Asma Abbas
Pakistani actresses
Asma Abbas | |
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| Born | (1958-08-15) 15 August 1958 (age 66) Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1978–present |
| Notable work | fifty fifty |
| Spouse | Abbas Gill |
| Children | 2 including Zara Noor Abbas & Ahmad Abbas Gill |
| Parent(s) | Ahmad Bashir Mehmooda Bashir |
| Relatives | Bushra Ansari (sister) Sumbul Shahid (sister) Asad Siddiqui (son-in-law) |
Asma Abbas (Urdu: اسما عباس) is a Pakistani actress, producer, singer and host known for her supporting roles in Urdu films and television. She played the role of Fehmida in 2018 acclaim serial Ranjha Ranjha Kardi. She hosted celebrity talkshow Awaz Day Kahan Hai on ATV.
Life and career
Asma Abbas is the daughter of writer and journalist Ahmad Bashir and the sister of actors Bushra Ansari and Sumbul Shahid.[1] She is also the mother of actress Zara Noor Abbas.[2][3][4] In 2018, she successfully recovered from cancer.[1] Some of her notable performance include Dastaan (2010), Gohar-e-Nayab (2013), Nanhi (2013), Laado Mein Pali (2014), Laaj (2016), Koi Chand Rakh (2018), Ranjha Ranjha Kardi (2018), Beti (2018) and Khud Parast (2018).[2][5][6][7] She played Dildar Begum in historical drama Deewar-e-Shab.[3] In 2019, she appeared in a talk show Speak Your Heart With Samina Peerzada.[8]
Other work
Asma Abbas ventured into the fashion industry in July 2020 by launching her clothing line, Asma Abbas Designs, a brand specializing in traditional day-to-day wear. This collection is a tribute to the vibrant and iconic women of Pakistan, celebrating their spirit and essence. The brand aims to empower women by providing them with elegant and comfortable clothing that exudes cultural heritage and sophistication.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Maan Jao Na | Neelo | Also playback singer for song "Ishq Bekaar" |
| 2018 | Teefa In Trouble | Khalida Butt, Butt Sahab's wife | |
| 2019 | Superstar | Choti Ammi | [9] |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Tum Jo Miley | Naila | Ramadan special series |
| Muhabbat Yun Bhi Hoti Hai | Aplus | ||
| 2010 | Dastaan | Sultana, Rabia's Mother | |
| Chunri | Shakila | ||
| 2011 | Mujhay Sandal Kardo | ||
| Tera Pyar Nahi Bhoole | |||
| 2012 | Behkawa | ||
| Sasural Ke Rang Anokhay | |||
| 2013 | Love, Life Aur Lahore | ||
| Nanhi | Shammo Tai | [10] | |
| 2013–2014 | Mann Ke Moti | Nasreen, Rahil's Mother | [1] |
| 2014 | Dhol Bajnay Laga | Laila Begum | |
| Quddusi Sahab Ki Bewah | Durdana | ||
| Ladoon Mein Pali | Bilquees, Laraib's Aunt a.k.a. Badi Ammi | [1] | |
| Choti | |||
| Saari Bhool Hamari Thi | |||
| Sultanat-e-Dil | [1] | ||
| 2015 | Gohar-e-Nayab | Sami's mother | |
| Khoobsurat | Zarnish's mother | ||
| Maikey Ko Dedo Sandes | |||
| Abro | Sakina | Nominated—Hum Award for Best Supporting Actress | |
| Ishq Ibadat | |||
| Yeh Ishq | |||
| Tumhari Natasha | Ahmer's mother | ||
| 2016 | Laaj | Bari Sahiba | [1] |
| Natak | |||
| Dil Lagi | Mishal & Anmol's mother | [11] | |
| Maamta | [1] | ||
| 2017–2018 | Daldal | Sakina | [12] |
| 2017 | Karam Jali | ||
| Larka Karachi Ka Kuri Lahore Di | |||
| Meraas | |||
| 2018 | Ghughi | Parwati | [13] |
| 2018–2019 | Beti | Shahana Dadi; Hashim's mother | [14] |
| Koi Chand Rakh | Zain's mother | [15] | |
| Ranjha Ranjha Kardi | Hamida, Bhola's mother | [16] | |
| Khudparast | Bakhtawar, Hannan's mother | [17] | |
| 2019 | Rani Nokrani | ||
| GT Road | |||
| 2019–2020 | Deewar-e-Shab | Dildar Begum | [3] |
| 2020 | Jhooti | Nirma's mother | |
| Makafaat | Episode 19 | ||
| Bhabi Nazar Laga Dengi[18] | Arfa Bhabi | Telefilm | |
| Dikhawa | Episode 23 | ||
| Zebaish | Nadira | ||
| 2021 | Chupke Chupke | Naik Parwar aka Bebe | HUM TV |
| Khuda Aur Muhabbat | Farhad's mother | Season 3 | |
| Laapata | Samina, Geeti's Mother, | ||
| 2022 | Chaudhry and Sons | Nimoo | [19] |
| Fraud | Shaan's stepmother | ||
| Qalandar | Safia | [20] | |
| 2023-2024 | Sukoon | Sultana | |
| 2024-present | Radd | Samina |
Music video
| Year | Title | Artist | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | "Haye Meri Angothian" | Bushra Ansari, Asma Abbas | [21] |
| 2019 | "Hamsaye maa jaye" | Bushra Ansari, Asma Abbas | [22][23] |
| 2020 | "Ye Watan Tumhara Hai" | Various | [24][25] |
References
- ^ a b c d e f g "Asma Abbas diagnosed with cancer, well-wishers send her prayers". 2 November 2016. Retrieved 17 February 2019.
- ^ a b Athar, Arslan (8 February 2019). "Asma Abbas Opened Up About Her Regret Over Not Standing Up For Her Daughter, Zara Noor Abbas". MangoBaaz. Retrieved 17 February 2019.
- ^ a b c Haq, Irfan Ul (15 January 2019). "Bushra Ansari, Asma Abbasi and Zara Noor Abbas are starring together in Hum TV's next period play". DAWN. Retrieved 17 February 2019.
- ^ says, Abdul salam (21 April 2018). "Pakistani mother-daughter celebrities who are too good to be ignored". Business Recorder. Retrieved 19 March 2019.
- ^ "Asma Abbas moves on to big screen". The Nation. 28 April 2017. Retrieved 17 February 2019.
- ^ Haq, Irfan Ul (28 November 2018). "Saheefa Jabbar talks about why new drama 'Beti' is close to her heart". DAWN. Retrieved 17 February 2019.
- ^ "Inspirational female characters on television". TNS - The News on Sunday. 10 March 2019. Archived from the original on 17 March 2019. Retrieved 19 March 2019.
- ^ Speak Your Heart Official (7 February 2019), Asma Abbas On Speak Your Heart With Samina Peerzada, retrieved 17 February 2019
- ^ "Mahira Khan, Bilal Ashraf's on-screen chemistry in 'Superstar's latest track is leaving fans awestruck". The News International. 20 July 2019. Retrieved 20 July 2019.
- ^ "Asma Abbass already on her way to recovery | Pakistan Today". www.pakistantoday.com.pk. Retrieved 19 March 2019.
- ^ Haider, Sadaf (12 September 2016). "Dil Lagi's final episode gave us the authentic love story other dramas didn't". Images. Retrieved 19 March 2019.
- ^ Haq, Irfan Ul (1 June 2017). "Zahid Ahmed and Armeena Khan's next TV drama is about illegal immigration". Images. Retrieved 19 March 2019.
- ^ "Drama serial 'Ghughi' of Adnan Siddiqui's Cereal Productions to release in January". Daily Times. 31 December 2017. Retrieved 19 March 2019.
- ^ Haq, Irfan Ul (28 November 2018). "Saheefa Jabbar talks about why new drama 'Beti' is close to her heart". Images. Retrieved 19 March 2019.
- ^ "Imran Abbas and Ayeza Irfan back together on TV". gulfnews.com. 12 March 2018. Retrieved 19 March 2019.
- ^ NewsBytes. "Ranjha Ranjha Kardi continues to impress on many levels". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 19 March 2019.
- ^ "Women portraying negative characters on TV". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 19 March 2019.
- ^ "Bhabhi Nazar Laga Dengi: Eid Telefilm Cast and Story Starring Hina Dilpazeer, Behroz Sabswari, Asma Abbas". Pakistani Journal. 29 July 2020. Retrieved 9 September 2021.
- ^ Images Staff (31 March 2022). "Three rom-com TV dramas looking to reign supreme in April". Images by Dawn. Retrieved 1 April 2022.
- ^ Sumiya (17 October 2022). "Qalandar Drama Cast Name, Pictures, Story, & Timing - Geo TV". Mag Pakistan. Retrieved 17 October 2022.
- ^ BUSHRA ANSARI (HAYE MERI ANGOOTHYAN NA JANE KO GAYI KAHAN) PARODY.MP4. 2 July 2010. Retrieved 6 April 2019 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Bushra Ansari, Asma Abbas promotes peace". Business Recorder. 5 April 2019. Retrieved 6 April 2019.
- ^ Saad Altaf (4 April 2019), AAO PYAR BANTAIN | Bushra Ansari Song | Asma Abbas | Indo-Pak Relations 2019, retrieved 6 April 2019
- ^ Tribune.com.pk (21 May 2020). "Actors unite for 'Ye Watan Tumhara Hai' rendition, paying tribute to unsung heroes". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 23 May 2020.
- ^ Ye Watan Tumhara Hai | Shany ft Pakistani Actors and Actresses #TumSeHaiYehWatan, 20 May 2020, retrieved 23 May 2020
External links
- Asma Abbas at IMDb
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