultural Impact AwardFor making an impact globally through his contributions in Pakistani entertainment and media industry Global Cultural Unity Award

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