1. Early Life and Background
Real Name: Dur-e-Fishan Saleem
Date of Birth: January 14, 1996
Birth Place: Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Nationality: Pakistani
Religion: Islam
Horoscope: Capricorn
Residence: Karachi, Pakistan
Dur-e-Fishan was born into a creative family; her father, Saleem-ul-Hassan, was a director and producer for PTV during the 2000s . Her mother is Shumaila Saleem. She has three siblings: two brothers, Abdullah and Rohan, and a sister, Rameen .
From a young age, Dur-e-Fishan exhibited a passion for the performing arts. She pursued her early education in Lahore and later obtained an LLB degree from Universal College London
2. Career Beginnings
In 2019, after completing her education, Dur-e-Fishan moved to Karachi to pursue a career in acting . Despite her father’s background in the industry, she chose to carve her own path, attending auditions independently.
Her acting debut came in 2020 with a supporting role in the drama “Dil Ruba”, where she portrayed the character Erum. Her performance earned her a nomination for Best Emerging Talent at the Lux Style Awards.
3. Rise to Stardom
Dur-e-Fishan’s breakthrough came with her lead role as Zoya in “Bharaas” (2020–2021), which garnered her the ARY People’s Choice Award for New Emerging Talent (Female)
She continued to impress audiences with her performances in “Pardes” (2021) and “Juda Huay Kuch Is Tarha”(2021).
In 2022, she starred opposite Danish Taimoor in “Kaisi Teri Khudgarzi”, a role that significantly raised her profile in the industry.
Her portrayal of Shibra Sulaiman in “Ishq Murshid” (2023–2024) alongside Bilal Abbas Khan further solidified her status as a leading actress .
4. Challenges and Triumphs
While Dur-e-Fishan has enjoyed a relatively smooth ascent in the entertainment industry, she has faced challenges typical of emerging actors, such as establishing her identity independent of her father’s legacy and navigating the competitive landscape of Pakistani television.
Her decision to move to Karachi alone and attend auditions without leveraging her father’s connections demonstrates her determination and resilience.
5. Personal Life
Partner: As of now, Dur-e-Fishan is unmarried and has not publicly disclosed any relationships .
Father: Saleem-ul-Hassan
Mother: Shumaila Saleem
Dur-e-Fishan maintains a close bond with her family, often crediting them for their support in her career.
6. Physical Attributes
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Age: 29 years (as of May 2025)
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Height: 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters)
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Weight: Approximately 55 kg (121 lbs)
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Body Measurements: 34-27-35 inches
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Bra Size: 34 inches
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Hip Size: 35 inches
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Body Type: Slim
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Eye Color: Brown
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Hair Color: Light Brown