About Leila Khan
Born 2005. Leila Khan is an actor and television actor.
Leila Khan is an English actress. She is known for her roles as Sahar Zahid in the Netflix series Heartstopper (2023–2026) and film Heartstopper Forever, and as Amira Dhawan in the BBC series Crookhaven (2026).
Education Khan grew up in Harlow and moved to Great Dunmow when she was fourteen years old. She studied at Helena Romanes School, and stayed on there for sixth form to study law, English literature, and drama. Her character returned in the show's third season. She also had a role in BBC One's television series Death in Paradise during their 2023 Christmas special.
Filmography
Television Year Title Role Notes 2023 Death in Paradise Riley Biggs 1 episode 2023–2026 Heartstopper Sahar Zahid 2026 Crookhaven Amira Dhawan Main
Film Year Title Role 2024 A Little of the Heart Nia 2026 Heartstopper Forever Sahar Zahid
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English actress
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Leila Khan was born on 2 May 2005.
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Leila Khan is an actor and television actor.
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