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5 debut films of Pakistani artists…Pakistan to Hindustan

Mahira Khan

Mahira made her Bollywood debut in 2017 with Raees, which is a crime action film. She played the character of Aasiya, opposite Shah Rukh Khan. She was unable to promote the movie in India due to the Uri terror attack in 2016. However, despite all controversies, the Mahira became the first Pakistani actress to join the Bollywood’s 100 Crore Club.


Fawad Khan

Fawad made his debut in Bollywood with Khoobsurat opposite Sonam Kapoor in 2014. He received Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut for the role of Vikram Singh Rathore. Fawad’s next Bollywood movie was Kapoor & Sons where he played a supporting character, which was released in 2016. He was also part of Karan Johar’s romantic drama Ae Dil Hai Muskhil in 2016.

Fawad is loved by many Indian fans, not just for his work in Indian movies but also his work for Pakistani dramas and movies.

Marwa Hocane

Marwa made her Bollywood debut in 2016 with Sanam Teri Kasam opposite Harshvardhan Rane.

Sajal Aly

Sajal made her Bollywood debut with the film Mom in 2017. She played the role of Sridevi’s daughter. Sajal is known for her roles in different Pakistani serials.

Saba Qamar 

Saba, who is known in Pakistan for acting in dramas and films, made her Bollywood debut in 2017 with Hindu Medium opposite Irrfan Khan. She played the role of Meeta Batra and was nominated for the Filmfare Best Actress Award and Most Promising Newcomer – Female for Star Screen Award. Saba won the Masala! Awards for Breakthrough Performance of the Year and Bollywood Film Journalist’s Award for Best Female Debut.

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