Mashal Khan (actress)
Mashal Khan | |
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| Born | Mashal Tariq Khan |
| Education | Karachi Grammar School, McGill University |
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| Years active | 2017–present |
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Mashal Khan (Urdu: مشال خان) is a Pakistani actress who gained popularity by playing the role of "Kinza" in the serial Suno Chanda (2018), which proved to be the breakthrough for her.[1][2][3][4]
Early life and education
Born and raised in Karachi, Khan attended Karachi Grammar School before pursuing a degree in mathematics at McGill University in Canada, where she was also actively involved in theatre during her studies.[5]
Acting career
In 2019, she appeared in Suno Chanda 2, a sequel to Suno Chanda and reprise her role of Kinza, which was her acting debut and earned her fame.[6] The same year, her other notable roles include that of the antagonist in Mere Humdam[7] and as Sonia in Khaas.[8] She also appeared as host in travel guide show Amazing Nordics at Hum TV.
Other work
Digital finance advocacy and cryptocurrency
Khan has recently gained attention for her active involvement in the finance, especially fintech, as well cryptocurrency spaces. She launched dedicated YouTube and Instagram platforms where she shares educational content aimed at young audiences and newcomers to the crypto market. Through short videos and commentary, Khan explains various aspects of digital assets, blockchain, and market trends in an informal and candid style tailored for the general public.[9]
Personal life
Khan was engaged to actor Ali Ansari since 2017.[10][11][12] Later, in 2020, their relationship suddenly ended.[13]
Filmography
Television series
| Year | Title | Role | Network | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Suno Chanda | Kinza Jalal Khan | Hum TV | |
| 2019 | Mere Humdam | Paras | Antagonist[14] | |
| Khaas | Sonia | |||
| Suno Chanda 2 | Kinza Sheheryar | |||
| Amazing Nordics | Herself | Travel show host | ||
| Thora Sa Haq | Hareem | ARY Digital | Antagonist[15] | |
| 2020 | Dikhawa | Huma | Geo Entertainment | Episode 27 |
| Dulhan | Annie | Hum TV | ||
| 2021 | Khwaab Nagar Ki Shehzadi | Meera | ARY Digital | |
| Ajnabi Humsafar | Alizay | Sab TV | [16] | |
| Parizaad | Lubna | Hum TV | ||
| Qissa Meherbano Ka | Fari | |||
| 2022 | Saaya 2 | Pinky | Geo Entertainment | |
| Hasrat | Noor | ARY Digital | ||
| 2023 | Pyari Mona | Zee | Hum TV | [17] |
| Kacha Dhaga | Maya | [18] | ||
| Ab Meri Bari | Soniya | Aan TV | ||
| Mein Kahani Hun | Najma | Express Entertainment | ||
| Ehsaan Faramosh | Nawal | ARY Digital | ||
| College Gate | Zara | Green Entertainment | ||
| Jaisay Aapki Marzi | Natalia | ARY Digital | ||
| 2024 | Raaz | Annie | Green Entertainment | |
| Pagal Khana | Tina | |||
| Yaar-e-Mann | Sara | |||
| Duniyapur | Aiman | [19] |
Telefilm
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Future Imperfect | Zeest |
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Sisters In Arms | Rashida Kavhar | Urdu | Lead Role - Short film |
| 2020 | Bridge | YouTuber | Lead Role - SeePrime (Short film) digitally released[20] | |
| 2021 | Ajnabi | Misha | Lead Role - SeePrime (Short film) digitally released | |
| 2023 | Teri Meri Kahaniyaan | Amna | Lead Role |
Web series
| Year | Title | Role | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Lifafa Dayan | Alina Ali | Urdu | Released on "Urdu Flix"[21] |
References
- ^ Haider, Sadaf (7 June 2018). "Comedy serial Suno Chanda provides welcome relief during a dull drama season". DAWN. Retrieved 8 June 2019.
- ^ "Suno Chanda makes the choice for women yet again – marriage trumps education and career". The Express Tribune. 20 June 2018. Retrieved 8 June 2019.
- ^ "Farhan Saeed thanks fans for showering love on 'Suno Chanda'". Pakistan Today. Retrieved 8 June 2019.
- ^ "11 things you probably didn't know about Mashal Khan". Hum News. 14 November 2018. Retrieved 8 June 2019.
- ^ SD Editor (May 7, 2025). "Mashal Khan [Interview]". Social Diary Magazine. Archived May 24, 2025.
- ^ "Suno Chanda is back". The Nation. 7 May 2019. Retrieved 8 June 2019.
- ^ Siddiqui, Mishaal (25 February 2019). "The OST Of Gohar Mumtaz, Sarah Khan starrer 'Mere Humdam' is beautiful!". HIP. Retrieved 8 June 2019.
- ^ "Drama serial 'Khaas' is an intertwined story of four people". Daily Times. 21 April 2019. Retrieved 11 June 2019.
- ^ Kashif, Warsha (February 2025). "Pakistani Crypto Influencers You Need to Follow Now". Brandsynario. Retrieved May 24, 2025.
- ^ Fatima, Nayab. "Ali Ansari shared picture with his fiancée Mishal Khan". Aaj News. Retrieved 15 May 2019.
- ^ "Mashal Khan - Surfing The High Tide | Interview - MAG THE WEEKLY". Mag – The Weekly. Retrieved 8 June 2019.
- ^ "Mashal Khan Biography, Dramas". Pakistani.pk. 2 July 2020.
- ^ "Mashal Khan opens up about breakup rumours with Ali Ansari". 24 News HD. 17 October 2020. Retrieved 17 October 2021.
- ^ "TV's new favourites | Instep | thenews.com.pk". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 5 June 2020.
- ^ "Mashal Khan challenges her acting skills in Thora Sa Haq". The Nation. 23 October 2019. Retrieved 19 November 2019.
- ^ "Mashal Khan stars in Ajnabi Humsafar". nation.com.pk. 22 April 2021.
- ^ "Sanam Jung makes her television comeback in 'Pyari Mona' opposite Adeel Hussain". Daily Times. 19 January 2023.
- ^ "New Show Spotlight: 'Kacha Dhaga' on Hum TV". Biz Asia. 8 February 2023.
- ^ "SPOTLIGHT: THE BADLANDS OF DUNIYAPUR". Dawn Newspaper. 22 September 2024.
- ^ "Hamzah Tariq Jamil, Mashal Khan star in short film 'Bridge'". Samaa TV. 14 September 2020. Archived from the original on 15 September 2020.
- ^ "I felt like I was a heroin addict: Mashal Khan opens up about how Lifafa Daayan affected her". Dawn News. 12 January 2024.