Salma is currently starring in the 2026 Hum TV hit Zanjeerein as Begum Shahana, a role that has been praised for its quiet strength. She is also appearing in the LTN Studio series Roag alongside Sarah Khan and Imran Ashraf. In March 2026, she was a guest on Good Morning Pakistan, where she spoke about the importance of "aging gracefully" in an industry obsessed with youth. The "Sab Set Hai" Pioneer (1990s–2000s): Salma was part of the revolutionary urban sitcom Sab Set Hai (as Naju), which defined the youth culture of the early 2000s. Along with Mani and Azfar Ali, she brought a natural, conversational acting style to Pakistani TV that broke the rigid PTV traditions of the time. The "Strong Matriarch" Era (2020s): In recent years, she has become the industry's first choice for complex maternal roles. Her 2023 performance in Pyari Mona (as Mona's mother) was a critical triumph, as she portrayed the internal conflict of a mother projecting societal beauty standards onto her daughter. Other modern hits include Mujhe Pyaar Hua Tha (2023), Fairytale 1 & 2 (as the lovable Zoya), and the global hit Parizaad (2021). Recent 2024–2025 Success: 2025 was a massive year for her with Sunn Mere Dil (Geo TV) and Faraar (Green Entertainment). In 2024, she delivered a standout performance in Ishq Hua and the limited series Very Filmy, showcasing her undiminished comedic timing. Personal Resilience: Born on February 25, 1975, in Karachi, Salma is a history and diplomancy graduate. She is widely respected for the grace with which she handled her high-profile divorce from actor/director Azfar Ali in 2012. She has since been a vocal advocate for co-parenting and emotional health, focusing on her daughter, Fatima, who is also a budding creative.
