Yumna Zaidi is one of the most gifted and versatile performers of the modern era, known for her exceptional acting skills and wide-ranging roles. Her significant fan base appreciates her careful selection of projects, each allowing her to develop a new persona rather than choosing roles randomly.

About Yumna Zaidi

Yumna Zaidi is a renowned Urdu television actress and model from Pakistan, celebrated for taking on complex and unique roles. Her impressive portfolio includes popular television shows such as Khushi Ek Roag, Meri Dulari, Dil Muhallay Ki Haveli, Rishtay Kuch Adhooray Se, Mausam, Guzaarish, and Zara Yaad Kar. Her exceptional performances have earned her seven Hum Awards.

An introvert during her school years, Yumna never envisioned a future in acting. However, in the eighth grade, her classmate Affan Waheed encouraged her to take on the role of Mehak in the household drama "Thakan" (2012) on ARY Digital. Her debut performance as Mehak was well-received, leading to her role as Aabroo in the melodrama "Khushi Ek Roag," which quickly garnered her recognition.

Her critically acclaimed portrayal of a troubled spouse in the poignant Rishtay Kuch Adhooray Se (2013) established her as a prominent figure in Pakistani television, earning her the Hum Award for Best Actress and Best Actress Popular.

Yumna Zaidi's talent is complemented by her humility and poise, making her a beloved figure both on and off the screen.

Biography of Yumna Zaidi

Born on July 30, 1989, in Karachi, Pakistan, Yumna Zaidi was raised in Lahore. She is 33 years old. She received her early education at a convent, which instilled in her a sense of discipline and perhaps a lingering fear of authority. Yumna earned her master’s degree from Lahore Home Economics College before her family relocated to the United States.

Yumna has a younger brother and two married older sisters. She is the only member of her family involved in showbiz and is currently unmarried.

Yumna splits her time between Karachi and Lahore for work while residing in Texas. Her mother, Shabana Naheed Zaidi, is a housewife, and her late father, Zameendar Zaidi, was a businessman. She hails from Arif Wala, Punjab. In addition to her acting career, Yumna holds a master’s degree in interior design and has experience as a host and radio jockey.

Her notable roles include the drama "Teri Raah main rul gay," which aired on Urdu 1, and her leading role in Rishtay Kuch Adhooray Se in 2013.

Career Highlights

Yumna Zaidi received widespread acclaim for her performance as Uzma Ikhtiar in Momina Duraid's Zara Yaad Kar (2016), starring alongside Zahid Ahmed and Sana Javed. Later that year, she starred in Hum TV’s Yeh Raha Dil as Hayat, a young woman abandoned by her father and orphaned by her mother's death.

Her drama Inkaar, featuring Sami Khan and Imran Ashraf, was praised for addressing significant social issues. Yumna’s career continued to flourish with roles in Pyar Ke Sadqai, opposite Bilal Abbas, and the compelling series Dil Na Umeed Toh Nahi, where she portrayed a prostitute.

Yumna Zaidi has also starred in several telefilms, including Subah Be Daagh Hai (2014), Shaadi Impossible (2019), and Raajay Ki Raaji (2019). She has worked with numerous notable fashion designers and appeared on Hum TV’s Bridal Couture Week in January 2021, walking for Aisha Farid’s Crystalline collection.

Awards

Yumna Zaidi has received multiple accolades, including:

• Best Supporting Actress (2014)
• Nominations for Best Actress and Best Popular Actress (2014)
• Awards for Mosam (2015) and Jugnoo (Best Villain, Best Actress, and Best Popular Actress in 2016)
• Best On-Screen Couple nomination in 2018 with Ahmed Ali for Ye Raha Dil

News About Yumna Zaidi

A recent video of Yumna Zaidi went viral where she was asked what it takes to be a good person. She responded by forming a heart shape with her hands and saying, "Percipience! That rests within the heart."

Besides acting, Yumna enjoys reading poetry, drawing inspiration from her mother, who is also a talented writer. Yumna hopes to compile a book of her mother’s poetry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Yumna Zaidi from?
Yumna Zaidi is a Pakistani native, raised in Lahore, who currently commutes between Karachi and Lahore for work while residing in Texas.

When did Yumna Zaidi start her career?
Yumna Zaidi began her acting career in 2012 with a supporting role as Mehak in the household drama Thakan on ARY Digital.

Is Yumna Zaidi married?
Yumna Zaidi is not married.

 

 

 

 

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