Meezaan Jafri (born Syed Meezaan Ahmed Jaffrey; 9 March 1995) is an Indian actor who works in Hindi-language films. He made his screen debut in the period romance Malaal (2019), and has since appeared in Hungama 2 (2021), Yaariyan 2 (2023) and De De Pyaar De 2 (2025).
Key facts
| Born | 9 March 1995 |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Syed Meezaan Ahmed Jaffrey |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2019 onwards |
| Industry | Hindi cinema |
| Father | Jaaved Jaaferi |
| Grandfather | Jagdeep |
| Debut film | Malaal (2019) |
Background
Meezaan Jafri belongs to a family with a long association with Hindi cinema. His father, Jaaved Jaaferi, is an actor and television presenter known for his work in films and as a host of comedy and dance-based programmes. His paternal grandfather was the comedian Jagdeep, best remembered for the role of Soorma Bhopali in Sholay (1975).
Career
Debut and early work
Jafri made his acting debut in Malaal (2019), a romantic drama in which he played the male lead opposite a fellow newcomer. His performance in the film earned him critical praise.
Subsequent films
He went on to star in the comedy Hungama 2 (2021), followed by the romantic drama Yaariyan 2 (2023). In 2025, he featured in De De Pyaar De 2.
Filmography
| Year | Film |
|---|---|
| 2019 | Malaal |
| 2021 | Hungama 2 |
| 2023 | Yaariyan 2 |
| 2025 | De De Pyaar De 2 |
Significance
As a third-generation member of the Jaaferi family in Hindi cinema, Meezaan Jafri represents the continuation of an acting lineage that began with Jagdeep in the mid-twentieth century. His debut in Malaal drew attention both for his on-screen performance and for this family background.
Related topics
References
- Meezaan Jafri, English Wikipedia.