Fahad Sheikh
Fahad Sheikh | |
|---|---|
| Born | February 22, 1989 |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Notable work | Jalan |
| Spouse | Mehreen Sheikh (m. 2012)[1] |
Fahad Sheikh is a Pakistani television actor, best known for his lead role as Ahmer in the 2020 ARY Digital television series Jalan.[2][3][4] He was also seen in drama serial drama serial Azmaish and Dunk. Before Jalan he appeared in dramas such as Badbakht, Khudparast, and Bandish.
He was also seen in a short film[5] "Nam Kya Rakha?" starring Hajra Yamin and Faizan Shaikh.[6]
Early life
Fahad was born in Lahore into a mixed Punjabi and Kashmiri (through his maternal grandmother) family.[7] Before entering the entertainment industry he had played professional cricket, representing the Pakistan national under-19 team.[8]
Career
Fahad faced challenges early on in his career due to criticisms about his height, Urdu pronunciation and demeanor.[3] His break came with his role in the drama Jalan, which led to subsequent acting offers in Pakistani television.[3] Before starting his career as an actor, Fahad hosted Gyara Number, a television show in Lahore and was managing his clothing business.[9] Fahad attributes much of his success to the guidance and support of Fahad Mustafa, who has acted as a mentor, helping him navigate the industry.[3][4]
Personal life
Fahad married Mehreen Sheikh, the daughter of Pakistani actress Shahida Mini, in 2012.[1][10] The couple has two children. Their first child, a son, was born shortly after their marriage.[1] In August 2023, Fahad announced the birth of their daughter, Ayzel Fahad Sheikh, by sharing a picture of her hand on Instagram.[1][10]
Filmography
Television series
| Year | Title | Role | Network | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Uff Yeh Mohabbat | Ali | Geo Entertainment | |
| 2016 | Waada | ARY Digital | [11] | |
| Haya Kay Rang | Aamir | [12] | ||
| 2017 | Mubarak Ho Beti Hui Hai | Ahsan | [13] | |
| 2017–2018 | Meraas | Ali | [14] | |
| 2018 | Badbakht | Zamin | [15] | |
| Khudparast | Adeel | |||
| 2019 | Bandish | Hamza | [15] | |
| 2020 | Jalan | Ahmer | [3][16] | |
| Dunk | Safeer | [17] | ||
| Ghamandi | Danyal | Express Entertainment | [3] | |
| 2021 | Azmaish | Basit | ARY Digital | [9][3] |
| 2022 | Betiyaan | Danish | [18] | |
| Hasrat | Arham | Hum TV | [19] | |
| 2023 | Wonderland | Rohail | Green Entertainment | [20] |
| Bojh | Rehan | Geo Entertainment | [21] | |
| 2024 | Takkabur | Arez | Hum TV | [22] |
| Hasrat | Junaid | ARY Digital | [23] | |
| 2025 | Ishq Tum Se Hua | Ahmar | Green Entertainment | |
| Visaal-e-Ishq | Wahaj |
Webseries
| Year | Title | Role | Network | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Naam Kya Rakha? | Shayan | See Prime | [24] |
| 2022 | Radio | Danial | [25] |
References
- ^ a b c d "اداکار فہد شیخ کے ہاں دوسرے بچے کی پیدائش". Dawn News Urdu (in Urdu). 14 August 2023. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ "Actor Fahad Sheikh tackles his role effortlessly in 'Jalan'". 24 News HD. 15 July 2020. Retrieved 21 December 2020.
- ^ a b c d e f g "جو کچھ بھی ہوں فہد مصطفیٰ کی وجہ سے ہوں، فہد شیخ". Dawn News Urdu (in Urdu). 19 July 2021. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ a b "'Jalan' star Fahad Sheikh says Fahad Mustafa is his mentor". Daily Times. 30 November 2020. Retrieved 21 December 2020.
- ^ "See Prime's new film is a tale of lost lovers". Samaa TV. Retrieved 21 December 2020.
- ^ "See Prime releases original sound tracks from short films". The Nation. 14 December 2020. Retrieved 21 December 2020.
- ^ Fahad Sheikh {{|}} Imran Ashraf {{|}} Mazaq Raat Season 2 {{|}} Ep 171 {{|}} Honey Albela {{|}} Sakhawat Naz. Mazaaq Raat. 17 September 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2026.
Listen from 9:30 onward
- ^ "Fahad Sheikh was a part of Pakistan cricket team? See throwback picture". arynews.tv. 6 May 2024. Retrieved 17 January 2026.
- ^ a b "Don't rush into marriage: Yashma Gill". The Express Tribune. 19 July 2021. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
- ^ a b "ساس سے پہلی بار ملاقات پر شدید خوفزدہ تھا اداکار فہد شیخ {{|}} The Express News". ایکسپریس اردو. 2 March 2024. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ ARY Digital HD (9 November 2016). Waada 1st Episode – 9th November 2016 {{|}} ARY Digital Drama. Retrieved 2 November 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ ARY Zindagi (5 July 2023). Haya Ke Rang Episode 1 - ARY Zindagi. Retrieved 2 November 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ ARY Digital HD (19 April 2017). Mubarak Ho Beti Hui Hai Episode 1 - ARY Digital Drama. Retrieved 2 November 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ ARY Digital HD (7 December 2017). Meraas Episode 1 - 7th December 2017 - ARY Digital Drama. Retrieved 2 November 2024 – via YouTube.
- ^ a b "ARY Digital is filming its upcoming drama series 'Dunk'". Daily Times. 12 October 2020. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ "'Jalan' star Fahad Sheikh says Fahad Mustafa is his mentor". Daily Times. 30 November 2020. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ Haider, Sadaf (1 April 2021). "Does Fahad Mustafa's Dunk really have a hidden agenda?". Images. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ Noor, Saba. "Drama Review: Betiyaan, A Predictable Family Drama". www.youlinmagazine.com. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
- ^ Majid, Hurmat. "Hasrat (Desire, Longing) Fails to Break Free from a Clichéd Narratives". www.youlinmagazine.com. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ Ariff, Sana (14 July 2023). "Green Entertainment's New Pakistani Dramas". Social Diary Magazine. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
- ^ "اداکار فہد شیخ کے ہاں دوسرے بچے کی پیدائش". Dawn News Urdu (in Urdu). 14 August 2023. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ Haider, Sadaf (31 December 2023). "THE TUBE". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
- ^ Haider, Sadaf (30 June 2024). "THE TUBE". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 22 March 2025.
- ^ "Hajra Yamin, Fahad Sheikh and Faizan Sheikh star in See Prime's latest release 'Nam Kya Rakha?'". Daily Times. 7 December 2020. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ "Irsa Ghazal and Fahad Sheikh star in 'Radio'". Daily Times. 11 June 2022. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
External links
- Fahad Sheikh at IMDb