Shagufta Ejaz

Shagufta Ejaz is one of the most respected and versatile actors in the Pakistani television industry. With a career spanning over three decades, she has captivated audiences with her powerful performances across various genres, from intense emotional dramas to lighthearted sitcoms.

Career Beginnings
Shagufta Ejaz embarked on her acting journey in the late 1980s, an era that defined the golden age of Pakistan Television (PTV). She made her phenomenal television debut in 1989 with the classic PTV Home serial Jangloos, where her portrayal of Jamila instantly won the hearts of viewers. During this era, she also ventured into Punjabi and Urdu cinema with films like Chan Varyam (1981) and Kalay Chor (1991). Throughout the 1990s, she became a prominent face on PTV, starring in iconic dramas like Aanch, Angar Wadi, and Aansoo. Her ability to seamlessly slip into diverse characters quickly established her as a formidable force in the entertainment industry.

Rise to Fame
As private television networks began to flourish in Pakistan, Shagufta transitioned smoothly, collaborating with top-tier channels such as Hum TV, ARY Digital, and Geo Entertainment. Her rise to widespread modern fame was solidified by her iconic comedic role as Hajra Aapa in ARY Digital’s long-running hit sitcom Bulbulay. Her impeccable comedic timing proved to be just as impactful as her dramatic prowess.

She received massive critical acclaim for her villainous yet captivating performance as Durdana Phupho