Ali Zafar is a Pakistani singer, songwriter, model, actor, painter, and producer. He is often referred to as the ‘Pakistani King of Pop’ and ‘Pakistan’s Justin Timberlake.’
Wiki/Biography
Ali Zafar was born on Sunday, 18 May 1980 (age 39 years; as in 2019) in Lahore, Pakistan. His zodiac sign is Taurus.
Ali Zafar as a Child
He attended school from CAA Public School. He completed his studies from Government College Lahore. Zafar also attended the National College of Arts Lahore.
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 10″
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Hair Color: Black
Family, Caste & Wife
He belongs to a Punjabi family. His father, Mohammad Zafarullah and his mother, Kanwal Ameen, are professors at Punjab University, Lahore, Pakistan. He has two brothers named Zain and Danyal.
Ali Zafar with his family
Ali Zafar with his brother, Danyal
He married Ayesha Fazli on 28 July 2009. He has a son named Azaan Zafar (born in 2010) and a daughter named Alyza Zafar (born in 2015).
Ali Zafar with his wife and children
Career
As an Actor
He made his acting debut with the television show “Kollege Jeans (1999),” which aired on PTV.
Ali Zafar In Scenes From ‘Kollege Jeans’
In 2010, he made his debut with the Indian film “Tere Bin Laden.”
He has acted in several films like “Mere Brother Ki Dulhan (2011),” “London, Paris, New York (2012),” “Kill Dil (2014),” “Dear Zindagi (2016),” and many more. In 2016, she made a cameo appearance in the Pakistani film “Lahore Se Aagey.” She made her Pakistani film debut with “Teefa in Trouble” in 2018.
As a Singer
He made his debut as a singer with the song “Jugnuon Se Bhar Le Aanchal” from the movie “Sharat” in 2003.
He released his first studio album “Huqa Pani” on November 21, 2003.
He became a sensation after the song ‘channo’ from the album “Huqa Pani” was released.
Ali made his singing debut in India with the film “Tere Bin Laden (2010).” He has lent his voice to various Pakistani and Indian film songs, such as “Luv Ka The End,” “Love Mein Ghum,” “Chashme Baddoor,” “Karachi Se Lahore,” and “Ready Steady No.”
Other Works
He started his career as a sketch artist at the Pearl Continental Hotel in Lahore and later pursued his acting career. Ali owns a production house called ‘Lightingale Productions.’
He made his debut as a producer under his banner ‘Lightingale Productions’ with the film “Teefa in Trouble” in 2018.
Controversy
- In 2018, Meesha Shafi accused Ali Zafar of sexual harassment several times but Ali denied all Meesha’s allegations and filed a defamation suit of Rs. 1 billion against him. On the other hand, Meesha has also filed a case against Ali for sexually harassing her.
In March 2019, the district session judge issued an order to settle the defamation suit against Meesha. Earlier, in March 2019, Ali had also submitted a petition against Meesha regarding the submission of the false affidavit in the civil court.
Ali Zafar On Meesha Shafi’s Allegation
In March 2019, the district session judge issued an order to settle the defamation suit against Meesha. Earlier, in March 2019, Ali had also submitted a petition against Meesha regarding the submission of the false affidavit in the civil court.
- During the ongoing Meesha-Zafar controversy, Ali Zafar said that Meesha wants to become Malala (Malala Yousafzai) by targeting her. However, his statement about Meesha sparked public outrage and people slammed him for his insensitive comments.
- In 2012, when a nude photo of Veena Malik appeared on the cover of FHM Magazine, it became the subject of controversy. Ali commented on the controversy and said he does not believe talented people need controversy to boost their careers. Adding to the controversy, Ali said,
You have to understand that she (Veena) is an individual and you cannot judge an entire community based on one person’s behavior. You should not judge Pakistan through me.”
Awards, Honors & Titles
- Voted ‘Sexiest Asian Man on the Planet’ based on a poll by British newspaper ‘Eastern Eye’ in 2013
- Artists for Peace in Pakistan International Film Festival in 2018
- Honored as ‘Pride of Pakistan’ by United For Pakistan Independence Day in 2018
- Shaan-e-Pakistan Achievement in Music Awards for Generation Music Icons in 2019
Indus Music Awards
- Best Debut Artist for the album “Huqa Pani” in 2004
- Best Album for the album “Huqa Pani” in 2004
- Best Pop Artist for the album “Huqa Pani” in 2005
Lux Style Awards
- Best Album for the album “Huqa Pani” in 2004
Ali Zafar With Lux Style Award
- Best Album for “Jhoom” album in 2012
- Best Original Soundtrack for the song “Zindagi Gulzar Hai” from the album “Zindagi Gulzar Hai” in 2013
- Best Song for the song “Rockstar” – CokeStudio8 in 2016
- Best Actor (audience choice) for the movie “Teefa – Teefa in Trouble” in 2019
Favorite Things
- Musicians: Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, The Doors, John Mayer, Radiohead
- Poets: Mirza Ghalib, Khwaja Mir Dard, Faiz Ahmad Faiz, Muhammad Iqbal
- Books: “A Case of Exploding Mangoes” by Mohammed Hanif, “Scar Tissue” by Anthony Kiedis and Larry SlomanAnthony Kiedis and Larry Sloman, “Conversations With God” by Neale Donald Walsch
Salary/ Net Worth
He took Rs. 1-2 crores (approx) per film. His net worth is approximately Rs. 107 crores.
Car Collection
He owns an Audi and a Ferrari.
Ali Zafar Pictured With His Car
Facts
- He likes reading, playing cricket & video games.
- Since childhood, he likes to draw. Ali made his first comic at the age of 8.
Ali Zafar Waiting For People To Take Their Portraits
- His parents wanted him to pursue his career in civil service but somehow, he persuaded his parents towards his decision and his parents also supported him. Talking about it, he said-
I remember my father encouraging me to read newspapers diligently to prepare for the civil service exam, but I couldn’t imagine myself in a government office. I want respect because of my achievements and not because of my position in government work. I am a dreamer, optimist and romantic. I don’t have a detailed plan to make my dream come true, just a high passion.”
- As a child, he did not have any interest in poetry and music but eventually, as he grew up, he began to develop a fondness for it.
Ali Zafar During School Time
- During his teenage years, he was very introverted.
Ali Zafar As A Teenager
- Before becoming a famous singer, he was part of an underground rock band, which covered Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Black Sabbath, Metallica, The Eagles, and more.
- Talking about his interest in acting and entry into Bollywood, Ali said,
The first time I went to Bombay, I had a feeling that it was all about Bollywood here, and I remember thinking, ‘I wouldn’t mind getting into it one day’, and I finally did. I grew up watching a lot of Mr [Amitabh] Bachchan films, and then there are films like Guide. When I grew up a little bit more, I started seeing Dilip Kumar’s work, and I thought it was amazing.”
- Ali never followed formal training in the field of acting. Talking about acting, he said-
I prepare by studying journalists, watching and learning how they work. Since they are everywhere and most of the time, it is not that difficult. I also took a 10-day acting workshop with Barry John, along with the other actors in the film. I am an intuitive actor and have maintained a casual and natural acting style for the film.”
- After his Bollywood debut in 2010 with the film “Tere Bin Laden,” he received about 40 offers for films. Although his film was a huge success in India, it was banned in Pakistan.
- He met his wife, Ayesha, for the first time in the lobby of the hotel where he worked as a sketch artist.
Ali Zafar with his wife
- His song ‘Dekha’ was featured in the Hollywood movie “Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps (2010),” making him the fourth artist after Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Strings and Atif Aslam to have a song featured in a Hollywood movie.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Ouve_s6i1c
- In 2008, he and his wife Ayesha were kidnapped at gunpoint while they were out for dinner. The couple was released after Ali’s family paid a ransom of PKR 2.5 million to the kidnappers.
- He is a distant relative of Aamir Khan. His father-in-law has a cousin whose mother is a cousin of Aamir Khan’s mother, Zeenat Hussain.
Ali Zafar With Aamir Khan
- She hasn’t done any intimate scenes on screen yet. Even the kissing scene with Aditi Rao Hydari, in the movie “London Paris New York (2012)” was done by her two bodies.
- He was the first choice for the role of ‘Sarmad’ in the 2007 film “Khuda Kay Liye,” but he turned it down due to some personal reasons and the role went to Fawad Khan.
- She is the first Pakistani actress to be nominated for any Bollywood Awards.
- He used to be homophobic. But, after being educated about it, he began to respect everyone’s sexual orientation.
- He is known for his punctuality, professionalism, and discipline in the film industry.
- He has endorsed various brands such as Pepsi, Sony Ericsson, LG, Lux, Head & Shoulders, etc.
- After the 2016 Uri Attack, the Indian Film Producers Association (IMPPA) advised its members not to work with Pakistani artists. During that period, the trailer of ‘Dear Zindagi’ was set to release. But due to ongoing protests against Pakistani artists, Ali remained absent from the film’s trailer.
- He lives in a 4 bedroom villa in Lahore.
Ali Zafar’ Residence
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Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
