Shaan Shahid is a famous and versatile actor, writer, director and producer from Pakistan. He has been working in the film industry for more than 30 years and has appeared in over 500 movies in Urdu and Punjabi languages. He is also known for his patriotic and social messages in his films.
Shaan Shahid was born as Armaghan Shahid on 27 April 1971 in Lahore, Pakistan. His father, Riaz Shahid, was a renowned director and his mother, Neelo, was a popular actress. He belongs to a Punjabi Kashmiri Muslim family and has a brother and a sister. He studied at Aitchison College in Lahore and then moved to New York for his higher education. He dreamed of becoming a lawyer but returned to Pakistan to join his family business.
Shaan Shahid made his film debut in 1990 with Bulandi, opposite Reema Khan. The film was a hit and launched his career as a leading actor. He then starred in many successful films such as Nagina, Ghoonghat, Sangam, Mujhe Chand Chahiye, Khuda Kay Liye, Waar, O21 and Yalghaar. He has won many awards for his acting skills, including one Pride of Performance, fifteen Nigar Awards, five Lux Style Awards, one Pakistan Media Award and one ARY Film Award.
Shaan Shahid is not only an actor but also a writer, director and producer. He has written and directed films such as Moosa Khan, Zill-e-Shah, Chup and Zarrar. He has also produced films such as Waar 2 and Arth 2. He is known for his patriotic themes and social issues in his films. He has also refused to work in Bollywood films that portray Pakistanis negatively.
Shaan Shahid is married to Amina Shaan and has four daughters. He is a practicing Muslim and a philanthropist. He supports various causes such as education, health and environment. He is also a singer and has sung songs for some of his films. He is one of the most respected and influential celebrities in Pakistan.
