Birth Name: Huma Qureshi
Date of Birth: July 28, 1986
Place of Birth: Delhi, India
Nationality: Indian
Occupation: Actress, model
Height: 5 ft 7in; 1.70m
Qureshi in one sentence: Huma is a gorgeous Indian woman who is one of the greatest Bollywood actresses of all times.
Quotes:
I’m pretty spontaneous, I like to play things by ear. I’m not a studied performer.
As an actor it’s important that I do everything. I’m not here to be the torchbearer of any particular type of cinema.
Acting is the most risky profession. I’m exposing myself to thousands of people who can like me or hate me
You can win an Oscar but you have to have people to share it with.
I wish I could make an interesting combination out of many guys!
It is ok not to be perfect. Today, I realize the importance of being comfortable in my skin.
We shouldn’t try to create Barbie doll clones, but beautiful, independent-thinking women who have individual voices.
Acting is a very taxing profession.
I’m a bit of a rebel.
Health is the most wondering gift from God.
I would love to work with David Fincher and (Martin) Scorcese.
I always wanted to be an actress, and I never gave up; I was determined to work, be it for TV or theatre or ad commercials or short films.
Just smile, it always works.
The invasion of my privacy can be bothersome at times. But it’s all worth it!
I am not someone who sits and laments over things.
Interesting Facts:
Prior to Huma’s film career, she was playing in the theatre.
When she moved to Mumbai she signed a two-year contract with Hindustan Unilever to appear in television commercials.
She was noticed by Anurag Kashyap when shooting a commercial for Sumsung Mobile who signed her for his films.
Her performance in crime drama Gangs of Wasseypur – Part 1 and Part 2 had earned her several nominations in the Best Supporting Actress and Best Female Debut category (including Filmfare).
She got her Bachelor’s degree in History from the Gargi College.
Her performance in film Sujata earned her a Special Mention at the 2012 Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles.
She made many commercials for famous brands.
This beautiful Indian actress played in many films including: Trishna, Ek Thi Daayan, Shorts, D Day…
Go to Huma Qureshi Gallery or to Beautiful Indian Women
Always remember that true beauty comes from within.