Bilal Ashraf Age, Wiki and Bio

Bilal Ashraf

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Film Producer, Visual Effects Director
NationalityPakistani
Date of Birth10/10/1979
Age43 years (died on 10, Aug, 2023)
BirthplaceKarachi, Sindh, Pakistan
Date of Death10/08/2023

Physical Stats & More

Height188 cm
Eye ColorLight Brown
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolSt. Michael’s Convent School in Karachi
College/University
  • Franklin & Marshall College in Pennsylvania, United States
  • Escape Studios in London, UK
Qualifications
  • Double major in finance and art and a minor in psychology
  • A course in visual effects at Franklin & Marshall College in Pennsylvania, United States
  • An animation course at Escape Studios in London, UK

Personal Life

Marital StatusUnmarried
Zodiac SignLibra

Relationships & More

Affairs/Girlfriends
  • Maya Ali (actor; rumoured)
  • Syra Yousuf (actor; rumoured)

Family

FatherMaqsood Ashraf
MotherShaheen Ashraf (passed away in August 2023)
Siblings
SisterSadia Ashraf (deceased; used to teach filmmaking at New York University)
SpouseN/A

Career

Debut
FilmJanaan (2016) as Asfandyar
TelefilmAik Hai Nigar (2021) as Johar Ali Khan; aired on ARY Digital
Awards
  • Best Actor by 3rd Pakistani Music and Media Awards (2017)
  • Best Cinematic on Screen Couple for IPAA for Janaan (2017)
  • Most Stylish Actor in Film by 5th Kashmir Hum Style Awards (2021)
  • Host for Jubiliee and Best Actor by Pakistan Digital Awards (2022)

Favourites

Co-actorMaya Ali
FilmScent of a Woman (1992)
Music BandPink Floyd
SingerMichael Jackson
OutfitJeans and T-shirt
RestaurantEvergreen
FoodOats
Cartoon CharacterLion-O of Thunder Cats
SportCricket

Some Lesser Known Facts

Bilal Ashraf is a versatile Pakistani actor, film producer, and visual effects director.
He gained recognition for his roles in Urdu films like ‘Janaan’ (2016) and ‘Superstar’ (2019).
Initially, he worked as a hedge fund consultant in New York.
To pursue his passion for animation, he left his job and enrolled in an animation course.
Transitioning to modeling, he featured in various print advertisements and photoshoots.
Bilal Ashraf was acknowledged in the MAG best-dressed category in 2013.
He made a cameo in the Urdu film ‘O21’ (2014) as Ahmad.
He has acted in notable Urdu films such as ‘Yalghaar’ (2017), ‘Rangreza’ (2017), and ‘Superstar’ (2019).
Bilal was a guest on popular Urdu TV shows including ‘Mazaaq Raat’ and ‘Tonite with HSY.’
He was ranked 7th on the “Sexiest Asian Men” list in 2019.
He is the owner of 'Radical Studios' and produced ‘Khaab Toot Jaatay Hain’ for Hum TV in 2021.
Beyond acting, he has appeared in commercials for brands like Jazz X and Falah.
Bilal was recognized in the Hello! Hot 100 by Trailblazers in 2020.
He is an advocate for promoting football among Pakistani youth.
In 2023, he starred in the Urdu drama ‘Yunhi’ as Dr. Davud Basharat.
Bilal has modeled for various renowned fashion designers.
He maintains his fitness through a regular workout routine.
He enjoys playing cricket and snooker with his friends.
During his downtime, he finds solace in traveling and reading books on meditation.
Bilal honed his acting skills at a UK acting school and NAPA Karachi.
He has graced the covers of magazines like Men’s Visage and OK! Pakistan.
Actively involved in animal welfare, he shares animal pictures on his social media.
In an interview, he cherished a birthday card from his late sister.
If not an actor, he would have pursued a career as an architect.