Alyy Khan

Alyy Khan, born on 6 December 1968 in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan, is a versatile British‑Pakistani talent whose career bridges Hollywood, Bollywood, and Lollywood. From a young age he navigated three cultures—moving from Pakistan to England after his parents' divorce, then to his maternal grandmother’s home in Mumbai at ten—absorbing a multilingual fluency that includes English, Urdu, Hindi, and a working knowledge of Sanskrit. He honed his craft at Bombay Scottish School and studied drama under Hima Devi of Trinity College, London, before earning a diploma in film and television production from Pimlico Arts and Media College, London. Khan’s early forays into acting began in the early 1990s on Indian television, leading to notable roles in international films such as A Mighty Heart (2007) and Traitor (2008), as well as mainstream successes like Don 2 (2011), the animated hit 3 Bahadur (2015), Actor in Law (2016), and Mogul Mowgli (2020). His television résumé spans acclaimed series including The Bill (2006), Strike Back (2011), Indian Summers (2015), The Serpent (2020) on Netflix, and the upcoming Shantaram (2022) on Paramount/Apple +.

Beyond acting, Khan showcased his charismatic presence as the host of the cross‑border cooking competition Foodistan (2012‑2013), a show that aired simultaneously on NDTV and Geo TV, emphasizing his role in fostering cultural dialogue. In 2013 he expanded into theatre direction with the play Aapki Soniya in Karachi, featuring prominent Pakistani performers. A committed philanthropist, he currently serves as Brand Ambassador for the Crossadder Foundation, an NGO dedicated to youth empowerment and the education of street children through initiatives like the Master Ayub School. With a career spanning over four decades, Alyy Khan continues to embody a dynamic blend of artistic talent and social responsibility, resonating across diverse audiences worldwide.