Yumna Zaidi

Acting

Yumna Zaidi

Born July 30, 1989 · Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan (age 36)

Yumna Zaidi (born July 30, 1989) is a Pakistani actress and occasional poet. Known for her portrayal of plucky and quirky characters across Urdu television and film, she is the recipient of seven Lux Style Awards, a record for any actress, and two Hum Awards.

Known For

NAYABNAYAB · 2024
NAYAB
2024
MovieDramaFamily
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Karachi, where cricket is more than just a game – it's a lifeline
Gori Ki DukaanGori Ki Dukaan · 2018
Gori Ki Dukaan
2018
MovieComedyDrama
Gori Ki Dukaan, is a Pakistani Telefilm which aired on TV One on the day of Eid 2018.
Shaadi ImpossibleShaadi Impossible · 2019
Shaadi Impossible
10.02019
MovieRomanceComedy
It is the story of girl Raina. Her mother is died when she was young and she is raised by her single father and grand-mother. Raina after the completion of studies, doesn't want to get married. As a result of pressure from her family, she keeps some not so easy conditions for the marriage. The family arranged her appointment with Zaid, a well settled guy, whose mother is divorced. Both liked each other. The family settled the relation. After a series of consequences, it appears that marriage is fixed among their single parents Kabir and Mehar and not their childrens.
Tere BinTere Bin · 2022
Tere Bin
6.52022
SeriesDrama
Life takes an unexpected turn for Meerab and Murtasim, as they are bound to face each other. As they fight the battles of ego, hate and self respect with each other, will they understand their true feelings for each other?
Dekh Zara Pyar SeDekh Zara Pyar Se · 2026
Dekh Zara Pyar Se
2026
SeriesDramaComedy
Dekh Zara Pyar Se is a heartfelt love story about two guarded souls shaped by loss and distance. Romaila, raised away from her parents after their separation, grows up valuing independence over emotional dependence. Zoraiz Ali Khan, an ambitious advertising professional who lost his parents young, believes in discipline, dignity, and meaningful relationships. As family expectations and life-altering decisions surround them, fate slowly draws their worlds together. Will love become their strength or their greatest test?
ParizaadParizaad · 2021
Parizaad
9.02021
SeriesDrama
Based on Hashim Nadeem’s novel of the same name, the titular protagonist is born in unfortunate circumstances – a poor family of eleven people and dark skin. In a society obsessed with fair skin, he finds himself in start contrast with his name (lit. fairy's child)
Rewind with Samina PeerzadaRewind with Samina Peerzada · 2017
Rewind with Samina Peerzada
10.02017
Series
Each episode features a Pakistani celebrity interviewed by Peerzada about their journeys, struggles, challenges and success.
Sinf-e-AahanSinf-e-Aahan · 2021
Sinf-e-Aahan
2021
SeriesDrama
Six fearless, passionate and opinionated women from diverse backgrounds defy convention to join the Pakistan Army and strive to establish themselves as valuable leaders and assets.

Movies

NAYABNAYAB · 2024
NAYAB
2024
MovieDramaFamily
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Karachi, where cricket is more than just a game – it's a lifeline
Gori Ki DukaanGori Ki Dukaan · 2018
Gori Ki Dukaan
2018
MovieComedyDrama
Gori Ki Dukaan, is a Pakistani Telefilm which aired on TV One on the day of Eid 2018.
Shaadi ImpossibleShaadi Impossible · 2019
Shaadi Impossible
10.02019
MovieRomanceComedy
It is the story of girl Raina. Her mother is died when she was young and she is raised by her single father and grand-mother. Raina after the completion of studies, doesn't want to get married. As a result of pressure from her family, she keeps some not so easy conditions for the marriage. The family arranged her appointment with Zaid, a well settled guy, whose mother is divorced. Both liked each other. The family settled the relation. After a series of consequences, it appears that marriage is fixed among their single parents Kabir and Mehar and not their childrens.

TV Shows

Tere BinTere Bin · 2022
Tere Bin
6.52022
SeriesDrama
Life takes an unexpected turn for Meerab and Murtasim, as they are bound to face each other. As they fight the battles of ego, hate and self respect with each other, will they understand their true feelings for each other?
Dekh Zara Pyar SeDekh Zara Pyar Se · 2026
Dekh Zara Pyar Se
2026
SeriesDramaComedy
Dekh Zara Pyar Se is a heartfelt love story about two guarded souls shaped by loss and distance. Romaila, raised away from her parents after their separation, grows up valuing independence over emotional dependence. Zoraiz Ali Khan, an ambitious advertising professional who lost his parents young, believes in discipline, dignity, and meaningful relationships. As family expectations and life-altering decisions surround them, fate slowly draws their worlds together. Will love become their strength or their greatest test?
ParizaadParizaad · 2021
Parizaad
9.02021
SeriesDrama
Based on Hashim Nadeem’s novel of the same name, the titular protagonist is born in unfortunate circumstances – a poor family of eleven people and dark skin. In a society obsessed with fair skin, he finds himself in start contrast with his name (lit. fairy's child)
Rewind with Samina PeerzadaRewind with Samina Peerzada · 2017
Rewind with Samina Peerzada
10.02017
Series
Each episode features a Pakistani celebrity interviewed by Peerzada about their journeys, struggles, challenges and success.
Sinf-e-AahanSinf-e-Aahan · 2021
Sinf-e-Aahan
2021
SeriesDrama
Six fearless, passionate and opinionated women from diverse backgrounds defy convention to join the Pakistan Army and strive to establish themselves as valuable leaders and assets.
Zara Yaad KarZara Yaad Kar · 2016
Zara Yaad Kar
10.02016
SeriesFamilyDrama
The story of Mahnoor, who is committed to Hadi, but feels caged in the relationship. On the other hand, Uzma is in love with Hadi, but he is unaware. What will the future hold?
Dar Si Jaati Hai SilaDar Si Jaati Hai Sila · 2017
Dar Si Jaati Hai Sila
7.52017
SeriesDrama
A shying and fearing girl along with her mother are being victimized by funny-yet-clever hypocrite. As the story goes further, the mother informs her daughter that she had been once the wife of hypocrite and has also son from him and that is the reason why he annoys them both. As story unfolds, the people may not trust him anymore as they are unaware of this fact.
Pyar Ke SadqayPyar Ke Sadqay · 2020
Pyar Ke Sadqay
2020
SeriesDrama
The story of a young love between two social misfits.
Qarz-E-JaanQarz-E-Jaan · 2024
Qarz-E-Jaan
2024
SeriesDrama
Qarz-E-Jaan follows the story of Nashwa, a young woman whose life is marked by unforeseen struggles that lead her into a fierce battle for justice. Challenged by external forces, familial dynamics and inner conflicts, Nashwa embodies resilience as she confronts the darkness that threatens to consume her.
Dil Kiya KarayDil Kiya Karay · 2019
Dil Kiya Karay
10.02019
SeriesFamilyDrama
Armaan and Saadi are inseparable best friends who love each other to death like brothers. Aiman comes from America and Armaan falls in love with her. However Saadi begins to like Aiman as well and Aiman begins to like Saadi as well, causing Armaan to corner his feelings for her and this causes him to dislike his own mother who has been against Aiman and has been very cunning, which was coming in front of his eyes finally.
Ishq Zahe NaseebIshq Zahe Naseeb · 2019
Ishq Zahe Naseeb
7.02019
SeriesDrama
A girl agrees to marry a man because of familial obligations. However, she realises that her husband has a split personality and that life with him is not going to be easy.
Yeh Raha DilYeh Raha Dil · 2017
Yeh Raha Dil
2017
SeriesDramaComedy
Yeh Raha Dil is a popular Pakistani romantic comedy-drama that follows Hayat, an optimistic, self-reliant young woman, and Zaki, a carefree man determined to be a chef.
JugnooJugnoo · 2015
Jugnoo
10.02015
SeriesFamilyDrama
Series narrates the story of a young and fun-loving girl Jugnoo, who had lost her father at an early age. She along with her mother Shah Jahan, lives with her maternal aunt Jahangir. Despite facing a lot of troubles and hardships in her life, Jugnoo always proves to be confident and jolly girl.
Ishq-E-LaaIshq-E-Laa · 2021
Ishq-E-Laa
9.02021
SeriesDrama
Driven by diverse ambitions, three individuals from various socio-economic backgrounds find their lives intertwined as fate plays a sly game.
Ullu Baraye Farokht NahiUllu Baraye Farokht Nahi · 2013
Ullu Baraye Farokht Nahi
10.02013
SeriesDramaFamily
The story revolves around a 20 year old student Aasiya Yaqoob, who falls in love with her Teacher Sir Chouhan. Although Sir Chouhan has never encouraged Aasiya’s bold initiatives, Aasiya’s advances continues. The story takes a sudden turn, when Aasiya’s father dies. Before his death, Aasiya’s father marries his son and daughter to his brother’s daughter and son respectively. Aasiya’s life turns upside down. The story emphasis on the plight of women in a male-dominated society. In order to find peace and solace, a typical woman turns to spiritual healers (Peers).
InkaarInkaar · 2019
Inkaar
10.02019
SeriesDrama
Inkaar revolves around the plight and suffering of a brave university student Hajra, her battle against powerful and corrupt opposition and the flawed justice system. Once an energetic and socially active person, Hajra has become frightened and detached. Will saying "no" cost her her own life? Or will she regain the strength to fight her battles.