Danial Afzal Khan
Danial Afzal Khan drama list: 42 Pakistani TV dramas since 2016. Now on air: Sambhal Jaa Aye Dil (Airs Mon-Wed · 7:00 PM PKT). Known for Zanjeerain,…
42 shows
Since 2016
Born 1989
Known for Zanjeerain·Dastoor·Faraar
Danial Afzal Khan drama list: 42 Pakistani TV dramas since 2016. Now on air: Sambhal Jaa Aye Dil (Airs Mon-Wed · 7:00 PM PKT). Known for Zanjeerain,…
Known for Zanjeerain·Dastoor·Faraar
Danial is currently headlining the Green TV Entertainment blockbuster Sharakat (2025–2026), starring as the lead opposite Sumaiyya Bukhsh in a story of complex emotional bonds and sacrifice. He is also playing Muneer in the 2025 Geo Entertainment serial Mafaad Parast and Ausaf in Aas Paas. In March 2026, he starred in the Dikhawa episode "Khud Pasand" alongside Sania Shamshad.The "Nomi" Phenomenon: While he debuted in 2016, his mainstream breakthrough came with the 2020 hit Raaz-e-Ulfat. His portrayal of the manipulative Nomi was so impactful that it earned him a "Best Villain" reputation across the industry. He followed this with another high-performance role as Natha in the 2024 psychological drama Pagal Khana.Horror & Supernatural Versatility: Danial is one of the few actors who has successfully led horror projects. He starred in Pakistan’s first found-footage horror film Aksbandh (2016) as Ayaan. More recently, he played Feroze, a jinn who falls in love with a human, in the popular supernatural series Saaya 2 (2022).Filmography: He appeared as Christian Bail in the star-studded 2023 action-comedy film Money Back Guarantee, directed by Faisal Qureshi. His film credits also include a lead role in the indie horror project Paranormal Karachi Nights.Background & Profile: Born and raised in Karachi, Danial (5'11") began his career as a VJ and model before moving to television. He is known for his dedication to character-driven roles, often stating in interviews that he prefers "characters with layers" over traditional hero archetypes.
