Alizeh Shah | |
|---|---|
علیزہ شاہ | |
| Born | June 9, 2002[1][2][3] |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2016–Present |
| Known for | Ehd-e-Wafa |
| Awards | Hum Awards |
Alizeh Shah (born 9 June 2000) is a Pakistani actress and model known for her roles in Urdu-language television dramas.
She began her career early, appearing in a television commercial at age six before debuting in acting with the 2018 drama Dil Mom Ka Diya. Her breakthrough came with the role of Palwasha in Ishq Tamasha (2018), earning her the Hum Award for Best Television Sensation and critical acclaim for her natural performance. Subsequent notable television appearances include Ehd-e-Wafa (2019), where she portrayed Captain Dr. Dua Saad, and serials such as Hoor Pari (2019), Mera Dil Mera Dushman (2020), and Taana Baana (2021), which contributed to her rising popularity in Pakistan's entertainment industry. She ventured into film with Superstar (2019).
In 2025, Shah publicly alleged experiencing harassment, withheld payments, toxic work environments, and informal blacklisting by production houses after refusing certain industry practices, prompting responses including a public apology from host Juggun Kazim over past mockery of her 2021 ramp walk fall. She has also addressed leaked images and personal scandals that altered her public image, expressing regret over bold content shared earlier in her career. These disclosures highlight ongoing challenges for actors in Pakistan's drama sector, where she claims systemic issues have impacted her professional opportunities.
Early Life
Family background and Upbringing
Alizeh Shah was born on 9 June 2000, in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan, where she spent her early years. As the only child of her parents, she has no siblings, a detail she has shared in interviews emphasising her close-knit family dynamic. The names and professions of her parents remain undisclosed in public records, reflecting her deliberate effort to shield her family's privacy from media scrutiny. Raised in Karachi, Shah has described her upbringing as relatively sheltered, with a strong bond to her father, whom she credits for personal support, while her mother occasionally accompanied her to professional commitments. Her introverted personality, noted across multiple profiles, influenced a low-profile childhood focused on family rather than public exposure prior to her entry into advertising at age six.
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