Acting
Sarwat Gilani
Sarwat Gilani (born December 22, 1982) is a Pakistani actress of film and television and social activist. Known for her versatile acting, her works include numerous television plays, web series, and feature films. She is best known to international audiences for her role in Joyland (2022), which won the Best International Film Jury Award at the Cannes Film Festival. Her activism stretches from advocacy for women's rights to child abuse. She is an ambassador for Special Olympics Pakistan, Indus Hospital Health Network, and Search for Justice. She has repeatedly sparked controversy for her openness to discuss taboo topics like her open support for the LGBTQ community.
Titles
Rewind with Samina Peerzada
2017
Kis Ki Aayegi Baraat
2009
Joyland
2022
Malaal
2009
Biryani
2025
Meri Zaat Zarra-e-Benishan
2009
The After Moon Show
2018
Churails
2020
Aahista Aahista
2014
To Be Honest
2020
Iftar Mulaqat
2016
Azar Ki Ayegi Baraat
2009
Meray Dard Ko Jo Zuban Miley
2012
khasara
2018
Dil e Muztar
2013
Qatil Haseenaon Ke Naam
2021
3 Bahadur: Rise of the Warriors
2018
Jawani Phir Nahi Ani
2015
Dil Mera Dhadkan Teri
2013
Jawani Phir Nahi Ani 2
2018
3 Bahadur: The Revenge of Baba Balaam
2016