Here’s a detailed and authentic list of the Top 10 Superstars of Kashwood (Kashmiri Film Industry) — the actors, singers, and filmmakers who represent the cultural beauty, resilience, and artistic spirit of Kashmir 👇
1. Zaira Wasim
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Born:
23 October 2000, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir.
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Profession:
Actress.
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Known For:
Dangal, Secret
Superstar.
· Why Superstar: The most recognized modern Kashmiri actress in Indian cinema; won the National Film Award for her debut and became a symbol of youth inspiration.
2. Aamir
Bashir
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Born:
Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir.
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Profession:
Actor | Director | Producer.
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Known For:
Harud, Haider,
Inside Edge, Sacred Games.
· Why Superstar: Internationally recognized actor-director; his film Harud (Autumn) was one of the first modern Kashmiri language films to win global praise.
3.
Sanjay Suri
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Born:
6 April 1971, Srinagar, Kashmir.
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Profession:
Actor | Producer.
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Known For:
My Brother… Nikhil, Jhankaar Beats, Filhaal,
I Am.
· Why Superstar: A prominent Kashmiri Pandit actor who bridged mainstream Bollywood and Kashmiri representation; also a national award-winning producer.
4. Mir
Sarwar
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Born:
19 February 1977, Srinagar.
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Profession:
Actor | Writer | Director.
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Known For:
Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Kesari, Notebook, Half Window Stories (Kashmiri short films).
· Why Superstar: Has become the face of Kashmiri representation in Bollywood; balances mainstream and regional cinema roles.
5. Hina
Khan
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Born:
2 October 1987, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir.
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Profession:
Actress | Model.
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Known For:
Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, Lines, Unlock,
Country of Blind.
· Why Superstar: A global face of Kashmiri origin; represented India at Cannes Film Festival; has helped popularize Kashmiri culture worldwide.
6.
Kiran Rathod
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Born:
11 January 1981, Jaipur (but Kashmiri roots).
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Profession:
Actress.
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Known For:
South Indian and Hindi films like Ajnabee,
Thirumalai, Jaani Dushman.
· Why Superstar: Among early Kashmiri-origin actresses who made it to mainstream Indian cinema.
7.
Tariq Bhat
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Born:
Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir.
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Profession:
Director | Actor | Producer.
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Known For:
Identity Card, Kashmir Daily.
· Why Superstar: Director-actor who uses cinema to portray the realities of Kashmir; his films focus on social issues and youth identity.
8.
Lalit Parimoo
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Born:
28 September 1964, Kashmir Valley.
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Profession:
Actor.
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Known For:
Shaktimaan, Haider, Mulk, Aashram.
· Why Superstar: Veteran actor and theatre artist; his performance in Haider highlighted Kashmiri depth and emotion on the big screen.
9.
Suhail Najjar
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Profession:
Actor | Writer.
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Known For:
Kashmir Files Web Shorts, Kashir Short Film Series.
· Why Superstar: A rising talent in modern Kashmiri cinema; part of the new wave representing realistic regional storytelling.
10.
Mudasir Zafar
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Born:
Kishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir.
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Profession:
Actor | Director.
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Known For:
Bloody Fate, The Lost Dream, Kashmir Ke
Liye.
· Why Superstar: One of the emerging faces of Kashwood; works to revive Kashmiri-language cinema with modern themes and short films.
⭐ Conclusion
Kashwood
— the Kashmiri film industry — is still growing but filled with incredible
talent.
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Pioneers
like Sanjay Suri and Aamir Bashir gave it a national identity.
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Modern
faces like Zaira Wasim and Hina Khan took Kashmiri cinema to global
platforms.
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New
artists like Mudasir Zafar and Suhail Najjar are now shaping its
future.
Together, they represent Kashmir’s cinematic soul — beautiful, resilient, and deeply human.
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