Shahrukh Kazim Ali is a Pakistani video producer, creative director, and filmmaker best known as the founder of production house FEPO and for producing the visuals behind Coke Studio Pakistan’s most viral seasons, including the billion-view hit “Pasoori.” In late 2025, he also became one of the most talked-about names in Pakistani celebrity news after his wife, actress Mehar Bano, confirmed their divorce.
Quick Facts
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Real Name | Shahrukh Kazim Ali |
| Date of Birth | Exact DOB not publicly confirmed |
| Age | not publicly confirmed |
| Birthplace | Ghulmet, Nagar Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Religion | Not publicly disclosed |
| Education | Not publicly confirmed |
| Profession | Video Producer, Creative Director, Filmmaker |
| Known For | Coke Studio Pakistan, FEPO, “Pasoori” music video |
| Spouse | Mehar Bano (m. 2022; divorced, confirmed December 2025) |
| Social Handles | Instagram: @shahrukhfepo |
Who Is Shahrukh Kazim Ali?
Shahrukh Kazim Ali is a Pakistani producer and creative director who has become one of the most influential behind-the-camera figures in the country’s modern music and entertainment scene. He is a creative director and video producer known for redefining the visual language and culture of South Asian music and media. Rather than performing in front of the camera, his impact comes from producing and directing the visual storytelling behind some of Pakistan’s biggest music and branded-content projects over the past decade.
He is the founder of FEPO, a Pakistan-based production house, and has worked closely on major Coke Studio Pakistan seasons, as well as feature film and web series projects. Outside his production work, he became a widely searched name again in late 2025 after his marriage to actress Mehar Bano ended.
Early Life & Family
Shahrukh Kazim Ali was born in Ghulmet, Nagar Valley, in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, and was raised between Gilgit, Islamabad, and Karachi. Detailed information about his parents and siblings has not been made public, and his exact date of birth has not been confirmed through verifiable sources.
Education
No verified, publicly reported details about Shahrukh Kazim Ali’s formal education (school or university) are currently available.
Career
Entry Into Media (2012 onward)
Shahrukh began his journey in the media industry back in 2012, developing over a decade of work as a video producer and creative director. He started as part of Pakistan’s independent film and production scene, working in roles ranging from assistant direction to production coordination before building his own creative identity.
Film and Web Series Work
He is known for his work as Second Unit or Assistant Director on the acclaimed feature film Laal Kabootar (2019), and he is also known for his association with the web series Churails (2020). These projects are widely regarded as turning points for independent Pakistani cinema and streaming content, respectively.
Founding FEPO (2021)
In 2021, Shahrukh Kazim Ali founded his own production company, FEPO, which has since grown into a creative powerhouse with over 200 collaborators, including editors, directors, and designers. Under his leadership, FEPO has produced a wide range of visual content in the region, from viral music videos to cinematic branded campaigns.
Coke Studio Pakistan: Seasons 14 and 15
Shahrukh’s biggest mainstream visibility came through his work on Coke Studio Pakistan. His standout work includes producing 10 music videos for Coke Studio Pakistan’s Season 14, known for their emotional richness and cinematic execution — among them “Pasoori,” which became a global phenomenon and surpassed a billion views on YouTube. He continued this momentum into Season 15, producing breakout visuals for songs including “Blockbuster” and “Turri Jaandi”. Production credits for Coke Studio Season 14 list Shahrukh Kazim as producer under FEPO, working alongside director Kamal Khan and production house Gali Films.
Reflecting on the scale of that work, Shahrukh has said the massive scale of Coke Studio’s production challenged him creatively, logistically, and emotionally, and that working alongside the region’s top talent helped him grow professionally.
Branded Content and Music Video Work
Beyond Coke Studio, Shahrukh has collaborated with major Pakistani and South Asian artists including Atif Aslam, Hasan Raheem, Natasha Noorani, Talha Anjum, Talha Yunus, Quick Style, Nayel, Faris Shafi, and HYDR. His branded campaign work includes productions for Pepsi’s “Why Not Meri Jaan” and related music-driven advertising campaigns.
Major Awards & Recognition
Shahrukh Kazim Ali’s resume includes the “Message in a Mithai Box” campaign for Nikah rights, which won two Bronze Spikes Asia awards and a Sabre Award. This social-impact campaign, focused on women’s marriage rights in Pakistan, remains one of his most recognized pieces of advocacy-driven creative work.
Controversies
There is no record of professional or legal controversy directly involving Shahrukh Kazim Ali’s production work. His most publicly discussed personal matter has been the breakdown of his marriage to actress Mehar Bano — see “Personal Life” below for full, source-verified details. No party involved has made allegations of wrongdoing; the situation has been reported strictly as a marriage ending.
Personal Life
Shahrukh Kazim Ali got engaged to Pakistani actress Mehar Bano in early 2022, in what was described at the time as an intimate daytime engagement ceremony. The couple married later that year.
In September 2025, fans and entertainment outlets noticed that all photos of Shahrukh, including wedding pictures, had disappeared from Mehar Bano’s Instagram account, sparking months of divorce speculation. Mehar Bano confirmed the divorce in late December 2025 after months of speculation fueled by the deletion of wedding photos online, addressing the split publicly during an Instagram Q&A session and thanking fans for their understanding. When directly asked by a fan whether she was still married, she replied simply, “No,” ending the months of speculation. Multiple entertainment outlets reported the split as one of several high-profile Pakistani celebrity separations of 2025. Minute Mirror + 3
Neither Shahrukh nor Mehar Bano has publicly disclosed the reason for the split, and neither has made any public allegations against the other.
Shahrukh Kazim Ali in 2026
As of the site’s most recent update, Shahrukh Kazim Ali continues to run FEPO as a working production house in Pakistan’s music and branded-content space, following his high-profile work across Coke Studio Pakistan Seasons 14 and 15. His divorce from Mehar Bano, confirmed in December 2025, remains the most recent major personal development associated with his name heading into 2026. No new film, Coke Studio season, or major project announcement specifically naming Shahrukh Kazim Ali has been confirmed for 2026 at this time.
Selected Filmography / Production Credits
| Project | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Laal Kabootar | 2019 | Second Unit / Assistant Director |
| Churails (web series) | 2020 | Associated production work |
| Coke Studio Pakistan Season 14 | 2022 | Producer (FEPO) — incl. “Pasoori” |
| Coke Studio Pakistan Season 15 | 2024 | Producer (FEPO) — incl. “Blockbuster,” “Turri Jaandi” |
| Faltu Pyar | 2022 | Production credit |
| “Message in a Mithai Box” (Nikah Rights campaign) | [VERIFY: exact year] | Director |
FAQs
1. Who is Shahrukh Kazim Ali?
He is a Pakistani video producer and creative director, founder of FEPO, best known for producing visuals for Coke Studio Pakistan, including the hit song “Pasoori.”
2. Is Shahrukh Kazim Ali an actor?
No. He works behind the camera as a producer, creative director, and assistant director, not as an on-screen actor.
3. Who was Shahrukh Kazim Ali married to?
He was married to Pakistani actress Mehar Bano from 2022 until their divorce, confirmed by Mehar Bano in December 2025.
4. Why did Shahrukh Kazim Ali and Mehar Bano divorce?
Neither has publicly stated a reason. Mehar Bano confirmed the split during an Instagram Q&A but did not elaborate further.
5. What is Shahrukh Kazim Ali’s most famous project?
His production work on Coke Studio Pakistan Season 14, particularly the music video for “Pasoori,” which surpassed a billion YouTube views.
6. What is FEPO?
FEPO is the production house Shahrukh Kazim Ali founded in 2021, working across music videos, branded content, and cinematic storytelling in Pakistan and the UAE.
7. Where is Shahrukh Kazim Ali from?
He was born in Ghulmet, Nagar Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, and was raised between Gilgit, Islamabad, and Karachi.
Last updated: January 2026
