Introduction:
The tall, fair, pleasant-looking Punjabi guy stole the hearts of every Pakistani through his brilliant performances. Dashing and handsome, Affan Waheed with his deep eyes and baritone voice, Affan personifies Prince Charming at its best. A shy and introverted person, Affan came into acting accidentally. His fans would agree that it was a wonderful accident though.
Personal Life:
Affan Waheed’s father was in the Pakistan Air Force. Consequently, he has traveled a lot across the country during his childhood enriching his experience. He has lived in Gujranwala, Islamabad, and Sargodha, finally settling in Lahore. His mother was a homemaker. He has two sisters and a brother. Affan completed his graduation from the prestigious college of Lahore, NCA. He has a keen interest in all forms of art, be it poetry, painting, music, and acting. He has also worked as an RJ and is fond of singing.
Affan got married in 2015 in a private ceremony. However, the couple could not resolve their problems and ended in divorce in one year. Affan recalls it as a dark phase in his life. He went into severe depression and struggled a lot to find peace.
Career:
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Affan began as a model and RJ. His first drama as an actor was Tere Pehlu Mein on Geo TV. The soap serial was a blockbuster hit. It went on air for four years. Audiences loved Affan’s performance as Faris. Next, he performed in the epic drama serial, Dastaan alongside a stellar cast. It was one of the most beloved dramas not only in Pakistan but across borders too. People loved the sizzling chemistry between Affan and Sanam Baloch in the drama, Roshan Sitara. However, the character that became a household name across the country was Badar from Do Bol. The couple of Affan and Hira Mani garnered a lot of love and appreciation from the fans. Another hit series by Affan Waheed was Guzarish in which he essayed the character of Saad. Apart from dramas, Affan has appeared in numerous telefilms too.
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Affan believes in using his craft and work to create awareness about social issues. He asserts that in today’s world of social media, celebrities’ voice reaches the masses as fast as lightning. So he feels it is their responsibility to pick projects that address useful causes. Hence he feels proud to be part of projects such as Iltija and Baydardi that addressed social issues such as AIDS and raising children with Down syndrome. Similarly, the drama serial Pardes highlights the problems faced by couples who sacrifice themselves to live up to the expectations of their families as the husband heads abroad to earn a living while the wife stays with the in-laws.
Dramas:
Affan Waheed has done extensive work on the silver screen. Here are some of his popular dramas and telefilms.
| Tere Pehlu Mein | Dastaan | Kaafir |
| Meray Qatil Meray Dildaar | Roshan Sitara | Kohar |
| Saari Bhool Hamari Thi | Nazdeekiyan | Saaru Bhool Hamari Thi |
| Ladon Mei Pali | Aik Pal | Jeena Dushwar Sahi |
| Tumsey Mil Ke | Guzarish | Aye zindagi |
| Neelam Kinarey | Bheegi Palkein | Hasratein |
| Judaai | Rab Raazi | Meher aur Meherbaan |
| Tum Milay | Khamoshi | Baydardi |
| Dukh Kam na Hongey | Shehnai | Pardes |
| Bandish 2 | Dhoka |
Telefilms:
| Khana Khud Garam Karo | Shadi Impossible | Dadi ka Damad |
| Hangor S-131 |
Conclusion:
Affan has evolved as one of the finest actors to grace Pakistan television. He has worked in more than 35 dramas, entertaining the masses thoroughly. He has received appreciation for his hard work and dedication. He won the ARY Digital People’s Choice Award for Best Actor category.