Karachi (Pakistannews.com.pk) Hareem Farooq, a talented and beautiful filmmaker and actress, has made a significant impact in Pakistan’s entertainment industry. Even behind the scenes, she has excelled as a film producer, while her outstanding performances in theater, television dramas, and films have won the hearts of viewers.
Hareem Farooq was born in Islamabad on 26th May, 1989 and she is 35 years old. She did her schooling in Sociology and Journalism and then entered showbiz as a career. Hareem Farooq has been progressing very smoothly, and is gaining immense success in this journey. According to her, the dream is to be a leading filmmaker and actor, representing Pakistan on the global stage.
Hareem shared that her parents come from a medical background; her father holds two PhDs, and her mother is a dermatologist. She completed her early education at Beaconhouse School System in Islamabad and later graduated in Journalism from Punjab University after completing her A-levels.
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She said, ‘She and her sister, Arzo, had a great childhood.’ Whereas Hareem was always innocent, her sister Arzo would create all the mischief. Since her early childhood days, Hareem was interested in acting and used to take part in all sorts of cultural activities both at school and in college with full support and encouragement from her parents.
Having supportive parents never made it difficult for Hareem to share her aspirations for a showbiz career. After A-Levels, when the opportunity arose, she took admission to the law school. It was then that her childhood buddy Osman Khalid Butt offered her a role in a theater play. Her audition proved to be successful, and the appreciation she received for her role made her reflect on taking acting as a career.
Hareem’s family, being highly educated, advised her to continue her education alongside her acting career. Following their advice, she completed her graduation from Punjab University while remaining active in the entertainment industry.
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Hareem Farooq has produced successful films such as “Janaan,” “Parchi,” and “Heer Maan Ja.” As an actress, she delivered memorable performances in films like “Siyaah,” “Janaan,” “Dobara Phir Se,” and “Parchi.” Although she has appeared on the small screen less frequently, her work in dramas such as “Mausam,” “Mere Humdam Mere Dost,” “Diyar-e-Dil,” “Sanam,” “Baaghi,” and “Main Khayal Hoon Kisi Aur Ka” has been highly regarded.
Her journey continues to inspire many, and she remains dedicated to her craft, balancing her love for acting with her commitment to education and excellence.