Pakistani actress Hania Aamir and filmmaker Saman Kamraan have been included in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Asia list for 2026 in the entertainment category.
The annual list by Forbes highlights 30 young individuals across Asia who have made significant contributions in their respective fields. It is considered one of the most influential recognitions for emerging talent in business, arts, sports, and entertainment.
Hania Aamir, one of Pakistan’s most popular and widely followed celebrities on social media, has been recognised for her strong impact in the entertainment industry. With a career spanning around a decade, she has starred in several hit television dramas and continues to be a leading face of Pakistani showbiz.
She has also expanded her professional portfolio with international projects, including Pakistan’s upcoming Netflix original production. Alongside her acting career, she is active in social work and was appointed as a UN Women National Goodwill Ambassador, reflecting her growing influence beyond entertainment.
Saman Kamraan has been recognised for her work as a filmmaker known for tackling socially relevant and challenging themes. Her short film The Bed She Made gained international attention and was featured at the Busan International Short Film Festival.
The film explores sensitive issues within a symbolic and artistic framework, focusing on themes such as gender, climate change, and societal pressures. Critics have praised her storytelling style for blending visual poetry with strong social commentary.
Before her independent filmmaking work, Kamraan also contributed to major Pakistani film projects as an assistant director, including work on the sci-fi feature Umro Ayyar.
Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Asia list has previously featured several Pakistani names across different years, including athletes, designers, musicians, and entrepreneurs, highlighting the country’s growing creative presence in the region.
This year’s recognition of Hania Aamir and Saman Kamraan further strengthens Pakistan’s representation in Asia’s entertainment landscape, showcasing both mainstream success and independent artistic innovation.
