Sanam Chaudhry
Pakistani former actress and model (born 1991)
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Sanam Chaudhry (born 27 August 1991)[2] is a Pakistani former actress and model who had appeared in Urdu television series and films. She made her acting debut in a supporting role in Mazung De Meena Sheena (2012).[3] Then, Sanam gained popularity and critical acclaim for her performances in Aasmanon Pay Likha (2013) and Zindagi Tujh Ko Jiya (2016). She is a Hum Awards recipient.[4][5]
Sanam Chaudhry | |
|---|---|
| صنم چوہدری | |
| Born | 27 August 1991 |
| Education | University of Central Punjab |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 2012–2021 |
| Known for | Aasmanon Pay Likha (2013) Ghar Titli Ka Par (2017) Ab Dekh Khuda Kya Karta Hai (2018) Meer Abru (2019) |
| Spouse |
Somee Chohan (m. 2019) |
| Awards | Hum Awards |
She made her film debut in Jackpot (2018).[6] Sanam, also received made her appearances in successful series Ghar Titli Ka Par (2017),[7] Ab Dekh Khuda Kya Karta Hai (2018), Haiwan (2018) and Meer Abru (2017).[8] In August 2021, Chaudhry retired from her acting.[9][10]
Early and personal life
Sanam was born on 27 August 1991 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and she received her graduation in University of Central Punjab.[11] She has a younger sister named Zaib Chaudhry, who is also an actress.[12] On November 27 2019, Chaudhry married singer Somee Chohan.[13] On 5 October 2020, Chohan announced the birth of their son.[14][15][16]
Career
Early work and established actress (2012–2019)
Sanam Chaudhry made her television debut through Mazung De Meena Sheena in a supporting role.[17] In 2013, she portrayed a rich, arrogant girl in melodramatic series Aasmanon Pay Likha[18] alongside Sheheryar Munawar and Sajal Aly the series received critical praise.[19] Then, she made her debut as lead actress in Bhool[20] opposite Sarah Khan and Shehroz Sabzwari and latter she received nomination in Hum Award for Best Soap actress.[21][22]
In 2014, she appeared in the romantic series Mere Meherbaan[23] along with Ayeza Khan and Aagha Ali. Then, chaudhry portrayed as a rich affluent girl in tragedy series Tere Mere Beech with Noor Hassan Rizvi.[24] In 2016, she played as a kind-hearted woman in Zindagi Tujh Ko Jiya opposite Furqan Qureshi, for which she won Hum Award for Best Soap actress.[25]
Sanam became established after portraying as a cunning girl Anji in betrayal friendship series Ghar Titli Ka Par[26] opposite Aiman Khan and Shahzad Sheikh also her performance well-received by audience and gained immense popularity.[27] In 2018, she played as an antagonistic tomboy in Rubaru Tha Ishq[28] opposite Danish Taimoor and Ushna Shah and portrayed as an innocent Maryam in the spiritual series Ab Dekh Khuda Kya Karta Hai[29] alongside Humayun Ashraf and Danish Taimoor in their second collaboration after Ru Baru Ishq Tha. The series also gained more viewership from critics.[30]
In 2018, she appeared in social awareness series Haiwaan[31] opposite Wahaj Ali and Faysal Quraishi also, she garnered nomination for ARY Digital Social Media Drama Awards for Best Actress.[32] Finally, she portrayed as a middle-class girl in Meer Abru[33] along with Noor Hassan Rizvi in their third on-screen appearance and sanam's acting received positive reviews from audiences.[34][35]
Other work and media image
Sanam is also portrayed in various telefilms and appeared as guest in shows. In 2016, she was featured third in "Most Beautiful Faces of 2016".[36] In 2019, chaudhry was placed in "Top 10 Pakistani Drama Actors" list for her performance in Meer Abru.[37] In 2020, she was featured in "Most Memorable Female Characters" list for her performance in Ghar Titli Ka Par and Meer Abru.[38]
Filmography
TV series
Telefilms and Special appearances
| Year | Title | Role | Network | Ref | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Dulha Bana Bakra | Sana | Geo Entertainment | [63] | Telefilm |
| 2014 | Shareek-e-Hayat | Zara | Hum TV | [64] | Episode: "Saraab" |
| 2016 | Kitni Girhain Baaki Hain | Zubia | Hum TV | [65] | Episode: "Jhalli" |
| 2017 | Kitni Girhain Baaki Hain | Meena | Hum TV | Episode: "Taxi Driver" |
Films
Awards and nominations
| Year | Work | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lux Style Awards | ||||
| 2012 | N/a | Best Model of the Year (Female) | Nominated | [68] |
| 2016 | N/a | Best Dressed Female | Nominated | [69] |
| 2019 | Ghar Titli Ka Par | Best TV Actress - Viewer's Choice | Nominated | [70] |
| 2019 | Ab Dekh Khuda Kya Karta Hai | Best TV Actress - Critics' Choice | Nominated | |
| Hum Awards | ||||
| 2015 | Bhool | Best Soap Actress | Nominated | [71] |
| 2017 | Zindagi Tujh Ko Jiya | Best Soap Actress | Won | [72] |
| Pakistan Media Awards | ||||
| 2019 | Ghar Titli Ka Par | Best Actress in Negative Role | Nominated | [73] |
| ARY Digital Social Media Drama Awards | ||||
| 2019 | Haiwan | Best Actor Female (Serial) | Nominated | [74] |
