Zafri Khan (ﻇﻔﺮﯼ ﺧﺎﻥ; born 25 November 1980) is a Pakistani actor and comedian.[1] Born in Punjab (Faisalabad). He is best known for his work in Pakistan theatre, based in Lahore. He also has a successful career in television and films. Khan is famous for his Slapstick comedy. He has acted with a number of other comedians including Nasir Chinyoti, Murtaza Hassan, Naseem Vicky, Amanullah, Babu Baral, Sohail Ahmad, Iftikhar Thakur, Anwar Ali, Tariq Teddy and Sakhawat Naz.[2]
Zafri Khan | |
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| Born | 25 November 1980 |
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| Comedy career | |
| Medium | Stand-up, television, film |
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| Notable works and roles | Chal Mera Putt 2 Khabardaar |
Early life
editCareer
editEarly work
editZafri Khan started his career from Pakistan Theatre. His acclaimed theatre career has continued to flourish and he is now regarded as one of the most popular stage actors.[4]
2010s: Established star
editIn 2016, Khan participated in Indian comedy competition show called Mazaak Mazaak Mein. He hosted a talk show called Afra Zafri on 24 News HD in 2018. Khan portrayed the role of Advocate Bilal in Punjabi movie Chal Mera Putt 2[5] His performance in the film was well received by critics.[6][7]
2020s: Khabardaar
editKhan joined Comedy satire Show, Khabardaar on Express News in 2021 after Honey Albela left the show.[citation needed]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Lahoria | ||
| 2019 | Run Mureed | ||
| 2020 | Chal Mera Putt 2 | Advocate Bilal Randhawa | |
| 2021 | Chal Mera Putt 3 | Advocate Bilal Randhawa | |
| 2022 | Aaja Mexico Challiye | ||
| 2023 | Sardaarji 3 | Akram Manager |
Reality shows
edit| Year | Show | Role | Notes | |
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| 2016 | Mazaak Mazaak Mein | Contestant | ||
| 2018 | Afra Zafri | Host | ||
| 2021 | Khabardaar | Various roles |
Theatre
edit- Unknown year : Mithiyan Shrartan
- Unknown year : Dhumka
- Unknown year : Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
- Unknown year : Dil Da Bazar
- Unknown year : Butt Te Bhatti
- Unknown year : Pagli
- Unknown year : Chan Da Tota
References
edit- ^ Zafri Khan – Pakistani Stage Actor, archived from the original on 18 February 2010, retrieved 10 December 2009
- ^ "Ammy Virk, Nasir Chinyoti, Zafri Khan Are Shooting for Hun Ni Mud'de Yaar in Wales". www.punjabipollywood.com. Retrieved 12 March 2021.
- ^ "Zafri Khan". punjabifilm.in. Retrieved 16 December 2023.
- ^ "Stage actor Zafri Khan among two injured in car accident - Entertainment - Dunya News". dunyanews.tv.
- ^ "Garry Sandhu to Zafri Khan; Meet the new additions to 'Chal Mera Putt 2' cast". The Times of India. 27 February 2020.
- ^ "Chal Mera Putt 2 Movie Review: This Sequel Makes The Franchise Even Better". 14 March 2020.
- ^ "Garry Sandhu to Zafri Khan: Meet the new additions to 'Chal Mera Putt 2' cast". Times of India.
External links
edit- Zafri Khan at IMDb