Rubina Ashraf

Rubina Ashraf is a Pakistani actress, director and producer. She was one of the most popular actresses of 1980s and 1990s. Rubina appeared in PTV classic dramas such as Kasak, Hazaron Raaste, Sirriyan, Footpath Ki Ghaas, Tapish and Badaltey Mausam. She also appeared in dramas including Khuda Aur Muhabbat Season 3, Uraan, Gul-e-Rana and Do Bol.

Early life and education
Rubina was born on 9 November 1960 in Lahore, Pakistan. She completed her studies at University of Lahore and graduated with a degree in graphic designing.

Acting
Rubina started her acting career in 1980, when she was visiting PTV Lahore Centre with her friends and there actress Sahira Kazmi cast her in a drama. Then she worked in multiple dramas including Pas-e-Aaina, Tapish, Badaltey Mausam, Kasak, Footpath Ki Ghaas and Sirriyan on PTV.

Drama directing
Rubina directed many dramas including Vaani which received good reviews in 2008 and directed dramas Surkh Chandni, Ek Adh Hafta, Tarazoo and Tere Siwa. Then Rubina directed drama Shikwa in 2014. In 2020, Rubina directed drama Ruswai which became a hit.

Personal life
Rubina married Tariq Mirza and has two children, a son and actress Minna Tariq is her daughter. She was diagnosed with COVID-19 during the COVID-19 pandemic in Pakistan and went into quarantine until she recovered.

Director

 * Ruswai
 * Vaani
 * Shikwa
 * Surkh Chandni
 * Tere Siwa
 * Ek Adh Hafta
 * Tarazoo