Shuja Asad

Shuja Asad
Born (1994-09-18) 18 September 1994 (age 32)
Karachi, Pakistan
OccupationsActor, model
Years active2021–present
Spouse
Maheen Saeed
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(m. 2019)​

Shuja Asad is a Pakistani television actor and model. He has been recognised for his performances in the dramas Khaie (2024), Aye Ishq e Junoon (2024), Tan Man Neel O Neel (2024) and Dr. Bahu (2026).

Personal life

Shuja was born on 18 September 1994 in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan. He married his childhood friend Maheen Saeed in 2019.

Career

Shuja began his career as a model, featuring in television commercials, before switching to acting with Danish Ali's comedy sketches.

Shuja made his television debut in 2022 with Pyar Deewangi Hai. He then featured in dramas like College Gate (2023), Bandish 2 (2023), and Fitna (2023).

He gained recognition for his performances in dramas Khaie (2024) as Barlaas Khan, Aye Ishq e Junoon (2024–25) as Shehroz Ali Nawaz and Tan Man Neel O Neel (2024—25) as Sonu Danger. In 2025, he also featured in the lead role in the drama Paradise opposite Iqra Aziz. He then played a lead role in the drama Dr. Bahu opposite Kubra Khan.

Filmography

Television

Year Title Role Network Notes Ref(s)
2021 Dil Dharkan Aur Tum Ahmed Aaj Entertainment Debut
2022 Pyar Deewangi Hai Mateen ARY Digital Negative lead
2023 College Gate Bilal Green Entertainment Supporting role
Gumn Ali
Bandish 2 Ahmer ARY Digital
Fitna Azmir Hum TV
2024 Khaie Barlaas Khan Geo Entertainment
Aye Ishq e Junoon Shahroz Ali Nawaz ARY Digital Negative lead
Tan Man Neelo Neel Salman "Sonu Danger" Shaukat Hum TV Lead role
2025 Paradise Taimoor Express Entertainment
2026 Fasaana Mart Ka Rizwan Green Entertainment
Doctor Bahu Salman Shahnawaz (aka Sunny) ARY Digital

Telefilms

YearTitleRoleNetwork Notes Ref(s)
2024Achari MohabbatSikanderARY DigitalLead role

Music videos

Year Song Artist Notes
2022 Main Aur Tum Dino Ali
2025 Sun Mere Mahiya Aima Baig

Awards and nominations

YearAwardCategoryWorkResultRef(s)
2025 23rd Lux Style Awards Best Emerging Talent College GateNominated
2nd Kya Drama Hai Icon Awards Best Supporting Actor (Critics’ Choice) Khaie Nominated
Best Supporting Actor (Popular Choice) Nominated
2026 3rd Sunday Special Icon Awards Best Actor Male - Negative Role Of The Year Aye Ishq e Junoon Nominated
Pakistan Influencer Awards Celebrity Creator of the Year - Male Himself Nominated

References

  1. 1 2 "کیریئر کے آغاز میں ہی شادی کرلی تھی، شجاع اسد کا انکشاف" (in Urdu). Dawn News Urdu. 10 February 2024. Retrieved 5 October 2025.
  2. 1 2 3 Ahmad, Iman (14 March 2025). "Kubra Khan to Star Opposite Shuja Asad in Exciting New Drama". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 4 October 2025.
  3. 1 2 3 Ghafoor, Usman (6 June 2022). "9 breakthrough Pakistani stars creating a buzz". Gulf News. Retrieved 13 December 2025.
  4. 1 2 "Kinza Hashmi extends birthday wishes to Shuja Asad". 24 News. 19 September 2025. Retrieved 4 October 2025.
  5. 1 2 3 "And the winners are…". The News International. 11 May 2025. Retrieved 5 October 2025.
  6. 1 2 "Shuja Asad bids a heartfelt bye to Khaie". Daily Times. 2 April 2024.
  7. 1 2 "'Paradise' starring Iqra Aziz and Shuja Asad premieres on April 14". The Express Tribune. 5 April 2025. Retrieved 4 October 2025.
  8. ↑ Rehman, Maliha (13 April 2025). "The Icon Interview: Television's Golden Boy". DAWN News. Retrieved 4 October 2025.
  9. ↑ "Shuja Asad reflects on Tan Man Neelo Neel, thanks team & fans". SAMAA TV. 4 October 2025. Retrieved 4 October 2025.
  10. ↑ Haider, Sadaf (21 April 2024). "The Tube". Dawn. Retrieved 5 October 2025.
  11. ↑ Batool, Hadia (14 September 2025). "Aima Baig shines in vibrant new track Sun Mere Mahiya". Minute Mirror. Retrieved 12 October 2025.
  12. ↑ "Nominations for Sukooon Kya Drama Hai 2nd Icon Awards announced". 24 News HD. 2 October 2025. Retrieved 16 December 2025.
  13. ↑ "Drama Awards – Sunday". Retrieved 19 October 2026.