Maha Ishaq Tahirani is a Pakistani super model and actress.[1][2] She is known for winning 'Best Model of The Year' award at the Lux Style Awards 2023.[3] She has also acted in Jamun Ka Darakht movie featuring Adnan Siddiqui.[4]
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Career
After completing her LLB degree from the University of London, Maha Tahirani came back to Pakistan to pursue a career in modelling. Her first modelling project was for Sana Safinaz.[5] Her first international shoot was held in Dubai.[6] In 2020, she was nominated for the 'Best Emerging Talent' award at the 19th Lux Style Awards.[7] In 2021, she was nominated for the female 'Model of the year' award at the 20th Lux Style Awards.[8] Next year, Maha was also nominated for 'Best Fashion Model of the year award'.[9] In 2023, she won the 'Best Fashion Model of the year' at the 22nd Lux Style Awards.[10] In the same year, she made her acting debut with Jamun Ka Darakht, a short film by Rafay Rashidi starring Adnan Siddiqui.[11][12]
Biography
Born in Pakistan, Maha Tahirani pursued a degree in criminal law from the University of London at the age of 20.[13] After becoming a lawyer, she came back to Pakistan. She has been vocal about the issue of colorism, having turned down a fairness cream rebranding offer.[14] She has also called out brands for unethical practices of payment.[15]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref.(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Best Emerging Talent | Female Model | Nominated | [16] |
| 2021 | Model of the year | Female | Nominated | [17] |
| 2022 | Best Fashion Model of the year | Male/Female | Nominated | [18] |
| 2023 | Best Fashion Model of the year | Male-Female | Won | [19] |