Mohib Mirza
| Mohib Mirza | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Mohib Mirza 18 August 1979 Karachi, Sindh Pakistan |
| Occupation | Actor, host, model |
| Years active | 1999–present |
| Spouse(s) | Aamina Sheikh (m.2005–present) |
Mohib Mirza (born 18 August 1979) is a Pakistani actor, host and theatre actor best known for hosting the original franchise Pakistan Idol and portraying the main character Ishrat Baji on Aag TV's sitcom Ishrat Baji.
Early life
Mirza did his primary schooling from St Judes in North Nazimabad Town, Karachi. He did his intermediate from Commecs College. When he progressed towards secondary school, he enrolled for drama classes as a hobby; it was not until he went on to do his graduation that he realised his passion for acting.[1]
Career
Mirza started off as a theatre actor in 1999. He was doing Bachelors in Commerce and ran out of funds for the next semester which made him and his friends start a theatre company of their own called Dramaybazz. They wrote and directed an Urdu play One way ticket, which ran in PACC for 7 days receiving an overwhelming response. Mirza managed to raise more than thrice the amount of money he needed.[2]
Mirza made his debut on television in Sahira Kazmi's popular PTV drama serial Zebunnisa,[3] about a girl who becomes the victim of domestic violence.[4] Since then Mirza has acted in numerous television serials, telefilms, sitcoms and TV commercials.[5]
He earned international recognition with his film Insha Allah (2009), winning the award in Best Supporting Actor category at the International Filmmaker Film Festival held in Kent, England.[6][7][8] Mirza is the first Pakistani actor to be awarded at the festival.[9] He is currently producing a pictorial book titled Silent Cinema, with which he wishes to revive Pakistan's film industry. He stated that the title symbolises how the Pakistani cinema is silent and that it needs to show its true potential. The film will star Mirza, with Sanam Baloch, Juggan Kazim, and Sunita Marshall.[10]
Personal life
Mirza is married to famous television actress and model Aamina Sheikh.[11] Their wedding was a three-day event taking place from 30 April to 2 May 2005. Mohib and Aamina met on the sets of a show which Mohib was hosting and Aamina was directing.[12] In an interview given to Jang, Mohib revealed that he had the hardest time convincing Aamina's father and that each meeting with him involved 'extensive grilling'.[12]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Inshallah | Farhan | Kara Film Festival Award for Best Supporting Actor |
| 2011 | Love Mein Ghum | Himself | Special Appearance in song "Love Mein Ghum" |
| 2013 | Seedlings | Raza | Pakistan Media Award for Best Film Actor Nominated – New York Film Festival Award for Best Actor in a Lead Role |
| 2013 | Josh: Independence Through Unity | Aamir | Nominated – Pakistan Media Award for Best Film Actor |
| 2014 | Dukhtar | Sohail | |
| TBA | Bachana | filming | |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Zebunnisa | Aamir | |
| Faisla | |||
| 2000 | Lipton Humsafar | ||
| 2003 | Dunya Hai Dilwalon Ki | ||
| 2004 | Enjoy Kar Ke | ||
| Faasley Gar Hongay Darmayan | |||
| 2005 | Sultanat | ||
| Kehta Hai Dil | Episode: "Bribery & Society" | ||
| 2006 | Jo Bat Ghar Mein Hai | Jehanzaib | |
| Minglish | |||
| Ishrat Baji | Ishrat | ||
| Ranjish Hi Sahi | Shahaab | ||
| Kehta Hai Dil | Episode: "Gender Equality" | ||
| 2007 | Khuda Ki Basti (Remake) | ||
| Koi To Ho | |||
| Qissa-e-Ulfat | Episode: "Ajnabi" | ||
| 2008 | Qissoun ki Chaddar | Nauman - Bakar |
Episode: "Patriyaan" Episode:"Aik Aur Akela" Episode:"Tum Aurat Mein Mard" |
| Saba aur Fareeda | |||
| Grayhan | |||
| Tumhein Yad Karte Karte | |||
| Shehzadi | Sajju | ||
| Dil-e-Nadan | Faisal | Nominated – Lux Style Award for Best TV Actor (Satellite) | |
| Agar Tum Na Hotay | Daniyal | ||
| Boltay Afsanay | Narrator | Episode: "Daayin" | |
| 2009 | Libaas | Shayaan | Episode: "Sattaeeswaan Ghar" |
| H.I.T | Zarak | Episode: "The Hacker" | |
| 2010 | Tumhein Kuch Yaad Hai Jaana | Romi | |
| Phir Se Jeena Seekh Le | |||
| Meray Anganay Main | Sikandar | ||
| Anoushka | |||
| Daam | Cameo | ||
| Hum Tum | Ali | ||
| Nadaaniyaan | One episode | ||
| Love Kay Liye | Mohib | Episode: "Pilot" | |
| White Gold | |||
| Madhosh | |||
| Mera Saaein | Farhad | ||
| Neeli Chattri | Rustam | Episode: "Gairat Case" | |
| Woh Chaar | Afzaal | Episode: "Sidra ki Kahani" | |
| 2011 | ZIP | Raij | |
| Tere Bina | Ali | ||
| Ladies Park | Narrator | ||
| Tootay Huwey Par | Samir | ||
| Roag | Faiq | ||
| 2012 | Hazaron Saal | Mohib | |
| Sabz Pari Laal Kabootar | Anjay/Anjum | ||
| Meray Dard Ko Jo Zuban Miley | Junaid | ||
| Shehr-e-Zaat | Hamza | Hum Award for Best Supporting Actor Nominated – Pakistan Media Award for Best Supporting Actor | |
| Aks | Shahnawaz | ||
| 2013 | Kash Aisa Ho | Shayyan | |
| Shab-e-Arzoo Ka Alam | |||
| Roshni Andhera Roshni | |||
| Yeh Shadi Nahi Ho Sakti | Sikander | ||
| 2014 | Firaaq | Amroze |
Telefilm
| Year | Title | Role | Additional Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Ehteram-e-Muhabbat | ||
| 2004 | Jin Pe Takiya Tha | ||
| Dhundalka | Screened at 4th Kara Film Festival | ||
| Kya Khoya Kya Paaya | |||
| Gurd | |||
| Pyaar Chahiye | |||
| 2005 | Bandar Sher Bakri | ||
| Kafan | |||
| Ward No. 7 | Screened at the 5th Kara Film Festival | ||
| 14 August Telefilm | Independence Day Special | ||
| Roothe Ho Tum | Eid Special | ||
| 2006 | Maut | Screened at 6th Kara Film Festival | |
| Babli Ghar Se Kyun Bhagi | Geo TV | ||
| Ward No. 7 – Ek Naya Din | Sequel of Ward No. 7 telecasted on Aaj TV | ||
| The Butcher | ARY Digital | ||
| Gulabi Sari | TV One | ||
| Blackboard | TV One | ||
| 2007 | Legend of Santa Bakra | Qurbaan Guru | Christmas and Eid-ul-Adha Special, Aaj TV |
| Tohfa | Abrar | Nominated for Best Actor at TVOne Awards | |
| Maid-2 | TV One | ||
| Chinaal | Hum TV | ||
| Adbi Kahaniyaan | Faiz-ud-Deen | Appeared in episode Aulaad, Hum TV | |
| Bey Aasman Sitara | Geo TV | ||
| Kharian Se Kharadar | Independence Day Special, Aaj TV | ||
| Mulaqaat | PTV | ||
| Aik Pakistani Mehman | PTV | ||
| Short Cut | ARY Digital | ||
| Sauda Aur Saudai | Karamat | ARY Digital | |
| Baabu Bhai Ka Bayl | Sallu | Eid-ul-Azah Special | |
| 2008 | Phir Baabu Bhai Ka Bayl | Sallu | Sequel of Baabo Bhai Ka Bayl |
| Zoja Akbar | Akbar | ||
| Baarish mein deewar | Haider Zaman | ||
| Aasman choo lay | Women's Day Special | ||
| Khwaabon kay ameer | |||
| Shanaakht | |||
| Ab kya karain | |||
| 25 kadam par maut | |||
| Sibghat ki dulhan | Sibghat | ||
| Mohandas | |||
| Once upon a time | |||
| Husn-e- Behijaab | Israr Baig | ||
| Raasta | |||
| Suddha Ki Katha | |||
| Billo Ki Eid Ho Gayi | Sikandar | Eid Special | |
| Billo Ka Tickey Kat Gaya | Sikandar | Valentine's Day Special | |
| 2009 | Mout se 2-minute pehle | Screened at 7th Kara Film Festival | |
| Saans | |||
| Zindagi Mein Kuch Life | Mohsin | ||
| Farishta Or Shaitan | Shehanshah | Eid Special | |
| Dus Din | Hamid | Eid Special | |
| Babies Unlimited | Waheed-ud-din | Eid Special | |
| 2010 | Twins | Sajal | |
| Patli Gali | Adil | Eid Speicial | |
| 32 March | Kamran | 23 March Special | |
| I Hate You | Ali | ARY Digital's Anniversary Special | |
| One Way Ticket | Ahmar | Eid-ul-Adha Special | |
| Pyaar Mein Twist | Jimmy | Eid-ul-Adha Special | |
| Mera Mian Bolay Maen | Asif | ||
| 2011 | Inteha | Farhan | |
| 2014 | Kanebaaz | Aslam |
Theater
| Year | Title | Director | Organisation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | One Way Ticket | Yaseen Bizenjo | Dramay Baaz – The Theatre Company for Youth |
| 2003 | Kya Khoya Kya Paaya | Shahid Shafaat | Katha |
| 2006 | Sahib-e-Karamaat – a story by Munto | Munto | Dramay Baaz – The Theatre Company for Youth |
| Hattak – a story by Munto | Munto | Dramay Baaz – The Theatre Company for Youth |
Music work
- Hadiqa Kiani's Saraiki single "Dholan" for album Rung (2004)
- Akhter Qayyum's remix video "Kali Kali Rat Mein" (In darkness of the night), for brand Tulsi, directed by Sohail Javed (2006)
- Abrar-ul-Haq's music video "Nachaan Me Ode Naal" (I will dance with her), for brand Coca Cola Pakistan (2008)
- Call's music video Mere Paas Kuch Nahi (I have nothing), as a mental man (2007)
- Tania and Omer's music video "Tere Liye" (for you), also featured Aamina Sheikh (2009)
See also
References
- ↑ "GT Saga" (PDF). Shobha Ispahani. Goodtimes. Retrieved 5 November 2010.
- ↑ "Perfectionist by nature" (PDF). Seher Zaman. Humsay Magazine. Retrieved 5 November 2010.
- ↑ "Mohib Mirza gets IFF nomination". Dawn News. Retrieved 5 November 2010.
- ↑ "Women of Liberty". Newsline Magazine. Retrieved 5 November 2010.
- ↑ "Mohib Mirza's Biography". Retrieved 5 November 2010.
- ↑ "Festival Winners 2009". Retrieved 5 November 2010.
- ↑ "Mohib Mirza wins Pakistan's first international award". Emoiz.Com. 19 November 2009. Retrieved 11 August 2012.
- ↑ "Chatter: Nominees for the Best supporting actor are" (PDF). Women's own. Retrieved 5 November 2010.
- ↑
- ↑ "Mohib Mirza wants to revive Pakistani films with 'Silent Cinema'". Pakium. Retrieved 24 May 2011.
- ↑ Syed, Madeeha (6 December 2009). "Fashionfrontier: The dance of fashion". Dawn News. Retrieved 5 November 2010.
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 "INSTEP Magazine". Jang.com.pk. Retrieved 11 August 2012.
External links
- Official website
- Mohib Mirza on Facebook
- Mohib Mirza on Twitter
- Mohib Mirza at the Internet Movie Database
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