Huma Qureshi is an Indian actress who works mainly in Hindi films and series. Discovered by Anurag Kashyap while shooting an ad, she made her debut in Gangs of Wasseypur (2012) and went on to Dedh Ishqiya, Badlapur, Jolly LLB 2 and the SonyLIV political drama Maharani, which won her a Filmfare OTT Award.
Huma Qureshi quick facts
| Full name | Huma Saleem Qureshi |
| Date of birth | 28 July 1986 |
| Birthplace | New Delhi, India |
| Brother | Actor Saqib Saleem |
| Profession | Actress |
| Known for | Gangs of Wasseypur, Maharani |
| Award | Filmfare OTT Award |
Early life
Huma Qureshi was born on 28 July 1986 in New Delhi. Her father, Saleem Qureshi, runs the Saleem’s restaurant chain, and her mother is of Kashmiri descent. She studied history at Gargi College while doing theatre and modelling, then moved to Mumbai to shoot commercials.
Career
- 2012 Debuts in Gangs of Wasseypur
- 2014 Dedh Ishqiya
- 2015 Badlapur
- 2017 Jolly LLB 2
- 2021 Stars in Maharani and Army of the Dead
- 2026 Plays a deaf and mute assassin in Baby Do Die Do
Maharani
As Rani Bharti, a homemaker who becomes chief minister of Bihar, Qureshi leads one of India’s most successful political streaming dramas.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Huma Qureshi?
She was born on 28 July 1986, so she is 40 years old in 2026.
What was Huma Qureshi’s first film?
Gangs of Wasseypur (2012).
Who is Huma Qureshi’s brother?
Actor Saqib Saleem.
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