Actor
Saqib Saleem
Based In
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Origin
New Delhi, Delhi, India
Years Active
2011–Present
Saqib Saleem – Biography
Saqib Saleem – Full Information
- Full Name: Saqib Saleem Qureshi
- Profession: Actor, Model
- Date of Birth: 8 April 1988
- Age: 38 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: New Delhi, Delhi, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Hometown: New Delhi, India
- Religion: Islam
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
Physical Appearence
- Height: Approximately 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
- Weight: Approximately 75 kg
- Eye Colour: Dark Brown
- Hair Colour: Black
Family
- Father: Saleem Qureshi (Restaurateur; owner of the Saleem’s restaurant chain)
- Mother: Ameena Qureshi
- Sister: Huma Qureshi (Actress)
- Brothers: Naeem Qureshi, Haseen Qureshi
Education
- Completed schooling in Delhi.
- Attended college in Delhi before moving to Mumbai for modeling and acting
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight |
|---|---|
| 2010 | Started his career as a professional model and appeared in several television commercials for leading brands. |
| 2011 | Made his Bollywood debut with Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge. |
| 2013 | Gained recognition for his performance in Mere Dad Ki Maruti. |
| 2013 | Appeared in the anthology film Bombay Talkies. |
| 2014 | Received praise for his role in Hawaa Hawaai. |
| 2016 | Played a supporting role in the action-comedy film Dishoom. |
| 2018 | Starred in Dil Juunglee and appeared in the blockbuster Race 3. |
| 2020 | Played the lead role in the action web series Crackdown. |
| 2021 | Portrayed legendary cricketer Mohinder Amarnath in the sports drama ’83. |
| 2022 | Returned as the lead in Crackdown Season 2. |
| 2024 | Appeared in the spy action thriller web series Citadel: Honey Bunny. |
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Filmfare Awards | Best Male Debut | 57th Filmfare Awards | Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge | Nominated |
| 2012 | Screen Awards | Most Promising Newcomer – Male | 18th Screen Awards | Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge | Nominated |
| 2012 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Male Debut | Zee Cine Awards | Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge | Nominated |
| 2012 | Producers Guild Film Awards | Best Male Debut | 7th Producers Guild Film Awards | Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge | Nominated |
About Saqib Saleem
Saqib Saleem is an Indian actor and former model who works primarily in Hindi films and web series.
He made his Bollywood debut in 2011 with Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge.
Yes, actress Huma Qureshi is his elder sister.
His notable films include Mujhse Fraaandship Karoge, Mere Dad Ki Maruti, Dishoom, Race 3, and '83.
No, Saqib Saleem is not publicly known to be married.