1. Mahmood Rahman (1982)

Guitarist

Guitarist best known as a former member of the popular Pakistani rock band Overload. He is also the President of the mixed martial arts organization the PAKMMA Fighting Alliance.

2. Sami Khan (1980)

Tv Actor

Pakistani actor who shot to fame after landing roles in dramas such as Dil Se Dil Tak, Sitam, Chaap, Apne Huye Paraye, Tootey Huwey Per, Maaye-Ni, Main Gunehgar Nahi, and...

3. Iman Ali (1980)

Pakistani Actress

Model and actress who played Maryam in the 2007 film Khuda Kay Liye, winning the Lux Style Award for Best Actress.

4. Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi (1980)

Tennis Player

Tennis player who has been ranked as the top male Pakistani player in the world. He became Pakistan's most successful doubles player ever with wins at events like the 2010...

5. Rahma Ali (1988)

TV Actress

Television star most well known for her portrayal of Sonia in the series Nail Polish. She is also well known as the sister of film actress Iman Ali. 

6. Kamran Akmal (1982)

Cricketer

Right-handed batsman who has represented his native Pakistan at events like the World Twenty20 and Cricket World Cup. In domestic cricket, he has played for teams like Barisal Burners.

7. Umar Akmal (1990)

Cricketer

Batsman who made his ODI debut for Pakistain in August 2009. He has scored over 4,000 runs in first-class cricket and has played domestically for teams like the Khulna Royal...

8. Tahir Shah (1966)

British Author Journalist And Do

Famous for his humorous travel memoirs Trail of Feathers, In Search of King Solomon's Mines, and The Caliph's House, he is also well known for his book reviews and journalistic...

9. Shaan Shahid (1971)

Pakistani Actor Screenwriter And

Recipient of more than fourteen Nigar awards, among other honors for his exceptional acting. His films include 2013's Waar and 2014's Operation 021.

10. Ahmed Shehzad (1991)

Cricketer

Opening batsman who has played domestically for teams like the Lahore Lions. Internationally, he won a ICC World Twenty20 title with Pakistan in 2009.

11. Babar Azam (1994)

Pakistani Cricketer

Right-handed batsman who's represented Pakistan in Test, ODI, and T20 competition. He tied a world record by scoring his first 1,000 ODI runs in only 21 innings and set a...

12. Yash Chopra (1932)

Indian Film Director

An Indian film director, scriptwriter, and film producer, mostly working in Hindi Cinema.

13. Prem Chopra (1935)

Indian Actor

Known for his Filmfare Award-winning performance in the 1976 Hindi thriller Do Anjaane and for his numerous other Bollywood villain roles, this popular actor appeared in more than 300 films...

14. Ambika Soni (1942)

Indian Politician

From 2009 until 2012, this Indian National Congress party member served as her country's Minister of Information and Broadcasting. She also served for many years in the Rajya Sabha, the...

15. Mohammad Yousuf (1974)

Cricket Player

Batsman who debuted for the Pakistani international squad in 1998. He was named Test Player of the Year in 2007.

16. Goher Mumtaz (1981)

World Music Singer

Pakistani musician, singer, songwriter, composer, guitarist, and actor. He is best known for being one of the founding members of the rock band Jal. 

17. Wasim Akram (1966)

Pakistani Cricketer

Former Pakistani fast bowler who took 414 Test wickets in his career, most all-time for his country. He was inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame in 2009.

18. Shekhar Kapur (1945)

Indian Film Director

Indian director of the internationally recognized film Elizabeth and its sequel The Golden Age.

19. Kabir Bedi (1946)

Actor

Proficient Bollywood actor who is probably best known as the antagonist Gobinda to James Bond in the Bond film Octopussy.

20. Reema Khan (1971)

Movie Actress

Lollywood film actress who has appeared in over 200 films since her career began in 1990. She has also served as a director and producer on films like Koi Tujh...

21. Nawaz Sharif (1949)

Pakistani Politician

Pakistani politician who was a member of the Pakistan Muslim League before taking office as the Prime Minister of Pakistan for the fourth time in June 2013.

22. Syed Noor (1951)

Pakistani Film Director

One of the premier directors in Pakistan who was credited with revitalizing the Lollywood industry with films like Jeeva and Ghoongat.

23. Sajal Ali (1994)

Pakistani Actress Model

Model and star of several television serials and telefilms. Between 2011 and 2015, she averaged between five and seven serials to star in per year. She made her film debut...

24. Abdul Razzaq (1979)

Cricket Player

Pakistani all-rounder who led Pakistan to its first-ever ICC World Twenty20 title in 2009. In domestic cricket, he has played for teams like the Melbourne Renegades and Hyderabad Heroes.

25. Farhan Saeed (1984)

Pakistani Singer

Pakistani singer known for his time as lead singer of the pop rock band Jal. He left the band in Fall 2014 to pursue a solo singing career.

26. Samina Peerzada (1955)

Pakistani Actor

Television and movie actress who also worked as a director. Her films include Dil, Diya, Dehleez and Shehr-e-Zaat.

27. Vasay Chaudhry (1981)

Actor

Screenwriter, actor, producer and director who became best known for writing Pakistani sitcoms. He has also written some popular films including 2013's Main Hoon Shahid Afridi and 2015's Jawani Phir Nahi Ani.

28. Zameer Rizvi (1981)

Musician

Canadian singer and guitarist who has become famous for his politically-charged songs, many of which critique aspects of Middle Eastern society. He has won acclaim with singles like "Glory of...

29. Wahab Riaz (1985)

Crciketer

Pakistani left-arm fast bowler who has been known to bowl at speeds as high as 99 miles per hour. He has played for Chittagong Kings in Bangladesh Premier League and...

30. Azhar Ali (1985)

Cricketer

Pakistani right-handed batsman who has played for Pakistan in Test and ODI cricket. He began playing domestic cricket for hims home town Lahore Eagles in 2011.

31. Imran Abbas Naqvi (1982)

Pakistani Actor And Model

Pakistani actor famous for his starring role in the Geo TV series Khuda Aur Muhabbat, Naqvi is also notable for his performance as Asif in the 2013 Lollywood (Pakistani film...

32. Maya Ali (1989)

TV Actress

VJ, television actress, and model known for her roles in such popular Pakistani series as Aik Nayee Cinderella and Durr-e-Shahwar. She founded the clothing brand MAYA Pret-a-Porter.

33. Diya Ali (1992)

Pageant Contestant

Beauty pageant winner and model who is known for having been crowned Miss Pakistan in 2017. The following year she was selected to participate in the Miss Super Globe event after several...

34. Hassan Syed (1992)

Pop Singer

Rapper who goes by the name F1rstman. He's known for the songs "Round & Round," "Vertel Me," and "BOEMBOEM."

35. Saba Hameed (1957)

Actress

Known best for her television roles as Sumbal and Suhaai in, respectively, Family Front and Mastana Mahi, this popular Pakistani actress also appeared as Mrs. Haroon in the acclaimed Lollywood...

36. Momina Mustehsan (1992)

Pop Singer

Pakistani singer-songwriter who became one of the most influential Pakistani artists initially as a cover artist before debuting original music as a lead artist and co-singer. She made her Coke...

37. Zubab Rana (1988)

TV Actress

Pakistani actress who is known for her recurring roles on several television programs. She is best recognized for having played Aleena on the series Mere Khudaya as well as Hania...

38. Sana Askari (1988)

Model

Pakistani model and actress who played the role of Ayesha in the 2011 TV show Ladies Park. She has also appeared in shows like Daagh and Woh Dobara.

39. Kiran Haq (1988)

TV Actress

Actress who has risen to fame for her career in Pakistani TV, including as Sobia on the TV drama Khaali Haath. In 2018, she began starring in the Pakistani Hum TV...

40. Sunita Marshall (1982)

Model

Instagram star and model who is known for posting a mix of both modeling content and lifestyle posts. She can often be seen attending different fashion shows and other beauty...

41. Meesha Shafi (1981)

Sound

Screen actress and singer who appeared in the Bollywood movie, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, in 2013, and in the popular Pakistani film, Waar, 2013. She received much attention and praise for...

42. Mehreen Raheel (1981)

TV Actress

Pakistani actress, model, and host who's best known for starring in Meri Zaat Zarra-e-Benishan, Dastaan, Mastana Mahi, and Zindagi Gulzar Hai. She's also the managing director of her family's company, R...

43. Rabia Butt (1990)

Pakistani Actor And Model

Model and actress who became one of the top fashion models in Pakistan through her work with Maria B and others. She made her acting debut in the romance Hijrat (2016), where...

44. Yasir Jaswal (1983)

Director

Pakistani director who made his feature film debut in 2015 with the crime thriller Jalaibee. He had previously directed numerous music videos, and served as the lead singer for the...

45. Sajjad Ali (1966)

Pakistani Singer Composer Lyrici

Pakistani classical singer, actor and composer who gained fame with hit albums like 1979's Master Sajjad Sings Memorable Classics. As an actor, he has won acclaim for his roles in...

46. Javeria Abbasi (1972)

Movie Actress

Actress who is most famous for her roles on Pakistani television shows, including Dil, Diya, Dehleez, Najia and Kash Mein Teri Beti Na Hoti. She made her film acting debut...

47. Babra Sharif (1954)

Pakistani Actor

Nigar Award-winning television and movie actress considered one of the best in her time.

48. Hamid Mir (1966)

Pakistani Journalist

Pakistani political pundit and host of Geo TV's Capital Talk. He also worked as a columnist for various English, Bengali, Hindi, and Urdu-language newspapers.

49. Gohar Rasheed (1984)

Tv Actor

Pakistani who is best known for his role as Anil Kumar in the 2013 film Seedlings. 

50. Rabia Chaudry (1974)

Lawyer

Lawyer who skyrocketed to fame appearing on the immensely popular podcast Serial hosted by Sarah Koenig. The show discusses the case of Han Min Lee and her alleged murder by...