Zafri Khan
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 |
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]
Early life
[edit]Zafri Khan was born in Punjab on 25 November.[3]
Career
[edit]Early work
[edit]Zafri 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
[edit]In 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
[edit]Khan joined Comedy satire Show, Khabardaar on Express News in 2021 after Honey Albela left the show.[citation needed]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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