Ayesha Omer

Ayesha Omer
Ayesha Omer at Ufone Uth Records Press Conference
Native name عائشہ عمر‬
Born (1981-10-12) 12 October 1981
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Nationality Pakistani
Education Beaconhouse School System
Alma mater National College of Arts
Occupation Actress, model, singer, painter
Years active 2006–present

Ayesha Omer (Urdu/Punjabi: عائشہ عمر‬) is a Pakistani actress, model, singer and painter. She is known for her roles as Khoobsurat in Bulbulay,[1] Natasha in Ladies Park,[2] Sara in Zindagi Gulzar Hai,[3] Arzoo in Tanhai and Aleena in Dil Apna Aur Preet Parai.[4] She has established herself as one of the most popular and in-demanded actresses of Pakistan.[5] She is also among the highest-paid actresses of Pakistani television.[6] In recent years, she has been considered as a Style Icon in Pakistan.[7][8]

In 2012, she released her first single "Chalte Chalte" and "Khamoshi" which, although a commercial success in Pakistan, was met with a mixed reaction from critics. Omer went on to win Lux Style Award for Best Album.[9]

She made her film debut in the lead role with successful romantic-comedy Karachi Se Lahore in 2015, followed by a supporting character in war film Yalghaar.[10]

Career

Modeling

Omer started her career as a model. She has done many commercials such as Kurkure, Harpic, Capri, Pantene and Zong. Omer first hosted the show Meray Bachpan Kay Din on PTV at the age of eight.[11] She then hosted Morning show Yeh Waqt Hai Mera on CNBC Pakistan, Rhythm on Prime TV and Hot chocolate on ARY Zauq. In 2018, she participated in New York Fashion Week as Pakistan’s Spokesperson for beauty brand Maybelline.[12]

Acting

Omer made her acting debut with serial College Jeans which aired on PTV, after which she appeared in Geo TV's drama serial Dolly Ki Ayegi Baraat alongside veteran actors like Bushra Ansari, Saba Hameed and Jawed Sheikh. Since 2009, she appears on popular sitcom Bulbulay as Khoobsurat, opposite actor Nabeel. Bulbulay become the most watched sitcom of Pakistan.[13] Following the success of Bulbulay, Omer received strong media coverage and became a household name.[14]

Omer then appeared in PTV serial Dil Ko Manana Aya Nahi opposite Amanat Ali, and Geo TV's drama serial Ladies Park alongside Humayun Saeed, Azfar Rehman, Hina Dilpazeer and Mahnoor Baloch.

In 2012, she was seen in Hum TV's highly successful romantic-drama serial Zindagi Gulzar Hai. She portrayed Sara, a girl with grey shades.[15] In the serial, she played the role of on-screen sister of Fawad Khan. In an interview with The News International, she commented ''Fawad I’ve known since I was in college. We were part of the same underground music scene in Lahore – he was with EP and I was with my college band. We’ve spent some great times and practically grown up together. He was always very cute and very talented. But no, I can never think of him ‘that’ way and I didn’t mind playing his sister at all.''[16]

In 2013, she played the main antagonist called Arzoo in Tanhai on Hum TV. The show was a success.[17]

She was also seen in Geo Kahani's serial Soha or Savera and Hum TV's serial Woh Chaar.[18] Apart from television, she also perform item songs in Pakistani films Love Mein Ghum and Main Hoon Shahid Afridi, both of which were commercially successful.

After becoming a leading actress of Pakistani television, Omer stepped into film industry as a leading role with Wajahat Rauf's road drama film Karachi Se Lahore, in which she was paired opposite Shehzad Sheikh. Upon release, the film received generally mixed reviews from critics.[19][20] The Express Tribune criticized Omer's appearance in the movie and wrote ''There was barely anything for Ayesha Omer in the script, which is why her performance doesn’t get noticed more than a girl wearing a revealing top, in a jeep flooded by guys. Even her item number Tutti Fruity was a touch jittery and certainly not worth the hype.''[21] Although Karachi Se Lahore was not critically well-received, it surprisingly came out as a major box office success, with a total earning of 10 Crore (US$1.0 million) worldwide.[22]

Omer continued to act in television plays after signing few films, and made episodic appearances on Mr. Shamim and Kitni Girhain Baaki Hain 2.

Her next film release was Yalghaar in 2017, in which she played the intense character of Zarmina. Dawn.com describes her character as ''Even more elusive is Ayesha Omer’s purpose on the set. She plays a bride who is kidnapped from her wedding ceremony by Tor Jan (Humayun Saeed) and his terrorists. Her role, if any, is to grieve constantly and have Tor Jan whisper philosophical sayings into her ear. Yalghaar is among the most expensive Pakistani films ever made and the cost of waterproof makeup on Ayesha Omar’s ashen face coupled with an endless cascade of fake tears, have surely contributed their share.''[23] Despite having an ensemble cast including Shaan, Humayun Saeed, Adnan Siddiqui among others, the film failed to garner a high score at box office, and collects around a total income of 20 Crore (US$1.9 million), which was called disappointing as compared to its big budget.[24][25]

In 2018, Omer made a special appearance in film Saat Din Mohabbat In opposite Sheheryar Munawar, which was released in June 2018.[26] Speaking about the film in a press statement, Omer commented, ''I said yes to the movie as soon as I read the script. I absolutely loved the concept of the movie as it is a complete entertainer with a pinch of both comedy and romance.''[27] The film was a box office success.[28]

As of 2018, she will share screen along with Ahsan Khan in television director Amin Iqbal's debut film Rehbra, which is said to be a romantic-comedy.[29][30] Additionally, she will also star in film Kaaf Kangana, which will be directed by Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar.[31]

Music

Omer first sang the song "Man Chala Hai" for her commercial Capri. Then she sang the song "Bhooli Yaadon Mein", title song of her serial Ladies Park and "Manjali" title song of Geo TV serial Manjali. She also sang the songs "Aoa" and "Tu Hi Hai".

In 2012, Omer released two album "Chalte Chalte" and "Khamoshi" for which she won Lux Style Awards for Best Album, and in 2013 she released her third album "Gimme Gimme". In 2013, she gave her voice for an old classical song named "Laage Re Nain" and another fusion song "Miyan Ki Malhar" for Coke Studio Pakistan (Season 6).

Painting

A Fine Arts graduate from NCA, she said that, even before acting and modelling, painting and singing were her first passions and career choices.[32]

Personal life

In December 2015, Omer and her co-star Azfar Rehman met with a road accident. The actors were reportedly travelling from Karachi to Hyderabad when the accident occurred.[33] According to a source, another vehicle collided into their car, causing the car to swerve off the road and fall into a ditch. After recovering from injury, Omer told media:

''My entire life flashed in front of my eyes as I held onto my seat waiting to be hit by a truck.''[34]

Filmography

Key
not released yet Indicates not released yet

Films

Year Film Role Notes
2011Love Mein GhumHerselfSpecial appearance in song "Love Mein Ghum"
2013Main Hoon Shahid Afridi Special appearance in song "Beautiful Night"
2015Karachi Se LahoreMaryamAlso playback singer for "Tutti Fruiti"
2017YalghaarZarmina
2018 Saat Din Mohabbat In Tipu's unnamed partner Special appearance[35][36]
2018Kaaf Kangana not released yetTBAFilming[37]
2018Rehbra not released yetTBAFilming (Directed by Amin Iqbal)[38][39]
TBAWaar 2 not released yetTBAFilming[40]
2019Karachi se Lahore 3Maryam

Television

Year Serial Role Channel
2000Kollege Jeans[41] SabahatPTV
Kaun (Psycho Thriller Appeared in EP 2 & 6)SaniaSTN
2006Kuch Lamhe Zindagi Kay MishiGeo TV
2006 Muthi Bhar Aasman PTV
2008–2017, 2018–presentBulbulay KhoobsuratARY Digital then on BOL Entertainment
2009Meri Zaat Zarra-e-Benishan HerselfGeo TV
2010Dolly Ki Ayegi Baraat Sila
2011Ladies Park Natasha
2012Dil Ko Manana Aya Nahi NoorPTV
2012Woh Chaar MeherHum TV
2012–2013Zindagi Gulzar Hai Sara
2013Tanhai Arzoo
2014Soha Aur Savera SohaGeo Kahani
2014Meri Guriya (Telefilm) Qurat-ul-AinARY Digital
2015Mr. Shamim Sidra NiaziHum TV
2015Miss You Kabhi Kabhi Noor HassanHum Sitaray
2016Mera Dard Bayzuba SohaGeo TV
2016Kitni Girhain Baaki Hain 2 Special appearance (Episode 2)Hum TV

Reality shows

YearSerialRoleChannel
2002–2003Meray Bachpan Kay Din HostPTV
2005–2006Rhythm Prime TV
2010–2011Yeh Waqt Hai Mera CNBC Pakistan
2012–2012Hot Chocolate ARY Zauq

Discography

YearSongNotes
2010"Man Chala Hai"Song for commercial Capri
"Aoa"Music Video
"Tu Hi Hai"
2011"Bhooli Yaadon Mein"Theme song of serial Ladies Park
"Manjali"Theme song of serial Manjali
"Ye Kya Hua"Theme song of serial Uraan
2012"Chalte Chalte"Music Video
"Khamoshi"Video Album
Lux Style Award for Best Album
2013"Gimme Gimme"Music Video
"Laage Re Nain"Sung at Coke Studio Pakistan (Season 6)
"Miyan Ki Malhaar"
2015"Tutti Fruiti"Sung for the film Karachi se Lahore

Awards and nominations

Year Nominee/work Award Result Ref
Lux Style Awards
2013 Khamoshi Best Video Album Won
ARY Film Awards
2016 Karachi Se Lahore ARY Film Award for Best Actress Nominated [42]
ARY Film Award for Best Star Debut Female Won
International Pakistan Prestige Awards
2017 Style Icon of the Year Female Won [43]
[44]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Bulbulay Cast & Crew". TV.com.pk. Retrieved 6 January 2016.
  2. ↑ "Ladies Park Cast & Crew". Retrieved 6 January 2016.
  3. ↑ "Zindagi Gulzar Hai (2012–2013) Series Cast & Crew". IMDB. Retrieved 6 January 2016.
  4. ↑ "Dil Apna Preet Parai Urdu 1 Drama Serial". TV.com.pk. Retrieved 6 January 2016.
  5. ↑ "Top 10 Pakistani Actresses and Female Models 2016". Super Web Portal. 2015-04-07. Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  6. ↑ "Top 10 Highest Paid Pakistani Actresses/Models 2017 | BestStylo.com". www.beststylo.com. Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  7. ↑ "Pakistani films successfully attracting people towards cinemas: Ayesha - Entertainment - Dunya News". Dunya News. Retrieved 2018-04-29.
  8. ↑ "Style Icon: Ayesha Omar - The Express Tribune". The Express Tribune. 2013-04-13. Retrieved 2018-03-18.
  9. ↑ "Haters will always hate, says Ayesha Omar". The Express Tribune. Group work. Retrieved 30 December 2014.
  10. ↑ "Yalghaar's new poster features Ayesha Umer in an intense look - Entertainment - Dunya News". dunyanews.tv. Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  11. ↑ "Style Icon: Ayesha Omar". The Express Tribune. Sidrah Moiz Khan. Retrieved 30 December 2014.
  12. ↑ "Ayesha Omar to attend New York Fashion Week". www.pakistantoday.com.pk. Retrieved 2018-03-18.
  13. ↑ Abdurab, Adi (2014-09-08). "Is 'Bulbulay' bad for comedy?". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2018-03-18.
  14. ↑ Khalid, Eefa (2011-04-04). "Bulbulay: A slapstick comedy". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2018-03-18.
  15. ↑ Mishra, Rashmi (2014-07-16). "Zindagi Gulzar Hai: Top 7 reasons why this Pakistani serial is a big hit!". India.com. Retrieved 2018-03-18.
  16. ↑ ""I can't believe a tiny clip could make people so judgemental." — Ayesha Omar | TNS - The News on Sunday". tns.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 2018-03-18.
  17. ↑ "Overnights: 'Tanhai' on Hum TV leads Saturday UK ratings". BizAsia | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Events and Music. 2017-08-27. Retrieved 2018-03-18.
  18. ↑ http://style.pk/full-biography-of-ayesha-omer/
  19. ↑ "Karachi se Lahore: A one-man show of hilarity". Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  20. ↑ "'Karachi Se Lahore': a long but uneventful journey - The Express Tribune". The Express Tribune. 2015-07-30. Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  21. ↑ "'Karachi Se Lahore': a long but uneventful journey - The Express Tribune". The Express Tribune. 2015-07-30. Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  22. ↑ "Karachi Se Lahore Lifetime Business Pakistan | Box Office Detail". Box Office Detail. 2015-10-15. Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  23. ↑ Talat, Faraz (2017-06-28). "Patriotism isn't enough to save Yalghaar from its weak plot". Images. Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  24. ↑ Staff, Images (2017-07-08). "Yalghaar fared better than Mehrunisa V Lub U over Eid, say cinema owners". Images. Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  25. ↑ ""پنجاب نہیں جاؤں گی" رواں سال کی کامیاب فلم قرار". Dunya Urdu. Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  26. ↑ NewsBytes. "Ayesha Omar joins the cast of Saat Din Mohabbat In". www.thenews.com.pk. Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  27. ↑ NewsBytes. "Ayesha Omar joins the cast of Saat Din Mohabbat In". Retrieved 2018-07-05.
  28. ↑ "'7 Din Mohabbat In' rules box office". The Nation. 2018-06-20. Retrieved 2018-07-05.
  29. ↑ Haq, Irfan Ul (2016-11-18). "Ayesha Omar and Ahsan Khan to star in upcoming rom-com Rehbra". Images. Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  30. ↑ "Ahsan Khan, Ayesha Omer to star in upcoming romantic-comedy - The Express Tribune". The Express Tribune. 2016-11-18. Retrieved 2018-03-17.
  31. ↑ Sarym, Ahmed (2018-04-11). "Ayesha Omar's latest project Kaaf Kangana is an intense romance". Images. Retrieved 2018-07-05.
  32. ↑ Saadia Qamar (30 November 2010), "Ayesha Omar: The adorable, ambitious artist", The Express Tribune. Retrieved 7 October 2018.
  33. ↑ "Ayesha Omar, Azfar Rehman injured in car accident near Karachi - The Express Tribune". The Express Tribune. 2015-12-18. Retrieved 2018-03-18.
  34. ↑ "A brush with death: Ayesha Omar, Azfar Rehman recount horrific car crash - The Express Tribune". The Express Tribune. 2016-01-28. Retrieved 2018-03-18.
  35. ↑ NewsBytes. "Ayesha Omar joins the cast of Saat Din Mohabbat In". Retrieved 2018-07-05.
  36. ↑ Staff, Images (2017-10-31). "Ayesha Omar, Hina Dilpazeer join the cast of Saat Din Mohabbat In". Images. Retrieved 2018-07-05.
  37. ↑ Sarym, Ahmed (2018-04-11). "Ayesha Omar's latest project Kaaf Kangana is an intense romance". Images. Retrieved 2018-07-05.
  38. ↑ http://www.hipinpakistan.com/news/1151151/ahsan-khan-and-ayesha-omer-have-signed-a-movie-together
  39. ↑ http://www.hipinpakistan.com/news/1151163/im-a-lawyer-by-education-but-an-actor-by-birth-says-sarish-khan-miss-pakistan-usa
  40. ↑ "Did you know? Sana Bucha and Ayesha Omar to make big screen debut". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 30 December 2014.
  41. ↑ "6 Pakistani comedy shows that need to make a comeback". DAWN. 31 May 2015.
  42. ↑ Rozina Bhutto (18 April 2016). "Who won what at the ARY Film Awards 2016". HIP. Retrieved 21 April 2016.
  43. ↑ "International Pakistan Prestige Awards Nominations Revealed!". Brandsynario. 11 September 2017. Retrieved 18 September 2017.
  44. ↑ Iman Zia (18 September 2017). "Here's Why Every Pakistani Celebrity Is In London Right Now". MangoBaaz. Retrieved 18 September 2017.
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