Entrepreneurship is more than just coming up with a novel concept and launching a firm to benefit society. It is a long road with many possible choices for discovering your inner potential. You only need to be consistent in your decision-making and teamwork with your team, and success will begin to knock on your door with each unique concept that you bring to society.
Women have demonstrated their ability to succeed in any sector. They have the ability to build enterprises, manage teams, and do practically everything they set their minds to. Even our female actresses and models want to break free from the limitations imposed by society.
When it comes to the entertainment sector, many actors and models have successfully transitioned from being film and runway stars to successful businesswomen in the real world. Numerous celebrities from Pakistan have successful enterprises of their own. Some people own their own beauty salons and spa facilities in addition to running restaurants and retail clothing stores.
Strength, endurance, talent, and imagination are necessary for starting and maintaining a business. Fortunately, some of divas have the traits needed to succeed as business owners. Here is the list of female performers and models who afterwards became prosperous businesswomen.
1. 1. Shagufta Ejaz
Shagufta Ejaz is a Pakistani actress who works in the Urdu cinema and television industries. She was born on May 5, 1971. She was born in the village of Kunjah in the Pakistani province of Punjab’s District Gujrat. She made an appearance in the 1990s classic serials on PTV Home. She is regarded as one of Pakistan’s best actors. She also made a couple Punjabi movies appearances.
Shagufta Ejaz began her acting career in the 1990s and has gone a long way since then. She established her own salon, Envy, about a decade ago.
2. 2. Nadia Hussain
The famous actresses are not far behind in the entrepreneurial race, as they are working hard to give the finest chances to the general public, not only for amusement but also for excellent health and care.
In addition to her acting profession, Nadia Hussain has a beauty and bridal shop in Karachi, as well as a cosmetic clinic where she provides certain skin-nourishing operations. Nadia Hussain, a former supermodel, runs two enterprises. Nadia Hussain Salon and Clinic is the name of her beauty salon, which she founded in 2014. In 2019, she entered the cosmetics industry with the launch of her brand Bling by Nadia Hussain.
Nadia also has a cosmetic firm called NH Bling Cosmetics, which offers some of the best cosmetics for women to shine and be attractive in many settings. Nadia’s apparel line is also well-known and attracts the attention of many ladies of various ages owing to the design and colour combinations that she offers.
Nadia’s first ground-breaking, entirely halal (Sanha Certified) cosmetic product, Bling, has a variety of gorgeous lip and eye hues and is poised to become a household name.
3. 3. Atiqa Odho
Atiqa Odho, who was born on February 12, 1968, is a Pakistani actress, television personality, and the creator of the cosmetics company Odho cosmetics. She made her TV series debut in Anwar Maqsood’s. She became well-known for the drama Sitara aur Mehrunissa and then made appearances in Dasht, Nijaat, Harjaee, and most recently Humsafar. Later, she appeared in a number of movies, such as Mummy, Jo Darr Gya Woh Marr Gya, and Mujhe Chand Chahiye.
She was the first Pakistani celebrity to establish her own line of make-up and cosmetics, Atiqa Odho Cosmetics. The attractiveness of the person behind the project encouraged the brand’s popularity among the general public as soon as it was released.
Odho Cosmetics, which was founded in 2004, is one of Pakistan’s most popular cosmetics companies. Atiqa Odho is not only an actress, but also the first female celebrity in Pakistan to launch a cosmetics line.
4. 4. Hareem Farooq
Born on May 26, 1992, Hareem Farooq is a Pakistani theatre, film, and television actor as well as a producer. She is best known for her roles in the television series Diyar-e-Dil and Pawnay 14 August. She co-produced Janaan before directing her 2018 hit Parchi. She holds the distinction of being the first female celebrity to host the Pakistan Super League in the same year.
Hareem Farooq is a dedicated model who works hard via her production company IRK Productions. The flicks have already begun to win over audiences’ hearts. And they are anxious to see some all-encompassing flicks with real drama and climax.
Owner of the renowned film production company IRK Films is Hareem Farooq. Heer Maan Ja, Parchi, and Siyaah are just a few of the well-known films produced by the firm in which the actress has starred.
5. 5. Juggun Kazim
Syeda Mehrbano Kazim is a Pakistani Canadian actress, television host, and YouTube personality who goes by the stage name Juggun Kazim. She has participated in many Canadian and Pakistani films. She represents the brand in Pakistan for Garnier Fructis.
Juggun Kazim is a well-known Pakistani model and actress who has taken on the task of urging the people to take care of their health and looks. With these thoughts in mind, she opened her salon near a gym. This gives opportunity for women to keep healthy and eat a balanced diet. Her Salon and Gym have been recognised for the high level of services they give to their consumers.
6. 6. Hadiqa Kiani
Pakistani singer, songwriter, guitarist, actor, and philanthropist Hadiqa Kiani. She has played in the Royal Albert Hall and The Kennedy Center, and she has won several national and international accolades. Along with Punjabi and Urdu, she has also performed a number of Pashto songs.
Hadiqa Kiani is a businesswoman in addition to being a fantastic singer and actress. She runs the Hadiqa Kiani Salon, where she also performs bridal cosmetics.
For her services to the music industry, Kiani was given the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz, the fourth-highest civilian honour in Pakistan, in 2006. She became the first woman in Pakistan to serve as a United Nations Development Program Goodwill Ambassador when she was chosen for the position in 2010.
7. 7. Maya Ali
Maryam Tanveer, better known by her stage name Maya Ali, was born in Pakistan on July 27, 1989. She made her acting debut in the telenovela Durr-e-Shehwar, and later won recognition for her portrayals of the lead roles in the films Aik Nayee Cinderella and Aun Zara (2012). Ali achieved success for her portrayal of Manahil Javed in the romance Mann Mayal on Hum TV. With Teefa In Trouble, she made her feature debut in 2018.
MAYA Pret-a-Porter, Maya Ali’s new business, was announced on social media, along with the brand’s logo.
I am absolutely thrilled and a teeny bit nervous to launch MAYA prêt-a-porter. All I need now is your love and prayers
Maya Ali
8. 8. Sanam Jung
Sanam Jung is a former television personality, model, actress, and VJ from Pakistan. She debuted on television in the year 2000 with the hit show Dil e Muztar on Hum TV (2013).
Sanam Jung is another excellent actor who has launched her own company. Sanam Jung Fragrances is Pakistan’s first female-led fragrance brand, with the goal of creating creative and exciting aromas tailored exclusively for the country.
9. 9. Ayesha Omar
Ayesha Omar, a former VJ who is now an actor, recently disclosed that she has been working on a project that is extremely important to her. She will introduce her skincare line on March 8, which also happens to be International Women’s Day.
Ayesha picked this day to launch her new business for two primary reasons: one, it’s her favourite number (8), and second, it’s Women’s Day, and she wanted to honour powerful women like her mother. “Accept who you are as you are. With Ayesha O Beauty, let’s get back to being ourselves, the company’s motto reads.
100% natural, cruelty-free, paraben-free, sulphate-free and vegan.
Ayesha Omar
Ayesha Omar, actress of Bulbulay and Karachi Se Lahore, has added ‘entrepreneur’ to her list of accomplishments. Ayesha.O.Beauty, her skincare company, was just established, and the product line is inspired by nature.
10. 10. Urwa and Mawra
10.1. The Hocane Sisters
A Pakistani actress, model, and media personality with the stage name Urwa Hocane, UrwaTul Wusqua Hussain was born on July 2, 1991. In 2012, she made her acting debut as Rukhsana in Khushboo Ka Ghar.
The role of Meera in Udaari, which Hocane shared with Farhan Saeed, garnered her a Hum Award for Best On-Screen Couple and a nomination for Best Actress Popular. She received a nomination for the Lux Style Award for Best Actress from the critics for her performance as Guddi in Momina Duraid’s Mushk.
Urwa and Mawra are the proud proprietors of their apparel brand U X M, making them another strong sister combo in Pakistani showbiz. The company caters to those with a Western aesthetic, although they just included Eastern clothing as well.
11. 11. Aiman and Minal Khan
With their brand AnM Closet, the youthful and vivacious couple Aiman and Minal Khan have brought something new to casual clothing. Women adore the sisters’ aesthetic, and they also serve as models for their company.
Additionally, Aiman Khan and Kohasaa recently worked together to introduce their own scent. The actress said that it would be released shortly on Instagram.
12. 12. Mushk Kaleem
For a time now, Mushk Kaleem has dominated Pakistan’s modelling scene. With a selection of fragrant candles, she has since entered the commercial world.
Recently, the businessman unveiled Musk by Mushk. The following perfumes are available for potential purchasers to select from: Wild Mulberry, Coffee Vanilla, Lavender, Jasmine Citrus, Woodfire, and Cherry Blossom.
13. 13. Saheefa Jabbar Khattak
Saheefa Jabbar Khattak, a former model who is now an actor, is making sure she investigates all of her career choices. She established herself as an entrepreneur after showing herself in the entertainment sector.
Evervanna is a new fashion line founded by Saheefa and Khawaja Khizer Hussain that specialises on simple, daily clothing. Her involvement in the Pakistani fashion business is expanded through Evervanna, which is also an expression of her desire to make more contributions.
14. 14. Mahira Khan
Superwoman Mahira Khan founded her production firm Soul Fry Films in collaboration with another superwoman, Nina Kashif. When women get together, amazing things can happen, and this is precisely what we want to happen! They are working together to create the online series Baarwan Khiladi.
Mahira is the owner of the online journal Mashion, which is known as the go-to place for the modern Pakistani woman to receive her daily fix of the topics she cares about.
15. 15. Sameena Perzada
Samina Peerzada is a Pakistani actress, producer, and director who works in cinema and television. Rafee Peer Theater Group and Rafi Peer Global Entertainment is owned by Sameena Perzada and his husband. In addition, the pair manages ‘Peeru’s Cafe‘ the most well-known cafe in Lahore.
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