Pakistani actress
Rubina Ashraf |
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Born | (1960-11-09) 9 November 1960 (age 64)
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Other names | Robina Ashraf |
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Education | University of Lahore |
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Years active | 1980–present |
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Spouse | Tariq Mirza (husband) |
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Children | Minna Tariq (daughter) |
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Rubina Ashraf (Urdu: روبینہ اشرف) is a Pakistani actress, director and producer.[1][2] She was one of the most popular actresses of the 1980s and 1990s.[3] Rubina appeared in classic PTV dramas such as Kasak, Hazaron Raaste, Sirriyan, Footpath Ki Ghaas, Tapish and Badaltey Mausam.[4] She also appeared in dramas including Khuda Aur Muhabbat Season 3, Uraan, Gul-e-Rana and Do Bol.[5]
Early life and education
Rubina was born on 9 November 1960 in Lahore, Pakistan. She completed her studies at University of Lahore and graduated with a degree in graphic designing.[3]
Career
Acting
Rubina started her acting career in 1980, when she was visiting PTV Lahore Centre with her friends and there actress Sahira Kazmi cast her in a drama. Then she worked in multiple dramas including Pas-e-Aaina, Tapish, Badaltey Mausam, Kasak, Footpath Ki Ghaas and Sirriyan on PTV.[3]
Drama directing
Rubina directed many dramas including Vaani which received good reviews in 2008 and directed dramas Surkh Chandni, Ek Adh Hafta, Tarazoo and Tere Siwa.[6] Then Rubina directed drama Shikwa in 2014.[1] In 2020, Rubina directed drama Ruswai which became a hit.[7][8]
Personal life
Rubina married Tariq Mirza and has two children, a son and actress Minna Tariq is her daughter.[9][10] She was diagnosed with COVID-19 during the COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan and went into quarantine until she recovered.[11]
Filmography
Television series
Telefilm
Film
Director
Awards and nominations
References
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