Nadeem

Actor

July 19, 1941 (85 years)
​Nadeem Baig (born Mirza Nazeer Baig; July 19, 1941), best known by his screen name Nadeem (Urdu: ندیم ), is a legendary Pakistani actor, singer, and producer whose career spans over five decades. Widely regarded as one of the most iconic figures in South Asian cinema, he dominated Pakistani Urdu cinema during the 1970s and 1980s as its leading box-office hero.

​After starting as a playback singer, Baig made a star-making acting debut in the 1967 blockbuster Chakori. He went on to star in over 200 films, forming an iconic on-screen pairing with actress Shabnam in classic hits like Pehchan (1975) and the record-breaking romance Aina (1977). As cinema evolved, he transitioned smoothly into respected character roles, featuring in modern hits like Superstar (2019), Parey Hut Love (2019), and television dramas such as Ishq e Laa.

​A decorated veteran, Baig holds a record 16 Nigar Awards for Best Actor and was honored with the prestigious Pride of Performance award by the Government of Pakistan in 1997.

Known For

  • I Am Shahid Afridi
    I Am Shahid Afridi
  • Superstar
    Superstar
  • Azaadi
    Azaadi
  • Koi Tujh Sa Kahan
    Koi Tujh Sa Kahan
  • Bhai Log : All About Nation
    Bhai Log : All About Nation
  • Sargam (Melody)
    Sargam (Melody)

Filmography

2022
Zarrar · as Colonel Mustajab
2019
Parey Hut Love · as Faisal
2019
Superstar · as Agha Jaan/saleem Malik
2018
2018
Azaadi · as Azaad's Father
2016
2014
The System · as Pesh Imam
2013
I Am Shahid Afridi · as Imam Deen
2011
2011
Love Mein Gum · as Dr. Kanwal
2005
2005
2003
1999
1998
1995
1995
Mushkil · as Guest Appearance
1995
1993
1990
1988
Market · as Tariq
1985
Hero · as Guest Appearance
1983
Durdesh · as Tony

1977
The Mirror · as Nadeem