Arij Fatyma

Arij Fatyma, born Aribah Fatima Jafri on November 7, 1989, in Greensboro, North Carolina, U.S., is a prominent American-Pakistani television actress and influencer. Her family relocated to Karachi in 2005, where she excelled academically, securing the second position in her matriculation exams. Fatyma began her career as a commercial model, quickly transitioning to acting after being offered a comic role in the 2012 Geo TV sitcom "Kis Din Mera Viyah Howay Ga 2". This debut proved to be her breakthrough, leading to a successful career in the Urdu television industry. Throughout her career, Arij Fatyma has garnered critical acclaim for her versatile performances. She is recognized for leading roles in numerous successful television series, including "Mar Jain Bhi To Kya" (2012), "Humnasheen" (2013), "Woh" (2013), "Kissey Apna Kahein" (2014), "Aik Pal" (2015), "Ishq Parast" (2015), "Aap Ke Liye" (2016), and "Yaar-e-Bewafa" (2017). Her performance in "Aik Pagal Si Larki" (2013) earned her a Best Soap Actress award at the Hum Awards, further solidifying her position in the industry. Beyond acting, she has served as a brand ambassador for various notable companies. After a two-year hiatus, Fatyma returned to television with the ARY Digital family drama "Hasad" (2019). Currently, she resides in Michigan, U.S., with her husband, physician Ozair Ali, whom she married in 2017, and their two sons. Alongside her acting pursuits, Arij Fatyma has also transitioned into a lifestyle influencer, sharing her experiences in parenting and travel with over 4 million followers across different platforms. She also works as an account executive for a Fortune 500 cybersecurity company.