Hiba Nawab is a well-known Indian actress who has made a name for herself in Hindi television. At 27 years old, she is currently captivating audiences as Jhanak Raina Bose in the popular Star Plus show Jhanak. Hiba is best known for her roles in various hit TV shows, including Tere Sheher Mein, Meri Saasu Maa, Bhaag Bakool Bhaag, Jijaji Chhat Par Hain, Woh Toh Hai Albelaa, and now Jhanak. In this article, we’ll delve into Hiba Nawab’s personal life, her career journey, and how she rose to fame.
Here’s Everything You Wanted to Know about TV Actress Hiba Nawab aka Jhanak Raina
Early Life
Hiba Nawab was born on November 14, 1996, in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, India. From a young age, she was active in extracurricular activities like dancing and dreamed of becoming a lawyer. At just 10 years old, Hiba even taught a small group of students without charging any fees. Her early entry into acting began as a child artist, appearing in popular television series such as Zee TV’s Saat Phere – Saloni Ka Safar (2008) and Sony Sab’s Lo Ho Gayi Pooja Iss Ghar Ki (2009).
Early Career Days
Hiba made her acting debut as a child artist in the horror series Ssshhhh…Phir Koi Hai where she played the role of Dolly. She then portrayed Shweta Singh, Saloni’s adoptive daughter, in Saat Phere: Saloni Ka Safar. Her last appearance as a child artist was in Lo Ho Gayi Pooja Iss Ghar Ki before she took a break from acting.
In 2015, Hiba returned to television with a lead role in Star Plus’s Tere Sheher Mein as Amaya Mathur Gupta. She also sang a reprised version of the popular song “Dheere Dheere” for the show. In 2016, she played Pari Sinha Singh Chauhan in Zee TV’s Meri Saasu Maa, followed by her role as Sheena Bakul Vasavda in Colors TV’s Bhaag Bakool Bhaag in 2017. From 2018 to 2020, Hiba gained widespread recognition for her role as Elaichi Bansal Khurana in Sony SAB’s Jijaji Chhat Per Hain, a performance that won her the Indian Telly Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role (Female) – Popular.
In 2021, she took on the challenging double role of Connaught Place “CP” Sharma and Chandraprabha in Jijaji Chhat Parr Koii Hai. Hiba’s excellent run continued from March 2022 to June 2023, when she played Sayuri Sharma Choudhary in Woh Toh Hai Albelaa on Star Bharat, opposite Shaheer Sheikh. Since November 2023, she has been winning hearts with her portrayal of Jhanak Raina Bose in the Star Plus show Jhanak.
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Career Highlights
Here’s a quick overview of Hiba Nawab’s key roles:
- Ssshhhh…Phir Koi Hai (2008): Made her debut as Dolly.
- Saat Phere: Saloni Ka Safar (2008): Played Shweta Singh, Saloni’s adoptive daughter.
- Lo Ho Gayi Pooja Iss Ghar Ki (2009): Worked as a child artist.
- Crazy Stupid Ishq (2013): Played Anushka “Pampi” Atwal.
- Tere Sheher Mein (2015): Portrayed Amaya Mathur Gupta.
- Meri Saasu Maa (2016): Played Pari Sinha Sharma / Pari Sinha Singh Chauhan.
- Bhaag Bakool Bhaag (2017): Portrayed Sheena Bakul Vasavda.
- Jijaji Chhat Per Hain (2018-2020): Played the lead role of Elaichi “Ellu” Bansal Khurana.
- Jijaji Chhat Parr Koii Hai (2021): Played Connaught Place “CP” Sharma and Chandraprabha.
- Woh Toh Hai Albelaa (2022-2023): Played Sayuri Sharma Choudhary.
- Jhanak (2023 – present): Currently portraying Jhanak Raina Bose.
Filmography
Hiba Nawab’s journey in television began in 2008 with her roles in Ssshhhh…Phir Koi Hai and Saat Phere – Saloni Ka Safar, where she portrayed Dolly and Shweta Singh, respectively. In 2009, she appeared in Lo Ho Gayi Pooja Iss Ghar Ki. After a brief break, she returned to the screen in 2013 as Anushka “Pampi” Atwal in Crazy Stupid Ishq. Her big break came in 2015 with Tere Sheher Mein, followed by Meri Saasu Maa in 2016, and Bhaag Bakool Bhaag in 2017.
From 2018 to 2020, Hiba’s role as Elaichi “Ellu” Bansal Khurana in Jijaji Chhat Per Hain brought her widespread popularity. In 2021, she played a double role in Jijaji Chhat Parr Koii Hai. Continuing her streak of successful roles, she starred as Sayuri Sharma Choudhary in Woh Toh Hai Albelaa from 2022 to 2023. Since 2023, she has been playing the lead role of Jhanak Raina Bose in the Star Plus TV serial Jhanak.
In addition to her TV roles, Hiba has made special appearances in shows like Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai (2015), Kumkum Bhagya (2016), and Pandya Store (2023). She has also been featured in several music videos, including “Tanha Hoon” by Yasser Desai (2021), “Chabbi” by Rico (2022), and “Rulate Ho” (2023).
Personal Life
Hiba Nawab was linked romantically with her co-actor Pearl V Puri during the shooting of Meri Saasu Maa. Their close relationship reportedly caused some issues on set, leading to rumors of tension among the cast and crew. However, Hiba later addressed these rumors.
More About Hiba Nawab: Her likes and dislikes
Hiba is a fitness enthusiast who enjoys traveling and frequently shares her adventures on social media. She is an animal lover and has a pet cat named Snowy. Hiba has a quirky habit of talking to her reflection in the mirror. She is also selective about the roles she takes, often turning down offers that involve intimate scenes.
Due to her sensitive skin, she avoids wearing accessories or jewelry when not on set. Her favorite foods include samosas, jalebi, rajma chawal, chicken biryani, and chocolates. She loves Mughlai and Chinese cuisine, and her favorite holiday destinations are Ladakh, Kashmir, Paris, and Las Vegas. Hiba’s car collection includes a Hyundai Verna and a Mercedes-Benz Auto Hangar. Her favorite actors are Shah Rukh Khan and Robert Pattinson, and her favorite actress is Deepika Padukone.
Hiba Nawab has made a significant impact in the Indian television industry with her talent, charm, and dedication. From her early days as a child artist to becoming a leading actress, she has consistently impressed audiences with her performances. As she continues to shine in her current role as Jhanak Raina Bose, Hiba Nawab remains a beloved figure in the world of entertainment.
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