Nooray Zeeshan is a Pakistani teenage actress and model best known for playing Aniya (Aania) in the ARY Digital drama serial Parwarish (2025) and for her role in the ensemble drama Kafeel. Still a teenager and homeschooled while working, Nooray Zeeshan has quickly become one of the most talked-about young faces in Pakistani television, with a growing following built on emotionally driven performances rather than tabloid attention.
Quick Facts
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Nooray Zeeshan |
| Date of Birth | Reportedly September 2, 2009 [VERIFY: only sourced from one fan/entertainment site, not an official or primary source] |
| Age | Reportedly 16 (as of 2026) |
| Birthplace | Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Religion | [VERIFY: not publicly confirmed by the subject or a credible outlet] |
| Education | Currently homeschooled; previously in 9th grade before shifting to private study |
| Profession | Actress, Model |
| Known For | Parwarish (2025), Kafeel (2025–2026), Fading Ribbons (2024) |
| Family | Comes from a non-showbiz family background; details otherwise private |
| Marital Status | Not applicable — Nooray Zeeshan is a minor |
| Social Handles | Instagram: @noorayzeeshanofficial (~180,000 followers) |
Note: Because Nooray Zeeshan is a minor, this profile does not speculate on her personal or romantic life. Family and personal details are limited to what she has publicly disclosed herself in interviews.
Who Is Nooray Zeeshan?
Nooray Zeeshan is a rising Pakistani actress and model who entered the entertainment industry through modeling assignments and brand shoots before transitioning into television drama. She gained wide recognition for her performance as Aniya in Parwarish, a serial that dealt with themes of bullying, identity, and family pressure among young people — a storyline she has said resonated with her own real-life school experiences.
Since then, she has continued to work steadily in Pakistani drama, appearing alongside an ensemble of other young actors in projects produced by major networks, and has built a sizable following on social media independent of her acting work.
Early Life & Family
Nooray Zeeshan was born in Karachi, Sindh, and comes from a family with no prior background in the entertainment industry. She has spoken publicly about her mother’s support for her career while still wanting her to complete her education, but has otherwise kept her family life largely private, and no further verified details about siblings or parents’ professions are publicly available. [VERIFY: extended family details not independently confirmed]
Education
Nooray Zeeshan has revealed that she faced criticism from teachers and bullying from senior students because of her acting career, which contributed to her decision to leave traditional schooling. She was 15 years old and in 9th grade at the time she made the switch, and now studies privately, selecting subjects and sitting exams independently rather than attending school full-time. She has said her mother wants her to complete her education, and she continues to balance private study with her acting commitments.
Career
Early Work: Modeling and Brand Shoots
Nooray Zeeshan began her career at a young age through modeling and small projects, working on brand promotions and fashion shoots before moving into mainstream television. She has since worked with a number of fashion houses and designers in Pakistan alongside her acting career.
Breakthrough: Parwarish (2025)
Her breakout role came in 2025 with the drama Parwarish, in which she played a young woman navigating family expectations, identity, and personal sacrifice. The show aired on ARY Digital and drew strong audience attention, with Nooray’s performance as Aniya/Aania widely praised. Critics and viewers responded positively to what was described as the authenticity and emotional depth of her performance, and the role is generally credited with establishing her as one of the more promising newcomers in Pakistani drama.
Fading Ribbons and Other Projects (2024)
Nooray Zeeshan is also known for the short film Fading Ribbons (2024). This project preceded her mainstream television breakthrough and is listed alongside her other credits on industry databases.
Kafeel (2025–2026)
Nooray Zeeshan is part of the young ensemble cast of Kafeel, a drama that includes a storyline built around a 20-year time jump. She has said she chose the project after reading the script, which was written by Umera Ahmed, and after enjoying a previous collaboration with the director. Her co-stars in the young cast include Areeka Haq and Hania Ahmed, with the show continuing to air into 2026.
Awards & Recognition
No major awards or nominations for Nooray Zeeshan have been publicly confirmed as of this writing.
Controversies
Nooray Zeeshan has not been the subject of any major public controversy. The closest is her own public disclosure of being criticized by teachers and bullied by senior students at school because of her acting career — a personal account she has shared herself in interviews, rather than an external controversy or dispute.
Personal Life
As Nooray Zeeshan is a minor, this profile does not speculate about her personal or romantic life. Publicly, she has spoken about balancing homeschooling with acting, her mother’s role in supporting her education, and her own experiences with bullying. Beyond these self-disclosed details, her personal life is private, and no further claims should be assumed or reported without direct confirmation from the subject.
Nooray Zeeshan in 2026
As of 2026, Nooray Zeeshan continues to appear in Kafeel, which has been the subject of ongoing episode coverage and discussion from entertainment outlets through early 2026. She has discussed the project in interviews, including her reasons for taking the role and her reflections on family and parenting themes explored in the show. Her net worth remains publicly undisclosed, with no reliable source confirming an exact figure as of 2026. She remains active on Instagram, where she shares updates related to her acting work alongside lifestyle content. FUCHSIA + 2
Dramas & Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Network/Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Fading Ribbons | — | Short film |
| 2025 | Parwarish | Aniya/Aania | ARY Digital (TV drama) |
| 2025–2026 | Kafeel | — | TV drama (ensemble cast) |
FAQs
1. How old is Nooray Zeeshan?
She is reportedly 16 years old as of 2026, though her exact birth date is not confirmed by a primary source. [VERIFY]
2. What is Nooray Zeeshan famous for?
She is best known for playing Aniya in the ARY Digital drama Parwarish and for her role in Kafeel.
3. Is Nooray Zeeshan still in school?
No — she left traditional schooling around age 15 and now studies privately while homeschooled.
4. What is Nooray Zeeshan’s net worth?
Her net worth has not been officially disclosed; any figures circulating online are unverified estimates.
5. Where is Nooray Zeeshan from?
She is from Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
6. What dramas has Nooray Zeeshan acted in?
Her credits include Fading Ribbons (2024), Parwarish (2025), and Kafeel (2025–2026).
7. Who are Nooray Zeeshan’s co-stars in Kafeel?
Her young co-stars in Kafeel include Areeka Haq and Hania Ahmed.
Last updated: July 2026
