Dur-e-Fishan Saleem—most people just call her Durefishan—has made a real mark on Pakistani TV. She’s the kind of actress who brings genuine emotion to her roles, no matter if she’s handling a heavy scene or just has to hold the screen with a look. If you’ve caught her in Kaisi Teri Khudgarzi, Ishq Murshid, or Khaie, you know why audiences have gotten attached to her.
Durefishan was born on January 14, 1996, in Lahore. If you’re doing the math, that means she turns 30 in 2026, though you know how birthdays can get mixed up online. Her dad, Saleem-ul-Hassan, is pretty well known in TV circles as a director and producer, so you could say showbiz is in her blood. But acting wasn’t her first plan—she actually studied law, earning her LLB from University College London. Only after wrapping up her degree did she feel the pull toward acting. Honestly, her career switch shows how unexpected—and exciting—life’s twists can be.
About her look—most places say she’s about 5’6″ (168 cm). She definitely stands out, whether it’s on TV or in fashion shoots, though take those height claims with a grain of salt since no one really double-checks them.
Durefishan’s first big break came in 2020 with her role as Erum in Dil Ruba. That debut helped her connect with drama fans and quickly led to more major roles. Here are some of the highlights:
Bharaas (2020–2021) – This drama really put her on people’s radar.
Pardes (2021) – She kept on challenging herself in different roles.
Kaisi Teri Khudgarzi (2022) – It was a milestone to play Mehak Shamsher opposite Danish Taimoor.
She essayed a character who was going through some personal troubles in Jaisay Aapki Marzi (2023).
Ishq Murshid (2023–2024) – As Shibra Shahmeer with Bilal Abbas Khan, her popularity only grew.
Khaie (2024) – She got to flex her acting chops with this intense revenge story.
Sanwal Yaar Piya (2025–2026) – She added yet another romantic drama, never slacking off.
You can see she’s not someone who likes to play it safe. Each project feels different, and she goes after roles that keep her growing as an actress.
On the family front, her parents are listed as Saleem-ul-Hassan and Shumaila Saleem, and she’s said to have two brothers and a sister. Despite her rising profile, she mostly steers clear of sharing details about her personal life. As of 2026, there’s nothing official about her being married or in a public relationship—so any rumours swirling around her and co-stars are just that: rumours.
Personally, I think Durefishan is one of the most exciting names in Pakistani TV right now. The fact that she shifted from law to acting and steadily built up her career says a lot about her talent and drive. I really respect how she lets her work speak for itself, instead of chasing attention for her private life. As long as she keeps choosing interesting roles and putting real effort into them, I don’t see her slowing down any time soon.
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