Zafri Khan (ﻇﻔﺮﯼ ﺧﺎﻥ; born 25 November 1980) is a Pakistani actor and comedian.[1] Born in Punjab (Faisalabad). He is best known for his work in Pakistan theatre, based in Lahore. He also has a successful career in television and films. Khan is famous for his Slapstick comedy. He has acted with a number of other comedians including Nasir Chinyoti, Murtaza Hassan, Naseem Vicky, Amanullah, Babu Baral, Sohail Ahmad, Iftikhar Thakur, Anwar Ali, Tariq Teddy and Sakhawat Naz.[2]

Zafri Khan
Born (1980-11-25) 25 November 1980 (age 43)
Occupations
  • Actor
  • comedian
Comedy career
MediumStand-up, television, film
Genres
Subject(s)
Notable works and rolesChal Mera Putt 2
Khabardaar

Early life

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Zafri Khan was born in Punjab on 25 November.[3]

Career

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Early work

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Zafri Khan started his career from Pakistan Theatre. His acclaimed theatre career has continued to flourish and he is now regarded as one of the most popular stage actors.[4]

2010s: Established star

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In 2016, Khan participated in Indian comedy competition show called Mazaak Mazaak Mein. He hosted a talk show called Afra Zafri on 24 News HD in 2018. Khan portrayed the role of Advocate Bilal in Punjabi movie Chal Mera Putt 2[5] His performance in the film was well received by critics.[6][7]

2020s: Khabardaar

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Khan joined Comedy satire Show, Khabardaar on Express News in 2021 after Honey Albela left the show.[citation needed]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
2012 Lahoria
2019 Run Mureed
2020 Chal Mera Putt 2 Advocate Bilal Randhawa
2021 Chal Mera Putt 3 Advocate Bilal Randhawa
2022 Aaja Mexico Challiye
2023 Sardaarji 3 Akram Manager

Reality shows

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Year Show Role Notes
2016 Mazaak Mazaak Mein Contestant
2018 Afra Zafri Host
2021 Khabardaar Various roles

Theatre

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  • Unknown year : Mithiyan Shrartan
  • Unknown year : Dhumka
  • Unknown year : Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
  • Unknown year : Dil Da Bazar
  • Unknown year : Butt Te Bhatti
  • Unknown year : Pagli
  • Unknown year : Chan Da Tota

References

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  1. ^ Zafri Khan – Pakistani Stage Actor, archived from the original on 18 February 2010, retrieved 10 December 2009
  2. ^ "Ammy Virk, Nasir Chinyoti, Zafri Khan Are Shooting for Hun Ni Mud'de Yaar in Wales". www.punjabipollywood.com. Retrieved 12 March 2021.
  3. ^ "Zafri Khan". punjabifilm.in. Retrieved 16 December 2023.
  4. ^ "Stage actor Zafri Khan among two injured in car accident - Entertainment - Dunya News". dunyanews.tv.
  5. ^ "Garry Sandhu to Zafri Khan; Meet the new additions to 'Chal Mera Putt 2' cast". The Times of India. 27 February 2020.
  6. ^ "Chal Mera Putt 2 Movie Review: This Sequel Makes The Franchise Even Better". 14 March 2020.
  7. ^ "Garry Sandhu to Zafri Khan: Meet the new additions to 'Chal Mera Putt 2' cast". Times of India.
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