Naveen Waqar (Urdu: نوین وقار) (born 9 January 1986) is a Pakistani television actress and former video and radio jockey.[1] She made her acting debut playing the antagonist Sara in 2012 series Humsafar. Her television appearances include a series of acclaimed projects including Annie Ki Ayegi Baraat, Alvida, Mol, Saya-e-Deewar Bhi Nahi, Kuch Na Kaho, Be Inteha, Tajdeed-e-Wafa and Mah-e-Tamaam. She made her film debut in 2013 with social-drama film Josh: Independence Through Unity, which was a critical and commercial success.
Naveen Waqar | |
|---|---|
| Born | Naveen Waqar Haider 9 January 1986 |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, video jockey, radio jockey |
| Years active | 2007 – present |
| Known for | Humsafar, Annie Ki Ayegi Baraat, Saya-e-Dewar Bhi Nahi |
| Spouse |
Azfar Ali
(m. 2012; div. 2015) |
| Relatives | Faraz Haider (brother) |
Personal life
editShe married actor Azfar Ali in 2012; the couple was divorced in November 2015.[2]
Career
editWaqar started her career as VJ Fuse which was an instant success and landed as the parallel lead in all-time blockbuster Humsafar opposite Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan. Waqar's next venture was Geo TV's hit Ainnie ki ayegi Baraat. Waqar is known for her serious acting skills, and has established a career in Pakistani television industry.[3][4][5] She apperead in Amna Mufti's written 2015 series Mol opposite Faysal Quraishi.[6] Her performance, as a confident and level-headed person in the series was praised by critics.[7]
Filmography
editFilms
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Josh: Independence Through Unity | Iqra | [citation needed] |
| 2015 | Orphic | Short film [citation needed] | |
| 2017 | Musafir | Short film[8] | |
| 2022 | Carma – The Movie | Maria Shah | Feature Film[citation needed] |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Additional Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011–2012 | Humsafar | Sara | Pakistan Media Awards for Best New Female Actor, Hum Honorary Phenomenal Serial Award |
| 2012 | Annie Ki Ayegi Baraat | Annie | |
| 2014 | Uff Meri Family | Ujala | |
| 2015 | Alvida | Uroosa | |
| Mol | Emaan | Nominated-Hum Award for Best Actress[9] | |
| 2016 | Saya-e-Dewar Bhi Nahi | Shehla | |
| Kuch Na Kaho | Ayna | [citation needed] | |
| 2017 | Be Inteha | Bisma | |
| 2018 | Mah-e-Tamaam | Samahir | |
| Tajdeed e Wafa | Neha | [10] | |
| 2019 | Bewafa | Kinza | [11] |
| 2020 | Chalawa | Mahnoor | |
| 2022 | Paristan | Mehreen | |
| 2023 | Dagh e Dil | Almas |
Other appearance
edit| Year | Title | Role | Additional Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Morning Music Chaska and Drive On With Naveen Waqar | Herself/host | Broadcast on Radio FM91 |
| 2010 | Ab Set Hai | Navin | Telefilm |
| 2010–2011 | Pick and Choose with Fuse | VJ Fuse | TV Music Show aired on AAG TV |
| 2016 | Dukh Sukh | Ulfat Shireen | Episode: Aap Ki Ulfat |
| Dukh Sukh | Maya | Episode: Musafir |
References
edit- ^ "Humsafar no more: Naveen and Azfar split after three years". ARY News. 30 November 2015.
- ^ "Azfar Ali, Naveen Waqar no longer life-partners". The News Teller. 30 November 2015.
- ^ raza, Nida. "Naveen Waqar". The News International. Retrieved 8 September 2019.
- ^ Haq, Irfan Ul (25 August 2018). "Navin Waqar and Haroon Shahid team up for upcoming drama serial". DAWN. Retrieved 8 September 2019.
- ^ "You are casted on the number of Followers you have: Naveen". Daily Times. 31 August 2019. Retrieved 8 September 2019.
- ^ Tribune.com.pk (9 May 2015). "Faysal Qureshi pairs up with Naveen Waqar for 'Mol'". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 8 September 2019.
- ^ Sadaf Haider (7 July 2015). "Sick of love triangles on TV? We love Faysal Qureshi's Mol for rising above". Dawn.com. Retrieved 29 December 2023.
- ^ "Imran Abbas, Naveen Waqar to star in short film 'Musafir' | Pakistan Today". Pakistan Today. Retrieved 8 September 2019.
- ^ "Hum Awards 2016 nominees & performances to look ahead tonight". The News. Retrieved 8 September 2019.
- ^ NewsBytes. "Naveen Waqar and Haroon Shahid come together for Tajdeed e Wafa". The News. Retrieved 22 September 2018.
- ^ Haq, Irfan Ul (25 August 2018). "Navin Waqar and Haroon Shahid team up for upcoming drama serial". DAWN. Retrieved 14 September 2019.
External links
edit- Naveen Waqar at IMDb