Wahaj Ali
Wahaj Ali | |
|---|---|
 Ali in 2023 | |
| Born | 1 December 1988 Lahore, Pakistan |
| Education | National College of Arts |
| Occupation |
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| Years active | 2015–present |
| Spouse |
Sana Farooq (m. 2016) |
| Children | 1 |
Wahaj Ali (Urdu: وہاج علی, born 1 December 1988) is a Pakistani actor known for his appearance on Urdu television. After making his television debut with the soap serial Ishq Ibadat in 2015, Ali gained critical praise for playing Bangladeshi freedom fighter Shafi Imam Rumi in Jo Bichar Gaye (2021). He has also appeared in other notable roles. In 2023, Ali earned wider recognition, especially across the South Asian continent, for his portrayal of Murtasim Khan in the romance drama Tere Bin.[1][2] Ali is the recipient of two Lux Style Awards.
Early life and family
[edit]Ali was born on 1 December 1988 into a Punjabi family in Lahore, Punjab.[3][4] His father worked in the government, and his mother was a teacher.[5] Ali then earned his Masters in Multimedia Arts from the National College of Arts.[6]
Career
[edit]Ali began his career as a theater actor in 2007 before joining a TV channel in the news and programming department.[7]
Media image
[edit]Ali has established himself as one of the leading Urdu television actors.[8] Dawn noted, "The fact that all his different avatars have been so well-received is testament to his talent."[9] Something Haute noted, "Wahaj Ali's choices and the credibility they have amassed, have played a pivotal role in positioning him right at the top of the artistic food chain."[10] He has been placed in Hello Pakistan's HOT100 list, in the "Trailblazers" category.[11] Ali has received the "Sexiest Heartthrob" title at Hello Magazine Awards in 2023. [12] He serves as an ambassador for a number of brands such as Head & Shoulders and 7 Up.[13]
Filmography
[edit]Films
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Superstar | Young Salim Malik | Cameo appearance | |
| 2023 | Teri Meri Kahaniyaan | Asad | Segment: “Aik So Taeeswaan” | [14] |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Ishq Ibadat | Sahil |
| 2016 | Mera Dard Na Janay Koi | Bilal |
| Wafa | Hashir | |
| Gila | Sanwal/Ramis | |
| Ahsas | Zohaib Adil | |
| 2017 | Zoya Sawleha | Faris |
| Mere Dil Mere Musafir | Hasan | |
| Hari Hari Churiyan | Ali | |
| Dil Nawaz | Fawad | |
| 2018 | Haiwan | Maan |
| Mah-e-Tamaam | Taqi Lodhi | |
| 2019 | Dil-e-Bereham | Tabish |
| Bharam | Maarif Ali | |
| Ehd-e-Wafa | Shariq Habib | |
| Haqeeqat | Asif | |
| 2020 | Mera Maan Rakhna | Mohid |
| Bikhray Moti | Ahad | |
| Ghisi Piti Mohabbat | Rizwan/Riz | |
| 2021 | Ishq Jalebi | Basim Hussain |
| Fitoor | Hamza Sadiq | |
| Dil Na Umeed Toh Nahi | Jamshed “Jimmy” | |
| Jo Bichar Gaye | Shafi Imam Rumi | |
| 2022-2023 | Mujhe Pyaar Hua Tha | Saad Hussain |
| Tere Bin | Murtasim Shahnawaz Khan | |
| 2023 | Jurm | Daniyal Mujib |
| 22 Qadam | Junaid Malik[15] | |
| 2023-24 | Mein | Zaid Asif |
| 2024-25 | Sunn Mere Dil | Bilal Abdullah |
| 2025 | Jinki Shaadi Unki Shaadi | Murad |
| 2025-26 | Mitti De Baway | Zain Chaudhary |
Telefilms
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Bitiya Hamaray Zamanay Mein | Fahad |
| 2020 | Love Siyapa | Shobhi |
| 2025 | Woh Ek Raat | Sarmad |
Special appearances
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Team Muhafiz | Reza (voice over) | Animated series |
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Hum Awards | Best Soap Actor | Ishq Ibadat | Nominated | [16] |
| 2019 | ARY Social Media Awards | Best Newcomer Male | Haiwan | Won | [17] |
| 2021 | ARY People's Choice Awards | Favourite Jodi (with Ramsha Khan) | Ghisi Piti Mohabbat | Nominated | [18] |
| 2024 | Hum Style Awards | Most Stylish Television Actor - Male | Himself | Nominated | [19] |
| 2025 | Lux Style Awards | Best TV Actor Male - Viewer’s Choice | Tere Bin | Won | [20] |
| Best TV Actor Male - Critics’ Choice | Nominated | ||||
| Film Actor of the Year Male - Viewer’s Choice | Teri Meri Kahaniyaan | Won |
References
[edit]- ^ "Check out here how the drama serial 'Tere Bin' is ruling Twitter". MMNews.tv. 3 February 2023. Archived from the original on 29 March 2023. Retrieved 29 March 2023.
- ^ "Murtasim's Fandom Gets Tere Bin Unprecedented Success". Samaa. Retrieved 19 May 2023.
- ^ "Wahaj Ali, the versatile actor, celebrates his 32nd birthday". Bol News. 1 December 2020. Retrieved 10 December 2021.
- ^ "Birthday wishes pour in for actor Wahaj Ali". Daily Pakistan. 1 December 2022. Retrieved 11 December 2022.
- ^ "Wahaj Ali". Social Diary. 23 October 2018.
- ^ "Profile on LinkedIn". LinkedIn.
- ^ Shabbir, Buraq (31 May 2020). "From theatre to television to films". The News International. Retrieved 22 August 2022.
- ^ "The art of staying grounded: How Wahaj Ali has handled fame and success - Exclusive". Galaxy Lollywood. 12 June 2023. Retrieved 16 June 2023.
- ^ Maliha Rehman (5 December 2021). "The Icon Interview - Wahaj Ali: 'Im in no hurry'". Dawn. Retrieved 23 December 2021.
- ^ Aamna Haider Isani (29 March 2023). "The Rising of Wahaj Ali". Something Haute. Retrieved 16 April 2023.
- ^ "Headliners, trailblazers, trendsetters - Celebs who made it to Hello Pakistan's #HOT100 list". Daily Pakistan. Retrieved 16 December 2022.
- ^ "'Tere Bin' star couple Yumna Zaidi and Wahaj Ali set couple goals with their Walima photoshoot". Daily Pakistan. Retrieved 29 May 2023.
- ^ "Wahaj Ali's cross-border fandom, wins hearts in India with 'Tere Bin'". Samaa TV. 4 June 2023. Retrieved 22 June 2023.
- ^ "Wahaj Ali, Mehwish Hayat come together for 'Teri Meri Kahaniyaan'". Express Tribune. 22 May 2023. Retrieved 17 June 2023.
- ^ "'22 Qadam' seems to be a breath of fresh air in Pakistani dramas". Daily Times. 27 April 2023. Retrieved 4 July 2023.
- ^ Sofia (24 April 2016). "4th Hum Awards 2016: Complete List Of Winners". Style.Pk. Retrieved 13 April 2022.
- ^ "ARY Digital Social Media Awards 2018 Complete Winners List". ARY Digital. Retrieved 22 December 2019.
- ^ "1st ARY People's Choice Awards Nomination List". ARY Digital. 10 March 2021. Retrieved 22 January 2022.
- ^ "Hum Style Awards 2024: The Awaited Nominations Is Out". Bolnews. 2 May 2024. Retrieved 3 May 2024.
- ^ "Lux Style Awards 2025: And the nominees are". The Express Tribune. 7 April 2025. Retrieved 10 April 2025.