Huma Qureshi
Huma Qureshi is an Indian actor, best known for Tamil cinema. Huma Qureshi began their career in 2012 and has been a prominent figure in the industry for over 14 years. With 30 credits to their name and an average audience rating of 6.7, Huma Qureshi remains one of the most prolific and celebrated talents in the industry. Spanning 10+ years, Huma Qureshi's career remains one of the longest and most celebrated in Tamil cinema.
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Biography
Huma Qureshi is an Indian actress who mainly works in Hindi cinema. She worked as a theater actor and model before beginning her film career. After starring in several theatrical productions, Qureshi moved to Mumbai and signed a two-year contract with Hindustan Unilever to appear in television commercials. During the shoot of a Samsung mobile commercial, Anurag Kashyap noticed her acting ability and signed her for his films.\r\n\r\nQureshi made her feature film debut with a supporting role in the 2012 critically acclaimed crime drama Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 1 and Part 2. Qureshi's performance won wide critical acclaim, earning several nominations in the Best Supporting Actress and Best Female Debut category (including Filmfare). She further received critical acclaim for her portrayal of a range of characters, including a witch in the horror thriller Ek Thi Daayan, a RAW explosives expert in the underworld drama D-Day, and the promiscuous companion of a Begum in the black comedy thriller Dedh Ishqiya. In 2012, IBN Live called her one of the most promising newcomers in India.
Personal Info
Career Milestones
Film debut
View film →Highest rated: Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 2 (8.4)
View film →Iconic Roles
Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 2
The strong-willed love interest of Faizal Khan, who marries him and becomes a pivotal character in the gang war saga.
Badlapur
A sex worker who provides a crucial piece of information that drives the protagonist's quest for revenge.
D Day
An undercover RAW agent posing as a dancer in Pakistan, involved in a mission to capture a terrorist.
Defining Moments
Debut in Gangs of Wasseypur
Her critically acclaimed debut in Anurag Kashyap's epic crime saga launched her career in Hindi cinema.
Role in Badlapur
Her performance in this dark revenge thriller was widely praised and showcased her versatility.
Hollywood Debut in Army of the Dead
Marked her entry into international cinema with a major role in Zack Snyder's Netflix film.
Filmography
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Career Analytics
Genre Breakdown
Language Distribution
Films by Decade
Top Co-Actors
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Did You Know?
Huma Qureshi made her film debut with a double role in the two-part crime saga 'Gangs of Wasseypur' (2012).
She holds a Bachelor's degree in History from the University of Delhi.
Before acting, she worked as a model and appeared in television commercials for brands like Hindustan Unilever.
She is the sister of actor Saqib Saleem.
She received a Filmfare Award nomination for Best Female Debut for 'Gangs of Wasseypur'.
Signature Dialogues
Main tumse pyaar karti hoon, Faizal. Lekin main tumhare saath nahi reh sakti.
Mohsina Hamid·Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 2
Yeh duniya sirf do tarah ke logon se bani hai... jo marte hain aur jo maarte hain.
Mohsina Hamid·Gangs of Wasseypur - Part 2
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News & Stories
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Legacy & Influence
Huma Qureshi has carved a distinct niche in contemporary Hindi cinema through her bold and unconventional role choices, challenging the archetypal portrayal of women in mainstream films. Her career trajectory is defined by a deliberate shift from commercial television advertisements to serious, character-driven cinema, beginning with her explosive debut in Anurag Kashyap's epic crime saga 'Gangs of Wasseypur' (2012). As Mohsina, she delivered a performance that was both grounded and fiercely independent, instantly marking her as an actress of substantial depth and authenticity. This debut set the tone for a filmography that consistently prioritizes substance over stereotype. In films like 'D Day' (2013), she played a RAW agent, and in 'Badlapur' (2015), she portrayed a complex, morally ambiguous character, further showcasing her range and willingness to inhabit flawed, real women. Her contribution extends beyond typical 'heroine' roles; she often embodies characters with agency, resilience, and emotional complexity, whether in the courtroom drama 'Jolly LLB 2' (2017) or the dystopian 'Leila' (2019). Qureshi's impact lies in her successful navigation of both independent and mainstream spaces, proving that actresses can build a credible career on the strength of performance rather than conventional glamour. She has become a symbol for a more nuanced, performance-oriented approach to female characters in an industry often dominated by typecasting, inspiring a generation of actors to seek out layered narratives.