Veena Malik Biography: Age, Husband, Net Worth, Height, Children, Movies, Divorce, Controversies

Veena Malik is a Pakistani actress, model, television host, and reality TV personality known for her bold roles in Pakistani and Bollywood films, as well as her controversial public image.

Her work spans Urdu, Punjabi, and Hindi cinema, with notable appearances on reality shows like Bigg Boss Season 4.

Profile

• Full Name: Zahida Malik
• Stage Name: Veena Malik
• Born: February 26, 1976
• Age: 49 years old
• Birthplace: Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
• Nationality: Pakistani
• Occupation: Actress, Model, TV Host, Reality TV Personality
• Height: 5 feet 4 inches (163 cm)
• Parents: Malik Mohammad Aslam, Zeenat Malik
• Siblings: Seven
• Spouse: Asad Bashir Khan Khattak (m. 2013, div. 2018)
• Children: Abram Khan Khattak, Amal Asad Khan Khattak
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $2 million to $5 million USD

Early Life and Education

Veena Malik, was born on February 26, 1976, in Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan, grew up in a conservative Punjabi family with a military background.

Her father, Malik Mohammad Aslam, was a retired Pakistan Army officer, and her mother, Zeenat Malik, was a homemaker.

As the third of seven siblings, Veena was raised in a disciplined household.

She excelled academically and in extracurricular activities like basketball, track racing, and football, captaining her school’s football team.

Sir Syed College, Rawalpindi.

Her interest in modeling sparked in school when she sent photos to a fashion magazine on a dare, leading to her first TV commercial at age 15.

She also received basic military training and is a skilled shooter.

Career

Veena Malik began her career in 2000 with a supporting role in the Urdu film Tere Pyar Mein, directed by Sajjad Gul.

She gained recognition with roles in Yeh Dil Aap Ka Huwa (2002) and Sassi Punno (2003), earning a Nigar Award for Best Supporting Actress for the former.

Her breakthrough came with female-centric films like Koi Tujh Sa Kahan (2005) and Mohabbatan Sachiyan (2007), both commercial successes that won her National and Bolan Awards.

In Bollywood, she debuted with an item song, “Chhanno,” in Gali Gali Mein Chor Hai (2012), followed by her lead role in Daal Mein Kuch Kaala Hai (2012).

Other Hindi films include Zindagi 50-50 (2013), Super Model (2013), and Mumbai 125 KM 3D (2014).

She also starred in the Kannada film Dirty Picture: Silk Sakkath Maga (2013) as Silk Smitha and the Telugu film Nagna Satyam (2014).

On television, Veena hosted Prime Gupshup (2002) on Prime TV and Hum Sub Umeed Se Hain on Geo TV, showcasing her comedic skills through actor parodies.

She appeared as a contestant on Bigg Boss Season 4 (2010), reaching the final six, and participated in reality shows like Big Toss (2011) and Superstud (2011).

Her planned show Veena Ka Vivah (2012) was canceled due to Imagine TV’s closure.

Recent work includes hosting Discover Pakistan with Veena Malik (2024).

She also released a music album, Drama Queen (2012), with singles like “Drama Queen” and “Rum Rum.”

Awards and Nominations

• National Award (2003): Won Best Debut for Yeh Dil Aap Ka Huwa.
• Bolan Award (2003): Won Best Supporting Actress for Yeh Dil Aap Ka Huwa.
• Lux Style Award (2007): Won Most Stylish Female Celebrity on the Red Carpet.
• National Award (2007): Won Best Actress for Mohabbatan Sachiyan.
• Bolan Award (2007): Won Best Actress for Mohabbatan Sachiyan.
• Guinness World Record (2013): Won for receiving 137 kisses in one minute, surpassing Salman Khan’s record.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @theveenamalik
• Facebook Handle: @veenamalik01
• Twitter Handle: @iveenakhan

Personal Life

Veena Malik married businessman and singer Asad Bashir Khan Khattak on December 25, 2013, in Dubai.

They have two children: son Abram Khan Khattak (born September 22, 2014) and daughter Amal Asad Khan Khattak (born September 23, 2015).

The couple divorced in 2018 due to mutual differences.

Veena has been linked to several high-profile figures, including cricketer Mohammad Asif, actor Ashmit Patel, and director Hemant Madhukar, though most relationships were unconfirmed.

A devout Muslim, she has visited the Kaaba three times and turned vegetarian in 2012 after working with PETA.

Filmography

Films

• Tere Pyar Mein (2000) – Amina (Urdu, Pakistan)
• Yeh Dil Aap Ka Huwa (2002) – Sana (Urdu, Pakistan)
• Pind Di Kudi (2003) – Saba (Punjabi, India-Pakistan)
• Sassi Punno (2003) – Zarina (Urdu, Pakistan)
• Koi Tujh Sa Kahan (2005) – Aimen (Urdu, Pakistan)
• Kyun Tum Se Itna Pyar Hai (2005) – Aamina (Urdu, Pakistan)
• Naag aur Nagin (2005) – Farwa (Urdu, Pakistan)
• Mohabbatan Sachiyan (2007) – Salma (Punjabi, Pakistan)
• Kabhi Pyar Na Karna (2008) – Nafisa (Urdu, Pakistan)
• Ishq Beparwaah (2008) – Ayesha (Urdu, Pakistan)
• Gali Gali Mein Chor Hai (2012) – Herself (Hindi, Item Song “Chhanno”)
• Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya (2012) – Herself (Hindi, Item Song “Fann Ban Gayi”)
• Daal Mein Kuch Kaala Hai (2012) – Malai (Hindi, Lead Role)
• Jatts in Golmaal (2013) – Sujata (Punjabi, Item Song “Shaboo”)
• Zindagi 50-50 (2013) – Madhuri (Hindi)
• Dirty Picture: Silk Sakkath Maga (2013) – Silk Smitha/Vijaylakshmi (Kannada)
• Super Model (2013) – Rupali “Roops” (Hindi)
• Mumbai 125 KM 3D (2014) – Poonam/Ghost (Hindi)
• Nagna Satyam (2014) – Dirtygirl/Vijaylakshmi (Telugu)
• Jaan to Pyara (2020) – Meet (Urdu, Pakistan)

Television

• Kaun – Psycho Thriller (1999) – Supporting Role (STN, Episode 7)
• Achanak (2003) – Farhana (PTV Home)
• Hum Sub Umeed Se Hain (2008) – Host (Geo TV)
• Bigg Boss Season 4 (2010) – Contestant (Colors, 6th Place)
• Miss Duniya (2010) – Host (Dunya News)
• Big Toss (2011) – Contestant (India TV, Runner-up)
• Superstud (2011) – Guest (UTV Bindass)
• Astaghfaar (2012) – Host (Hero TV)
• Mazaaq Raat (2016) – Guest (Dunya News)
• Discover Pakistan with Veena Malik (2024) – Host (Discover Pakistan)

Net Worth

Veena Malik’s estimated net worth ranges from $2 million to $5 million USD.

Her income stems from acting in films (charging PKR 5–10 lakh per film), television hosting (PKR 50,000 per episode), and reality show appearances like Bigg Boss Season 4 (estimated INR 3 crore for Veena Ka Vivah).