Saba Qamar

Saba Qamar: A Leading Light of Pakistani Cinema and Television Saba Qamar Zaman, born April 5, 1984, is a prominent Pakistani actress celebrated for her contributions to Urdu films and television. Her prolific career has garnered numerous accolades, including two Lux Style Awards, a Hum Award, the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (2012), and the Pride of Performance (2016). Qamar's breakthrough role as Ruqsana Inayat in the 2009 historical drama Jinnah Ke Naam propelled her to widespread recognition. Subsequent successes in television series such as Dastaan, Uraan, Maat, and Pani Jaisa Piyar solidified her position as a leading actress. Her versatility is evident in her diverse roles, encompassing pre-partition dramas, melodramas, romantic narratives, and thrillers like Sannata and Sangat. Her film career includes notable performances in Manto (2015), Lahore Se Aagey (2016), and the Bollywood film Hindi Medium (2017), which earned her a Filmfare Award nomination. Her powerful portrayals in biographical dramas like Baaghi (2017) and Main Manto (2017), and the courtroom drama Cheekh (2019), further showcased her range and acting prowess. Baaghi specifically garnered her a Lux Style Award for Best TV Actress. Beyond acting, Qamar actively engages in humanitarian work, advocating for women's and children's rights. She has also hosted and performed in various shows, including the political satire Hum Sab Umeed Se Hain. While she largely maintains her privacy, her personal life remains a subject of media interest.