Zhalay Sarhadi is a Lollywood actress known for her unfiltered honesty, undeniable talent, and passionate advocacy.
With a career that seamlessly intertwines acting, modeling, and former VJ stints, she has left an indelible mark on the screens. Renowned for her notable performances in series like “Uraan,” “Aks,” “Madiha Maliha,” “Digest Writer,” “Rang Laaga,” “Nazo,” and the recent hit “Yaar Na Bichray,” she continues to captivate audiences with her versatility.
But Zhalay is not just a face on the screen; she’s a force to be reckoned with. In 2018, her stellar performance in the film “Chalay Thay Sath” earned her a nomination at the prestigious Lux Style Awards. Her journey commenced as an actress and seamlessly evolved into the world of modeling, gracing magazines like “Libaas” and dazzling the runway with her presence.
Adding cinematic charm to her repertoire, she made a splash in the film industry, featuring in the 2015 hit “Jalaibee” and, more recently, in Kashan Admani’s directorial debut, “Carma – The Movie” in 2022.
Beyond the glitz and glamour, she shares familial ties with the esteemed actor Khayyam Sarhadi, and she is the granddaughter of Zia Sarhadi. In her personal life, she is happily married to Amir Anees, and together they share the joy of parenthood with their adorable daughter.
Her journey, a testament to her resilience, reveals her multifaceted self: a loyal friend, a dedicated artist, and a woman unafraid to break societal norms.
In a culture often shrouded in silence, she fearlessly tackles controversial topics, shattering taboos with her outspoken approach.
On Frieha Altaf’s FWhy podcast, she bared her soul, weaving a tapestry of personal experiences, showcasing both her vulnerability and strength.
Zhalay bravely shared her struggles with miscarriages, revealing the stark contrast between her blissful first pregnancy and the traumatic misdiagnosis and procedure she endured during her second. She opened up about her ongoing battle with hypothyroidism, a physical and emotional consequence of these experiences.
Beyond personal struggles, she also sheds light on the pressures faced by women in the entertainment industry, particularly concerning body image. Addressing body dysmorphia, she emphasized the inherent nature of her condition, dispelling the myth of bullying as the sole cause.
She exposed the industry’s narrow beauty standards, where height, complexion, and hair texture often trump individuality. The Carma diva recounted witnessing models pressured to alter their appearance, facing absurd demands to undergo unnecessary procedures despite already being slender.
On the work front, she was last seen in “Guru”, “Daurr” and “Hadsa.”
