In recent years, many Pakistani celebrities have expanded their careers beyond acting, singing, or modeling by venturing into successful businesses. This trend reflects not only their entrepreneurial spirit but also their desire for financial independence and stability.
From clothing lines to restaurants, these stars are proving that they can thrive in the business world just as they do in entertainment. Additionally, their ventures often inspire fans and fellow artists alike, showing that creativity knows no boundaries.
Let us find out some of the most notable Pakistani celebrities who have made their mark as entrepreneurs.
Celebrities Who Successfully Started Their Own Business
Investing in the business is always a great idea because that also ensures personal growth. Also, even if an actor wants to take a break from acting, they have something to fall back on. There are also those celebrities who have a lot of creativity, so instead of acting in dramas alone, they are now making dramas and even films. So that is another way of going further in the same field.
- Aiman And Minal
Aiman and Minal Khan are two beautiful sisters who started their acting careers early on and remain well-known actresses in Pakistan. In 2019, they decided to expand their reach in the fashion industry as they officially debuted their clothing brand, AnM Closet, on their birthday, November 20.
The clothes are meant to be fashionable yet cheap, with a cut that reflects the sisters’ exquisite sense of style. In terms of dress sense, AnM Closet provides some Eastern and Western outfits to suit a variety of customers. From a single contractor position to a massive enterprise with over a hundred employees, they prove their focus on growth and talent. Aiman has stated that their brother, Maaz, is actively involved in the business and assists in converting their designs into actuality.
- Humayun Saeed
Humayun Saeed is not only a gifted actor but also a man who owns two major production companies in Pakistan. He is also the co-owner of the Six Sigma Plus company which is considered to be the largest production company in the country.
Moreover, he has also invested in a company called Epic Entertainment along with his sister-in-law. Both of these production houses have been involved in the making of some of the top dramas and films that are culturally relevant to Pakistani viewers. However, even though he owns several businesses, Humayun Saeed is still in touch with the public through social networks, and he shares information about his works there.
- Fawad Khan
Fawad Khan established his chain of clothing, known as SILK by Fawad Khan in the year 2012. It is a luxury brand that deals in female fashion apparel for casual(tops, trousers, and dresses) and formal wear ready-made garments and accessories, designed in partnership with his wife, Sadaf Fawad Khan. The brand is focused on refined and unpretentious products with the use of luxurious fabrics as silk in an attempt to appeal to contemporary females who are interested in luxurious apparel.
To mark its launch, a two-day exhibition in Lahore was organized, which was quite successful and aimed to convey its message of quality fashion. In the years that followed, ‘Silk by Fawad Khan’ has progressed to being recognized not only as a name in the Pakistani fashion industry but as a brand that caters to the middle-luxury demographic in search for tasteful yet affordable wear.
- Juggun Kazim
Juggun Kazim is a beautiful Canadian-Pakistani actress, host, and Youtuber who started her career in the media especially acting, at the tender age of four years. She has a dynamic personality and has risen to fame through her television dramas which include Khamosh Raho. Apart from being an actress, Juggun has also been a businessperson who runs her own business.
She owns two businesses: a gym and a salon. The previous year, she started the Magnifique Salon & Spa, where she specializes in beauty and wellness enhancement solutions with the goal of pampering her clients. Her business endeavors are career-oriented and focused on health, beauty, and fitness; she also advocates for her products and services on her social media profiles.
- Fahad Mustafa
Fahad Mustafa is one of those artists who work in the Pakistani media industry, known for his acting ability and business acumen. Realizing that individual effort will not be enough to sustain a successful career, he teamed up with a friend to start his own production company called the Big Bang Entertainment. The production house was founded in 2015, and in a short time, the company has produced several hit dramas that viewers all across Pakistan have liked.
However, alongside administering his production company, Fahad continues acting on several productions even though he produces for others. He has a great passion for his programs and the entertainment business, which is why Big Bang Entertainment remains good and continues to expand.
- Shagufta Ejaz
Shagufta Ejaz is one of the most popular senior Pakistani drama actresses who entered acting industry in 1990s. She has established herself as an actress who can do all roles and has worked in many Urdu television dramas and films along with a few Punjabi films. Her experience in the industry establishes her versatility and ability to act in the field.
Apart from her acting career, Shagufta came into the world of business almost a decade ago, by opening a salon named ‘Envy’. Her salon has since become popular due to the quality services being offered attracting many customers.
- Adnan Siddiqui
Adnan Siddiqui is currently one of the most popular and experienced actors of the Pakistani television and film industry having a career spanning almost 27 years. Acknowledging the need for quality, he started his own production house Cereal Entertainment. Under this banner, he has produced several shows.
Many of them have turned out to be hits and these include Aadat and Ghughi which has reciprocated the gratifying feedback for being different and interesting in terms of narrative. Seeta Bagri is one of the famous productions of Adnan that focuses on the struggling life of the Hindus living in Pakistan. Cereal Entertainment stayed true to the tradition with the release of film Dam Mastam in 2022.
- Yasir Nawaz and Nida Yasir
Yasir Nawaz is a renowned name in the Pakistani television industry who worked as an actor as well as director. His wife, Nida Yasir, is also a very beautiful and skillful actress as well as the presenter of one of the most watched morning show Good Morning Pakistan.
The duo has explored the world of production and they have set up their production company known as YNH Films a few years ago. The couple, along with Danish Nawaz (brother of Yasir Nawaz) not only write but also direct films under this banner, which keeps costs down and control over content in their hands.
- Urwa And Mawra
The most talented sisters of Pakistan media industry Urwa and Mawra Hocane launched their clothing line named UXM, which is particularly into Western wear only and received a good response. The sisters who started the brand began the campaign for their first collection with a humorous verbal identity inspired by the spelling of their own names.
The clothes were well-received in the first stages of its release, confirming the idea that there is a need for Western-style clothing in the market. Urwa and Mawra both endorsed their brand, and advertised the line through Instagram, Facebook, and other outlets.
- Atiqa Odho
Atiqa Odho is a veteran Pakistani actress and entrepreneur who has successfully run her cosmetic brand, Odho Cosmetics, for over a decade. The brand was launched in 2004, making it one of Pakistan’s first celebrity cosmetic lines. Odho Cosmetics focuses on providing quality makeup products specifically designed for Asian skin tones.
Initially, the brand started with a range of lipsticks catering to Pakistani women’s diverse needs. Over the years, it has expanded to include a full spectrum of cosmetics, including foundations, eye shadows, and skincare products. The brand is known for its commitment to quality and affordability, making beauty accessible to a wider audience.
Bottom Line
Isn’t it amazing just how dedicated and intelligent our actors are? Doing so many different things simultaneously is not easy, yet they make it look like a piece of cake! However, we would love to see more actors like these start their own business ventures and grow personally.
