The highest-paid actress of Pakistan, Mahira Khan, is all set to make her Bollywood debut with Rahul Dholakia's upcoming film 'Raees', starring Shahrukh Khan. Mahira is selective when it comes to choosing films and it was after rejecting quite a few Bollywood offers, that she came on board for 'Raees'. In an interview with ABP News, Mahira confessed her love for Shahrukh. A former VJ, Mahira is apparently a big fan of King Khan. She went on to reveal in the interview that it was a dream-come-true for her to star opposite SRK. Let's take a look at some facts about the Pakistani beauty:
Here's how it all began - Mahira began her career as a VJ when she was all of 16. With shows like MTV's 'Most Wanted' and 'Weekends With Mahira', she carved a niche for herself on Pakistani television. But it was with her serial 'Humsafar', that she really reached out to the hearts of Pakistanis. Her chemistry with co-star, Fawad Khan, was much appreciated. In fact, the show became so popular that it transcended borders and was telecast in India.
Indian connect - Mahira's first visit to India was at the time of the Indian launch of her serial 'Humsafar'. During her visit, she had said that India and Pakistan are similar in many ways. She also said that India felt like home to her. Mahira is apparently an ardent admirer of Alia Bhatt and is a fan of her film 'Highway'. In an interview with Zee News, Mahira shared her beauty secrets and revealed that she had never been to a gym and that she loves gorging junk food.
Married life - Mahira married Ali Askari in 2007. Apparently it was love at first sight for the actress. She had met Askari at Indus Studios during her vacations and they fell in love. Askari is currently working on creating Pakistan's first animation series for television. They have a son Azlaan.Mahira has been divorced and is single currently
Debut film - Mahira had made her silver screen debut with a supporting role in the 2011 social drama 'Bol'. In this film, she was paired with Pakistani singer Atif Aslam. 'Bol' turned out to be one of the highest-grossing films in Pakistan. It was also well received in India. Mahira has always maintained that she believes in being a part of meaningful cinema.
Most Beautiful Woman - Mahira was crowned as the Most Beautiful Woman in Pakistan in 2012. She has been the face of many magazine covers and also endorses various products in Pakistan. She is not only a beautiful actress but also a dedicated homemaker. She is extremely close to Azlaan.
Madhuri Dixit, an inspiration - An avid Madhuri Dixit fan, Mahira grew up watching Bollywood films and had decided to become an actress after watching Madhuri's performance in 'Ram Lakhan'. She once told her mother that she wanted to become like Madhuri Dixit. In an interaction with ABP News, Mahira divulged that she had tried to imitate Madhuri in many scenes of her romantic drama serial 'Humsafar'.
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