Omair is currently starring as the complex antagonist Sikandar in the 2026 Green TV Entertainment blockbuster Maati, alongside Wahaj Ali. He also recently headlined the 2025 thriller Ishq-e-Junoon and appeared in the limited series Very Filmy (2024–2025). In March 2026, he was a keynote speaker at the Lahore Literary Festival, discussing the intersection of classical theater and modern digital storytelling. The Theater Foundation (1990s–Present): Omair is widely regarded as the backbone of modern Pakistani theater. He co-founded the Real Entertainment & Arts (REArt) and has directed over 50 plays. His work with Rafi Peer Theatre Workshop and his commitment to bringing Shakespearean and classical Urdu theater to local audiences have made him a legendary figure in the performing arts circuit. Television Breakthrough (2014–2018): Although he appeared in early PTV plays, his mainstream television breakthrough came with the 2014 hit Jackson Heights. He followed this with powerful performances in O Rangreza (2017), playing the poetic yet flawed Mammo, and the social drama Ullu Baraye Farokht Nahi. His role as Azaan in Aangan (2018) solidified his status as a "thinking man's actor". The "Pyar Ke Sadqay" & "Dil Na Umeed" Impact: Omair reached a new peak of fame with his chilling portrayal of the predatory Sarwar in Pyar Ke Sadqay (2020), a performance that won him critical acclaim and several award nominations for Best Actor in a Negative Role. He followed this with the socially significant Dil Na Umeed To Nahi (2021), tackling the dark reality of human trafficking. Educator & Mentor: Beyond the screen, Omair is a highly respected educator. He has served as a drama teacher at prestigious institutions like Aitchison College and LGS, mentoring a whole new generation of Pakistani talent. He often refers to himself as a "teacher first, actor second". Background: Born on January 31, 1978, in Mansoura, Egypt, Omair was raised in a highly academic environment. He holds a degree from the London School of Economics (LSE). He is married to Maira Rana, and they are known for their active involvement in social work and the promotion of arts.