The year 2021 has been quite the year for the Pakistani drama industry with some memorable hits that will be remembered for the longest time. With numerous shows being made in the country, the audiences are now being introduced to a number of new performers every year out of which some have made their mark and have impressed viewers with their acting skills.

As 2021 comes to a close, here’s a roundup of the top debutants that have proved they are here to stay in the industry:

Hadiqa Kiani

The surprising debut actress for the year definitely would be awarded to the beautiful songstress Hadiqa Kiani who played made her thundering debut with Raqeeb Se alongside industry veterans Noman Ejaz and Sania Saeed. Kiani essayed the role of the innocent Sakina with utter grace and poise and left viewers wondering why she didn’t chose to act earlier on! The singer turned actress is currently playing Mehru in drama serial Dobara, paired opposite Bilal Abbas Khan. Kudos to her for making a mark on viewers with her phenomenal acting skills.

Hassan Sheheryar Yasin (HSY)

Making a surprising debut onto the small screens, hailing from the fashion world, renown fashion designer, Hassan Sheheryar Yasin (HSY) was seen as the notorious Akram Bhaijaan in ARY Digital’s Pehli Si Muhabbat alongside Maya Ali and Sheheryar Munavar. In a completely unconventional role, HSY proved he was just as talented as the other actors with whom she shared screen space with.

Zaviyar Ejaz

Following his father,Naumaan Ejaz’s footsteps, Zaviyar Ejaz has recently made his entry into the drama industry with his role in Qissa Meherbano Ka, he plays the earnest, kind and boy-next-door, Murad who is hopelessly in love with Mehru (Mawra Hocane). While his first drama is still on air, the junior prodigy in making has another blockbuster in the making lined up. He will soon be seen in Sang e Mah alongside senior performers Naumaan Ejaz, Sania Saeed and Omair Rana.

Arsalan Naseer

Social media sensation, Arsalan Naseer of Comics by Arsalan fame made his way to the Pakistani drama industry with the role of Hadi in Ramadan special transmission, ‘Chupke Chupke’. He is known for his parody videos and comic banter and that’s just what he brought to the super-hit show.

Aymen Saleem

The gorgeous newcomer, Aymen Saleem is surely a beauty with brains. The starlet wowed viewers with her quirky, cute and a little nerdy look in Chupke Chupke paired opposite fellow debutant Arsalan Naseer. We’re definitely looking forward to seeing her on our screens once again!

Hamza Sohail

Passionate about acting and making a name for himself in the drama industry, Hamza Sohail made his entry with essaying the role of Abdul in Raqeeb Se. His commendable performance proves his acting prowess and he has signed many more projects since then.

Dananeer

The pawri girl, Dananeer Mobeen leaves no stone unturned to make the viewers smile in her debut performance in drama, Sinf e Aahan as the lovable, bubbly and super-cute Syeda Sidra. The social media star is here to rule viewer’s hearts and is here to stay!

Ibrahim Alavi

The newcomer has only been seen in one drama as yet but he’s surely made his mark with his phenomenal performance as Dr Minhaj in Mohabbatain Chahatein. Kudos to him for taking on such a challenging role as his debut performance.

Momin Saqib

The social media star shot to fame after his viral video on the Pakistani cricket team’s performance, little did we know he would soon make his mark with drama Be Adab and then his breakthrough in Raqs e Bismil as Essa was loved by one and all.

Azaan Sami Khan

Composer, singer Azaan Sami Khan has turned into actor for Ishq E Laa. He plays the lead actor paired alongside television queens, Yumna Zaidi and Sajal Aly. Azaan Sami Khan’s chemistry with Sajal Aly is commendable and viewers are loving their chemistry on-screen.