Mehwish Hayat
Biography
Mehwish Hayat is a Pakistani singer, model, and actress born on January 6, 1988, in Karachi, Pakistan. She primarily works in Urdu films and television and is recognized as one of the highest-grossing actresses of her country. International audiences best know her for her supporting role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe television series Ms. Marvel, which was released in 2022. In 2019, the Government of Pakistan honored her with the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz. Her career includes twenty-eight known acting credits listed on her professional profile, reflecting her extensive work across television and film.
Career overview
Mehwish Hayat is a Pakistani singer, model, and actress born on January 6, 1988, in Karachi, Pakistan. She primarily works in Urdu films and television and is recognized as one of the highest-grossing actresses of her country. Throughout her career, she has accumulated 28 known acting credits in movies and television shows.
International audiences best know her for her supporting role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe television series Ms. Marvel, which was released in 2022. In addition to her acting work in television and film, her contributions have been formally recognized by the Government of Pakistan. In 2019, she was honored with the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz.
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29 titles- Zombeid (2026)
- Pakistan's Got Talent (2026) as Judge
- Dayan (2025) as Nihaal
- Dayan (2025) as Nihaal/Misha
- Ijazat (2024) as Rubab / Lina
- Kitni Girhain Baqi Hain (2023)
- Teri Meri Kahaniyaan (2023)
- Ms. Marvel (2022) as Aisha
- London Nahi Jaunga (2022) as Zara
- Enaaya (2019) as Enaaya
- Chhalawa (2019) as Zoya
- Baaji (2019)
- Load Wedding (2018) as Meerab
- Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2 (2018) as Marina; Sherry's wife (voice cameo)
- 3 Bahadur: Rise of the Warriors (2018) as Erma
- Voice Over Man (2017) as Herself
- Punjab Nahi Jaungi (2017) as Amal Dastoor
- Dil Lagi (2016) as Anmol
- Actor in Law (2016) as Meena Screwala
- Jawani Phir Nahi Ani (2015) as Marina
- Tonite with HSY (2014) as Herself
- Na Maloom Afraad (2014) as Billi (Special Appearance)
- Ishq Mein Teray (2013) as Aiza
- Kabhi Kabhi (2013) as Eeshal
- Akhri Barish (2011)
- Daam-e-Mohabbat (2011)
- Mudhouse and The Golden Doll (2011)
- Coke Studio (2008) as Herself
- Lux Style Awards (2002) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Mehwish Hayat best known for?
Mehwish Hayat is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Zombeid (2026), Ms. Marvel (2022), Coke Studio (2008).
When and where was Mehwish Hayat born?
Mehwish Hayat was born on January 6, 1988 in Karachi, Pakistan.
How many credits does Mehwish Hayat have?
Mehwish Hayat has accumulated over 29 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2002 to 2026.
What is Mehwish Hayat's background in cinema and television?
Mehwish Hayat is a Pakistani singer, model, and actress born on January 6, 1988, in Karachi, Pakistan. She primarily works in Urdu films and television and is recognized as one of the highest-grossing actresses of her country. International audiences best know her for her supporting role in the Marvel Cinematic Univers...