Saira Khan is a Pakistani former film and television actress. She is known for her acting in Ghunghat and Dream Girl. She left showbusiness for her faith.
Career Saira Khan is from Multan. She ran away from home because of her poor matriculation result, fearing that her father would treat her harshly. In Lahore, she met a studio owner who arranged her photoshoot, and delivered her portfolio to a film director. Her portfolio impressed the director, and he signed her for his new project. Saira worked in both media, film, and television. She also performed in several music videos. Her successful feature films include Ghunghat (1996) and Dream Girl (1997) — in which, she played prominent roles. Her successful television series are Prandah (1998); and the drama that led her to fame, Beti (2005).
Saira left showbusiness, calling the industry full of lies and deceit. She is now living in Johar Town, Lahore along with her husband and children. She has started taking part in preaching activities of Islam, and observes ruband.
Television
Drama serials Year Drama Serial Channel Character 1996 Ghubar PTV 1998 Baadban PTV 2001 Sawan PTV 2003 Dil Lagi PTV 2004 Dil He Ke Diya He PTV 2005 Beti PTV 2005 Apnay Huye Paraye PTV 2006 Khwab Nagar PTV
Filmography #Year Title Director Language Notes 1 1996 Ghunghat Syed Noor Urdu debut 2 1997 Dream Girl Sangeeta Urdu 3 1998 Ehsas Sangeeta Urdu 4 1999 Guns and Roses Shaan Urdu 5 1999 Da Pakhtun Leone Shaan Pashto 6 1999 Aik Aur Love Story Sajjad Ali Urdu 7 2000 Ham Khilari Pyar Kay Iqbal Kashmiri Urdu 9 2000 Jungle Queen Syed Noor Urdu 10 2001 Daldal Sangeeta Urdu
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