Imran Abbas
Imran Abbas | |
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| Born | Syed Imran Abbas Naqvi October 15, 1982 Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, model |
| Years active | 2003–present |
| Known for | Roles in Khuda Aur Mohabbat, Dil-e-Muztar, Alvida, Creature 3D |
Syed Imran Abbas Naqvi (born 15 October 1982), widely recognized by his stage name Imran Abbas, is a Pakistani actor and model predominantly known for his work in Urdu-language television dramas and films.
His acting career commenced in 2003 with the television serial Umrao Jaan Ada. He achieved significant acclaim portraying Hammad Raza in the 2011 spiritual-romantic drama Khuda Aur Mohabbat, a role that proved pivotal in advancing his professional journey.
Abbas is particularly celebrated for his performances as Adeel in Dil-e-Muztar (2013), which garnered him a nomination for Best Actor Popular at the Hum Awards, and as Hadi Salman in Alvida (2015), where he shared the Best On-Screen Couple award with co-star Sanam Jung. Other prominent works include Akbari Asghari (2011), Mera Naam Yousuf Hai (2015), Tum Kon Piya (2016), Mohabbat Tumse Nafrat Hai (2017), and Koi Chand Rakh (2018).
In 2014, Abbas ventured into Bollywood, featuring opposite Bipasha Basu in Vikram Bhatt's horror thriller Creature 3D, followed by a role in the film Jaanisaar.
Early life and education
Born on 15 October 1982 in Islamabad, Abbas comes from a family originally rooted in Uttar Pradesh, India, who migrated following the partition of 1947. He is the youngest among six siblings, with his father serving as a civil engineer for the government. Growing up amid an artistic atmosphere, Abbas developed interests in painting from the age of four, alongside pursuits in singing and composing Urdu poetry. His household was frequently visited by distinguished Urdu poets such as Parveen Shakir and Ahmad Faraz.
He pursued architectural studies at the National College of Arts, Lahore, drawn to its fusion of artistic creativity and engineering principles. Before enrolling at NCA, he also received training in classical music.
Pakistan
Abbas launched his professional path at twenty years old as a model and made his television debut with Umrao Jaan Ada (2003). Since then, he has appeared extensively across dramas, telefilms, soap operas, and feature films.
India
His Bollywood debut occurred in 2014 when he starred alongside Bipasha Basu in Vikram Bhatt's Creature 3D, earning a nomination for Best Male Debut at the Filmfare Awards. In 2015, he acted in Jaanisaar, directed by Muzaffar Ali, featuring opposite Pernia Qureshi.
Films
- All films listed are primarily in Urdu unless otherwise specified.
| Year | Title | Character | Country | Remarks |
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| 2013 | Anjuman | Asif Ali | Pakistan | Feature film debut |
| 2014 | Creature 3D | Karan Malhotra / Kunal Anand | India | Hindi-language film |
| 2015 | Jaanisaar | Prince Amir Haydar | Hindi-language film | |
| 2016 | Ae Dil Hai Mushkil | Dr. Faisal Khan | Hindi-language film; Cameo appearance | |
| Abdullah: The Final Witness | Abdullah | Pakistan | ||
| 2018 | Azad | Faris | Special guest role | |
| 2024 | Jee Ve Sohneya Jee | Ali Pervaiz | India | Punjabi-language production |
Drama series
| Year | Title | Role | Broadcast Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Umrao Jaan Ada | Nawab Sultan | Geo Entertainment |
| 2006 | Koi Lamha Gulab Ho | Shahryar | Hum TV |
| Piya Ke Ghar Jana Hai | Amaan | ARY Digital / StarPlus | |
| 2007 | Sarkar Sahab | Balaaj | ARY Digital |
| Man-O-Salwa | Jamal | Hum TV | |
| Wilco | Asim | PTV Home | |
| 2008 | Sun Leyna | Maqsood | ARY Digital |
| Abhi Abhi | Bilal Baig | ||
| Woh Rishtey Woh Natey | Asad | Geo Entertainment | |
| 2009 | Malaal | Jawad Ibrahim | Hum TV |
| Mujhe Apna Bana Lo | Azaan Ahmed | ||
| Meri Zaat Zarra-e-Benishan | Haydar Abbas | Geo Entertainment | |
| 2010 | Mujhe Hai Hukum-e-Azaan | Fahad Abdullah | Hum TV |
| Noor Bano | Agha Murash | ||
| Mera Naseeb | Moeez Hayat | ||
| 2011 | Khuda Aur Muhabbat | Hammad Raza | Geo Entertainment |
| Akbari Asghari | Akbar | Hum TV | |
| 2012 | Teri Meri Dosti | Rafay | |
| 2013 | Dil e Muztar | Adeel | |
| 2015 | Alvidaa | Hadi Salman "HS" | |
| Aitraaz | Wajdaan | ARY Digital | |
| Mera Naam Yousuf Hai | Yousuf Ahmed | A-Plus TV | |
| 2016 | Tum Kon Piya | Ramish Hasan | Urdu 1 |
| 'Khuda Aur Muhabbat 2' | 'Hammad Raza' | rowspan="3"| Geo Entertainment | |
| '2017' | 'Mohabbat Tumse Nafrat Hai' | 'Waqar Ahmed' | |
| '2017' | 'Yaar-e-Bewafa' | 'Zayd Ahmed' | |
| '2018' | 'Noor ul Ain' | 'Khizar' | rowspan="2"| ARY Digital |
| '2018' | 'Koi Chand Rakh' | 'Zayn Abrar' | |
| '2019' | 'Darr Khuda Say' | 'Shahvez' | Geo Entertainment |
| '2020' | 'Jo Tu Chahey' | 'Hashir Abbas' | Hum TV |
| '2020' | 'Thora Sa Haq' | 'Zamin Ahmed' | ARY Digital |
| '2021' | 'Amanat' | 'Zarrar' | |
| '2023' | 'Ehraam-e-Junoon' | 'Shayan "Shaani"' | Geo Entertainment |
| '2023' | 'Tumhare Husn Ke Naam' | 'Sikandar' | Green Entertainment |
| '2024' | 'Dil Ka Kya Karein' | 'Aryan Khan' | Green Entertainment |
| '2024' | 'Mehshar' | 'Mir Abdur Rahman' | Geo Entertainment |
Guest appearances
| Year | Drama/Show | Character/Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Azar Ki Ayegi Baraat | Himself |
| 2010 | Vasl | Nabeel |
| 2012 | Main Manto | Talochan Singh |
Telefilms
rowspan="2"|2006 rowspan="2"|2008 Shadi Aur Tum Say? Sami Dekh Kabira Roya Kabir Raati Masha Tola Jamaal Musafir Sikandar Chahat Tanveer I Love You Zara Zayn| Year | Title | Role |
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| 2005 | A Love Story | Shahreyar |
| Chook | Salman | |
| Kyun Pyaar Nahi Milta | Sunny | |
| 2007 | Tum Kahan Mai Kahan | Zayn |
| Sheer Khurma | Ali | |
| Abdullah | Abdullah | |
2009
Dil Deewana Ayan |
Other appearances
201217th PTV Awards Host Alongside Saba Qamar rowspan=2 2014Big Star Entertainment Awards Host With Sunil GroverComedy Nights with Kapil Guest Appearance Promoted film Creature 3D, with Bipasha Basu. rowspan=5 2015Tonite with HSY Guest Appearance Featured with Sanam Jung. Subh-e-Pakistan Guest Appearance Broadcast on Geo TV. Good Morning Zindagi Guest Appearance Promoted drama series Mera Naam Yousuf Hai, alongside Maya Ali. Jago Pakistan Jago Guest Appearance Promoted drama serial Alvidaa.Ramzan Kareem Host Special Ramzan transmission aired on ATV. rowspan=2 2016Raat Chali Hai Jhoom Ke Host Presented musical program. Mehmaan Nawaaz Host Eid special episode; later hosted by Ayeza Khan. rowspan=4 2017Eid Show with Imran Abbas and Saba Qamar Host For Dunya News; co-hosted with Saba Qamar. Good Morning Pakistan by Nida Yasir Guest Appearance Eid special featuring Kubra Khan, Sadia Khan, Hira Tareen, Sumbul Iqbal, Momal Sheikh. Kon banegi Imran Abbas ki Dulhania Guest Appearance - Mazaaq Raat Guest Appearance Appeared with Fizi Khan. rowspan=4 2018Jago Pakistan Jago Guest Appearance New Year special episode. The After Moon Show Guest Appearance Featured alongside Reema Khan. Good Morning Pakistan by Nida Yasir Guest Appearance Promoted drama series Noor ul Ain.Ehed-e-Ramzan Host Ramzan special aired on Express Entertainment. rowspan=3 2019Ehed-e-Ramzan Host Continued Ramzan transmission hosting duties. Speak Your Heart With Samina Peerzada Guest Appearance Season 2 Episode 24. Bol Nights with Ahsan Khan Guest Appearance Appeared alongside Reema Khan. rowspan=2 2020Good Morning Pakistan with Nida Yasir Guest Appearance Promoted drama serial Thora Sa Haq, with Ayeza Khan. Conversations with Sonia Rehman Guest Appearance - Baran e Rehmat - Ramzan Transmission Host Held in Istanbul, Turkey; featured cast of 'Diriliş: Ertuğrul' and prominent Turkish actors.| Year | Program/Event | Role/Function | Co-hosts or Notes |
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Discography
| Year | Track Title | Vocalist(s) | Album or Project Name |
- rowspan=2 style="text-align:left;" | 2015 | "Sher Dil Shaheen" | Rahat Fateh Ali Khan | Sher Dil Shaheen |
- | "Tu Mera Nahi" | Himself | Mera Naam Yousuf Hai |
- | 2016 | "Khuda Aur Mohabbat" | Himself | Khuda Aur Muhabbat |
- | 2017 | "Peyam Aaye Hain" | Himself | Yaar-e-Bewafa |
- | 2018 | "Allah Hu Allah Hu" | Alongside Aima Baig | Ehed-e-Ramzan |
- | 2020 | "Soniye" | Himself | Kashmir Beats |
- | 2021 | "Qaseeda Burda Shareef" | Himself | Qaseeda Burda Shareef |
- | 2024 | "Gul Azro Khata" | Himself | Gul Azro Khata |
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Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Outcome |
- 2004 || 3rd Lux Style Awards || Best Model of the Year (Male) || — || Nominated |
- rowspan=4 style="vertical-align: middle;"| 2014 || rowspan=4 style="vertical-align: middle;"| 2nd Hum Awards || Best Actor Popular || rowspan=4 style="vertical-align: middle;"| Dil-e-Muztar || Nominated |
- || Best Actor || Nominated || - || Best On-screen Couple Popular (with Sanam Jung) || Nominated || - || Best On-screen Couple (with Sanam Jung) || Nominated || - 2015 || Filmfare Awards || Best Male Debut || Creature 3D || Nominated || - rowspan=3 style="vertical-align: middle;"| 2016 || rowspan=3 style="vertical-align: middle;"| 4th Hum Awards || Best On-screen Couple Popular (with Sanam Jung) || rowspan=3 style="vertical-align: middle;"| Alvida || Won || - || Best On-screen Couple (with Sanam Jung) || Won || - || Best Actor Popular || Nominated || - 2017 || 17th Lux Style Awards || Best TV Actor || Khuda Aur Mohabbat 2 || Nominated || |
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See also
- Ayeza Khan – Collaborated on projects including Tum Kon Piya, Mohabbat Tumse Nafrat Hai, Koi Chand Rakh, telefilm Dekh Kabira Roya, and drama serials like Thora Sa Haq.
- Ayesha Khan – Shared screen space in productions such as Mujhe Apna Bana Lo, telefilm ‘’Abdullah’’, and ‘’Man-O-Salwa’’.
- Fawad Khan – Worked together on ‘’Akbari Asghari’’ and Bollywood film ‘’Ae Dil Hai Mushkil’’.
- Sanam Jung – Co-starred in ‘’Dil-e-Muztar’’ and ‘’Alvida’’.
External links
- Pakistani male TV actors
- Pakistani male fashion models
- Actors in Urdu-language films
- Actors in Urdu television dramas
- Muhajir community
- 21st-century male Pakistani vocalists
- 21st-century Pakistani singers
- Individuals from Islamabad
- Alumni of National College of Arts
- Born in 1982
- Pakistani male actors working abroad in India
- Male performers in Hindi cinema
- Living people