Zoya Hussain Biography: Awards, Parents, Net Worth, Age, Ethnicity, Boyfriend, Movies

Zoya Hussain, is an Indian actress, writer, director, and model who primarily works in Hindi cinema.

She is best known for her performances in Mukkabaaz, Laal Kaptaan, Ankahi Kahaniya, Grahan, Bhaiyya Ji, Ground Zero, and Big Girls Don’t Cry.

Her acclaimed debut in Mukkabaaz established her as one of the promising talents in contemporary Hindi cinema.

Zoya Hussain
Wiki Facts & About Data
Name:	Zoya Hussain
Born:	October 1, 1990 (age 35 years old)
Place of Birth:	New Delhi, India
Nationality:	Indian
Ethnicity:	Indian
Height:	5 feet 6 inches (168 cm)
Religion:	Islam
Parents:	Akbar Hussain, Yasmeen Hussain
Siblings:	Sara Hussain
Occupation:	Actress, Writer, Director, Model
Net Worth:	$2 million

Early Life and Education

Zoya Hussain was born on October 1, 1990, in New Delhi, India.

Zoya was raised by her parents, Akbar Hussain, a businessman who owns an adventure tourism company, and Yasmeen Hussain, a child psychologist.

She has one sister, Sara Hussain, who works as a writer.

Zoya Hussain attended a boarding school in Delhi before earning a degree in Business Studies. During her college years, she actively participated in theatre, an experience that inspired her to pursue a professional acting career. Her religion is Islam.

Career

Zoya Hussain began her acting career in theatre before moving to Mumbai to pursue opportunities in the film industry.

She initially met filmmaker Anurag Kashyap to seek feedback on a screenplay she had written. Although the script was not selected, Kashyap was impressed by her talent and cast her in Mukkabaaz (2017).

Her portrayal of the mute but determined Sunaina Mishra received widespread critical acclaim and earned her the Best Actress award at the Jagran Film Festival, marking a remarkable debut in Hindi cinema.

Zoya Hussain appeared in films such as Teen Aur Aadha, Laal Kaptaan, Kaadan, Haathi Mere Saathi, Ankahi Kahaniya, Bhaiyya Ji, and Ground Zero.

She also gained recognition on television with starring roles in the Disney+ Hotstar series Grahan and Amazon Prime Video’s Big Girls Don’t Cry.

Alongside acting, she continues to write and direct creative projects, earning praise for her versatility both in front of and behind the camera.

Awards and Nominations

• Jagran Film Festival – Best Actress – Mukkabaaz (Winner)
• Zee Cine Awards – Best Female Debut – Mukkabaaz (Nominee)

Social Media

• Instagram: @zyhssn

Personal Life

Zoya Hussain, 35 years old, is currently single. There is a rumor that she’s dating Jim Sarbh.

There is no information about Zoya Hussain‘s children.

She stands approximately 5 feet 6 inches (168 cm) tall. Outside acting, she enjoys reading, writing, travelling, theatre, and music.

She is also passionate about storytelling and continues to develop original scripts alongside her acting career.

Net Worth

Zoya Hussain has an estimated net worth of $2 million USD. Her income is primarily generated through acting in films and web series, writing, directing, modelling, commercial endorsements, and brand collaborations.

Since her acclaimed debut in Mukkabaaz, she has steadily expanded her career with critically praised performances in both mainstream and independent productions, contributing to her growing financial success.

Filmography

Films

• Mukkabaaz (2017)
• Teen Aur Aadha (2018)
• Namdev Bhau: In Search of Silence (2018)
• Laal Kaptaan (2019)
• Kaadan (2021)
• Haathi Mere Saathi (2021)
• Ankahi Kahaniya (2021)
• Bhaiyya Ji (2024)
• Ground Zero (2025)

Television

• Grahan (2021)
• Big Girls Don’t Cry (2024)

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