Early Life and Education
Hiba Qadir, better known as Hiba Bukhari, was born on April 10, 1988, in Karachi, Pakistan, to a Sindhi family. She completed her F.Sc from Jinnah Government College in Nazimabad. Her early life in Karachi laid the foundation for her future career in the entertainment industry.
Career Beginnings and Initial Success (2015-2018)
Artist Hiba Bukhari: A Journey to Stardom Hiba Bukhari began her acting career in 2015 with a recurring role in Syed Mohammad Ahmed’s “Teri Meri Jodi.” Her early performances included a supporting role in the highly-rated series “Choti Si Zindagi” in 2016, where she played a cunning neighbor. This role helped her gain initial recognition in the industry.
In 2017, Hiba landed her first leading role as the titular character Bano in Geo TV’s “Bholi Bano,” alongside Syed Jibran and Arez Ahmed. The series was highly rated and marked a significant step in her career. The same year, she played a poverty-stricken working woman in Hum TV’s soap opera “Thori Si Wafa,” a role that earned her the Hum Award for Best Soap Actress at the 6th Hum Awards.
Her role in “Silsilay” (2018) as a mischievous college student opposite Junaid Khan brought her further recognition, followed by a leading role in “Haara Dil” opposite Danish Taimoor.
Breakthrough with Deewangi (2019-2020)
In 2019, Hiba starred as a girl-next-door character in Geo TV’s “Ramz-e-Ishq.” However, her major breakthrough came with the role of a headstrong bus hostess in the hit series “Deewangi,” where she appeared alongside Danish Taimoor. This role earned her a Lux Style Award nomination for Best Television Actress and solidified her place in the industry.
In 2020, she reunited with Syed Jibran and Arez Ahmed in “Tarap,” playing a damsel in distress. This performance showcased her versatility as an actress.
Experimenting with Roles and Continued Success (2021-Present)
In 2021, Hiba took on diverse roles, starting with a married woman with a complicated past in “Fitoor” opposite Faysal Quraishi and Wahaj Ali. She then appeared in “Inteha e Ishq” and “Berukhi,” though these roles did not garner as much attention.
2022 was a significant year for Hiba. She played a determined Pashtun medical student in Geo TV’s “Meray Humnasheen,” and her performance as a mother of two seeking a divorce in Hum TV’s “Pehchaan” received critical acclaim. She also starred alongside her real-life partner, Arez Ahmed, in “Ishq Nahin Aasan.”
In 2023, Hiba appeared as the spoiled daughter of a rich father in “Tere Ishq Ke Naam” and as a strong-headed school teacher in “Jhok Sarkar.” Her roles showcased her ability to handle a wide range of characters, from spoiled to strong-willed.
Recent Projects and Ongoing Success
In 2024, Hiba continued to captivate audiences with her performances. She starred in Geo Entertainment’s “Jaan Nisaar” alongside Danish Taimoor, a reunion for the “Deewangi” duo. The series and her character were well-received by audiences. Additionally, she appeared in ARY Digital’s “Radd,” playing a lead role with Sheheryar Munawar Siddiqui and Arslan Naseer.
Personal Life
Artist Hiba Bukhari: A Journey to Stardom Hiba Bukhari keeps her personal life relatively private but is known for her close relationships with her co-stars and her family. Her journey from a young girl in Karachi to one of the leading actresses in Pakistan’s entertainment industry is a testament to her talent and hard work.
