Shahzad Sheikh is a popular Pakistani television and film actor. He is the son of legendary Pakistani actor and director, Javed Sheikh. Shahzad is known for his performances in Dreamers, Annie Ki Ayegi Baraat, Qurban, Mohabbat Tumse Nafrat Hai, Khudparast and Tabeer.
Wiki/Biography
Shahzad Sheikh was born on Sunday, 26 September 1982 (age 38 years; in 2020) in Patoki, Punjab province of Pakistan. His zodiac sign is Libra. Shahzad Sheikh attended a local school in Okara for his primary and secondary education. He was not fond of acting in his childhood but while growing up he developed his interest in acting, hence, he decided to improve his acting skills before entering the industry and went to New York Film Academy, USA to pursue a professional degree in Degree in acting and filmmaking methods.
Childhood photo of Shahzad Sheikh
Physical appearance
Height (approx): 5′ 7″
Weight (approx): 70 Kg
Body Measurements (approx): 38-34-14
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Family
Shahzad Sheikh belongs to a Muslim family in Pakistan.
Parents & Siblings
Shahzad was born to Jawed Sheikh and Zeenat Mangi. His father, Jawed Sheikh, is a popular Pakistani actor, director, and producer and his mother, Zeenat Mangi, is a television actress. He is the nephew of Saleem Sheikh and Behroze Sabzwari.
Shahzad Sheikh with his father
Shahzad Sheikh with his mother
He has a younger sister, Momal Sheikh who is also a television and film actress. He is Shehroz Sabzwari’s cousin.
Shahzad Sheikh with his sister Monal
Shahzad Sheikh with his cousin Shehroz Sabzwari
Wife & Children
On Friday, December 28, 2012, Shahzad Sheikh got married to Hina Mir, in Karachi, Pakistan. The couple is blessed with two children; one man (old man) and one woman. They named their son Shahmir Sheikh and their daughter Anaya Sheikh.
Shahzad Sheikh with his wife and children
Career
acting
Television
Shahzad Sheikh started his acting career in 2011 with AAG TV daily soap ‘Dreamers’ where he played the lead character ‘Mickey’ and got a lot of fame for it. Next in 2012, she appeared in Geo TV’s daily serial Kis Ki Ayegi Baraat fourth season ‘Annie Ki Ayegi Baraat’ as ‘Annie’ where she shared the screen with Alishba Yousuf, Bushra Ansari, Hina Dilpazeer, Javed Sheikh, and Samina Ahmed. In the same year, he again appeared in the lead role for the Geo serial, ‘Mi Raqsam as Zeeshan’ which proved to be a turning point for his acting career.
Shahzad Sheikh improved his acting skills with each passing role and grabbed many opportunities to work. She has been a part of many popular shows like Halki Si Khalish, Bhabhi, Wafa Na Ashna, Vasl e Yaar, Ghar Titli Ka Par, Choti Choti Batain, and many more.
Telefilm
Shahzad Sheikh started working in telefilms in 2012 and first appeared in ‘Family Man’ playing the role of Mikaal. Shahzad has appeared in various telefilms including Youn Hum Miley, Eid Wid Pyar Vyar, Kahin pol Na Khul Jaye, Han Qabool Hai, Breakup Ke Baad, and Bholay Bhalay Saiyan. ‘Main Kukko Aur Woh’ was one of his most successful projects which also received the Hum Award for Best Television Movie 2014.
Movie
In 2013, Shahzad Sheikh made his Lollywood debut with Syed Ali Raza Usama’s Pakistani sports film ‘Main Hoon Shahid Afridi’ where he appeared in the supporting role of Pakistani cricketer ‘Mikaal Qureshi’ opposite Humayun Saeed, Mahnoor Baloch, Noman Habib, Javed Sheikh, and Nadeem Baig. Next, Shahzad Sheikh became a part of the romantic comedy film ‘Karachi Se Lahore’ where he played the lead role of ‘Zaheem’ opposite Ayesha Omer and Javed Sheikh. The film was released in June 2018 and was a commercially successful project.
Shahzad Sheikh is still from his debut film Main Hoon Shahid Afridi
Film Production
Shahzad Sheikh made his debut as a film producer in 2018 with the Pakistani revenge thriller film co-written and directed by his father Jawed Sheikh.
Award
- Nominated for a Hum Award for “Best On-Screen Couple” for Choti Si Zindagi (2017)
- Nominated for Hum Award for “Best Popular Actor” for Tabeer (2018)
- Nominated for a Hum Award for “Best On-Screen Couple” for Tabeer (2018)
Signature
Signature of Shahzad Sheikh
Bicycle Collection
- Harley Davidson Street Bob
Shahzad Sheikh poses with Harley Davidson Street Bob
- Street Harley Davidson 750
Shahzad Sheikh on his Harley Davidson Street 750
Favorite Things
- Cast: Fahad Mustafa, Muneeb Butt
- Sports People: Cristiano Ronaldo
Facts/Trivia
- Shahzad during his childhood used to go to shootings with his father and thought of acting as a very boring job.
- Shahzad Sheikh was born into a family with a film background, with his father, Javed Sheikh, a legendary Pakistani actor and director. Born into such a start-up family, Shahzad is often called a product of nepotism. When asked about the trolling, Shahzad said,
I don’t get any advantage in the industry. In fact, it became an additional pressure for me to match my father’s level of acting. I couldn’t get there because my father has more than 45 years of experience. I’m just a newbie compared to him. I still struggle because of the added pressure.”
- During an interview with the talk show, The After Moon Show, Shahzad Sheikh referred to Amitabh Bachchan as his favorite personality in the entire world.
- Shahzad Sheikh is associated with many Charities and NGOs. He actively participated in cleaning and plantation drives.
Shahzad Sheikh planted trees while driving a farm
- Shahzad Sheikh was honored to perform Umrah with his parents and sister Monal Sheikh. Shahzad via Instagram shared a photo of himself with his family in the holy land of Mecca, after which many fans and celebrities congratulated him for performing Umrah.
Picture of Shahzad Sheikh with his family at the holy place of Mecca
- Shahzad’s favorite quote is
The cave you are afraid to enter holds the treasure you are looking for.”
- Shahzad Sheikh has an interest in reading literature and he is a fan of the Persian poet, Rumi.
Shahzad Sheikh’s Instagram post
- Shahzad is a big fan of the Pakistan cricket team and is often seen supporting the team by wearing the Pakistan cricket team jersey.
Shahzad Sheikh with his father and son wearing Pakistan cricket team jersey
- Shahzad is a bike lover and enjoys riding bikes. He also owns a small collection of several super bikes.
- Shahzad Sheikh enjoys a fan following of more than 790k followers on his Instagram account.
Categories: Biography
Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
