Ali Ansari (actor)

Ali Ansari
Born (1987-09-08) 8 September 1987[1]
CitizenshipPakistani
EducationGraduation In Economics and Finance IoBM. McGill
Occupations
Years active2014–present
Notable workRang Mahal (2021)
Kaffara (2024)
Spouse
(m. 2022)
[2]
RelativesMariam Ansari (sister)
Sajal Aly (sister-in-law)

Ali Ansari (Urdu: علی انصاری; born 8 September 1987) is a Pakistani actor, model, rapper, musician (trained drummer) and radio jockey.[1] Known for his roles in Urdu drama serials and his versatile screen presence. Since his debut in the 2010s, he has become a familiar face on major Pakistani networks, gaining recognition for both acting and musical performances.

Career

Radio jockey and model

Born in Lahore, his family moved to Saudi Arabia and when they came back in 2005 and settled down in Karachi, he began his career as an RJ for the hit radio show Dude, Where's My Song? before becoming a model.[1]

Music

He has released a few songs, including Tere Naal Naal with Dino Ali in 2011 and the rap single Itna Deep Jaoge in 2022.[3] In 2023 he released another rap song, Escobar, for which he also co-wrote the lyrics.[4] Referencing the Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar, the track was noted for drawing on Western hip-hop traditions of flaunting affluence, with lyrics and a music video that emphasize luxury, expensive cars, cash, and an aspirational lifestyle, rather than the more common rags-to-riches narratives in local hip-hop.[5]

Acting

He made his debut as a television actor in the 2015 television soap series, Riffat Appa Ki Bahuein. He gained popularity by playing the role of "Saarim" in romantic saga Khaani, "Arham" in Mehreen Jabbar's small screen venture Dino Ki Dulhaniya and as "Rayed" in Rang Mahal (2021).[6][7][8]

Filmography

Television series

Year Title Role Network Notes
2015 Riffat Aapa Ki Bahuein Arsaam ARY Digital
Aik Thi Misaal Saifi Hum TV
Teri Meri Jodi Geo Entertainment
2016 Iss Khamoshi Ka Matlab Ali
Meri Saheli Meri Bhabi Hammad
Saya-e-Dewar Bhi Nahi William Hum TV
Haya Kay Rang Yousuf ARY Digital
2017 Khaani Sarim Ali Khan Geo Entertainment Cameo[9]
Bubbly Kya Chahti Hai Umer ARY Digital
Andaaz-e-Sitam Samar Urdu 1
Alif Allah Aur Insaan Arsalan Hum TV
Naseebon Jali [10]
Ghar Titli Ka Par Aftab Geo Entertainment
2018 Baba Jani Umair
Kabhi Band Kabhi Baja Express Entertainment Episodic appearance
Ay Dil Tu Bata Ahmed Geo Entertainment
Seerat Danish
2019 Shahrukh Ki Saliyan Dildar
Kam Zarf Asim [11]
Naqab Zan Meerab Hum TV [12]
Darr Khuda Say Azhar Geo Entertainment [13]
Mohabbat Na Kariyo [14]
Kahin Deep Jaley Touqeer
2020 Muqaddar Haris
Makafaat Various episodes
Dikhawa Hasham
Gustakh Emaad Express Entertainment [15]
Kasa-e-Dil Hatim Geo Entertainment [16]
Dil Tanha Tanha Asfand Hum TV
Chalawa Harib Khanzada
2021 Rang Mahal Rayad Geo Entertainment [8]
Bebaak Mesum Hum TV
2023 Samjhota Zohaib ARY Digital [17]
Siyaah Sarim Green Entertainment Episode "Khoat"
Dil Hi Tou Hai Moeed ARY Digital [18]
2024 Chaal Sikander Sami Geo Entertainment
Kaffara Salar Sikander Lead role
2025 Aas Paas Dr. Saham [19]
Naqaab Bilal Jamal ARY Digital
Faaslay Zaviyar Green Entertainment
2026 Muamma Junaid Hum TV

Telefilms

Year Title Role Network Ref(s)
2018 Dino Ki Dulhania Arham Geo Entertainment [20]
2025 Saiyyan Thanedaar Police inspector Ramil Green Entertainment
V Logger Da Viyah Bilal "Billu" Khan Hum TV

References

  1. ^ a b c "Hottie of the Week: Ali Ansari". The Express Tribune. 29 October 2013. Archived from the original on 5 January 2024. Retrieved 28 September 2018.
  2. ^ "Saboor Aly walks down the aisle for Ali Ansari: See Heartfelt Photos". Geo News. 7 January 2022. Retrieved 7 January 2022.
  3. ^ "Ali Ansari's music track 'Itna Deep Jaoge' is out now". MMNews. 27 August 2022. Retrieved 28 January 2023.
  4. ^ Ali Ansari Official (7 October 2023). Ali Ansari | Escobar | Official Music Video. Retrieved 21 January 2026 – via YouTube.
  5. ^ "Listen: Ali Ansari has money to burn and 'Escobar' is proof". The Express Tribune. 12 December 2023. Retrieved 21 January 2026.
  6. ^ "Ali Ansari all set to star across Hina Altaf in 'Kaasa e Dil'". nation.com.pk. 9 June 2020. Retrieved 19 January 2022.
  7. ^ "Mehreen Jabbar returns with 'Dino Ki Dulhaniya'". GulfNews. 28 August 2017. Retrieved 28 September 2018.
  8. ^ a b "As "Rang Mahal" comes to an end, Ali Ansari shares a thank-you note". Minute Mirror. 9 October 2021.
  9. ^ Shabbir, Buraq. "Khaani continues to fascinate with a fast paced narrative". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 13 August 2019.
  10. ^ Mohsin, Nida. "Zubab Rana". The News International. Retrieved 13 August 2019.
  11. ^ "Women portraying negative characters on TV". The News International. Retrieved 13 August 2019.
  12. ^ "SaboorAly to play a gut-wrenching in 'NaqabZan'". The Nation. 16 July 2019. Retrieved 13 August 2019.
  13. ^ NewsBytes. "Anjum Shahzad's upcoming play to highlight workplace harassment issues". The News International. Retrieved 13 August 2019.
  14. ^ "Junaid Khan reunites with Hira Mani in 'Makafaat'". Gulf News. 3 June 2019. Retrieved 13 August 2019.
  15. ^ "Gustakh". ExpresEntertainment. Retrieved 9 July 2020.
  16. ^ "Ali Ansari, Hina Altaf and Affan Waheed team up for Kaasa-e-Dil". INCPak. 10 June 2020. Retrieved 11 January 2021.
  17. ^ "Samjhota Drama Cast Name, Pictures, Story, & Timing – ARY Digital". MagPakistan. 19 January 2023. Retrieved 19 January 2023.
  18. ^ "Dil Hi Tou Hai Drama Cast Name, Pictures, Story, & Timing – ARY Digital". 12 October 2023.
  19. ^ Magazine, Express (3 February 2025). "Ramadan 2025 Dramas To Look Out for This Year". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 26 February 2025.
  20. ^ Shirazi, Maria. "Must-watch Eid telefilms". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 13 August 2019.
  • Ali Ansari at IMDb