Fawad Khan

Pakistani actor and singer from 'Humsafar'

Fawad Khan - Pakistani actor and singer from 'Humsafar'
Born

November 29th, 1981
43 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Pakistan

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Born in 1981, this individual is an actor, model, and singer from Pakistan. His career began in the television industry, where roles in popular dramas such as 'Humsafar' gained significant popularity. Besides television, he ventured into film, appearing in movies like 'Khoobsurat' and 'Kapoor & Sons'. As a musician, he was a part of the rock band Entity Paradigm, contributing to the band's rise in the early 2000s. This individual has received several awards for acting and has been recognized for contributions to both television and film.

Played Ashar in 'Humsafar'

Starred in 'Khoobsurat'

Appeared in 'Kapoor & Sons'

Sang with rock band Entity Paradigm

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