Acting
Sarwat Gilani
Acting · Born 1982-12-22 · Peshawar, Pakistan
Sarwat Gilani (born December 22, 1982) is a Pakistani actress of film and television and social activist. Known for her versatile acting, her works include numerous television plays, web series, and feature films. She is best known to international audiences for her role in Joyland (2022), which won the Best International Film Jury Award at the Cannes Film Festival. Her activism stretches from advocacy for women's rights to child abuse. She is an ambassador for Special Olympics Pakistan, Indus Hospital Health Network, and Search for Justice. She has repeatedly sparked controversy for her openness to discuss taboo topics like her open support for the LGBTQ community.
Credits · 25
Biryani
2025
FilmJoyland
2022 · Nucchi
Qatil Haseenaon Ke Naam
2021
Churails
2020 · Sara
To Be Honest
2020 · Self - Guest
Film3 Bahadur: Rise of the Warriors
2018 · Kulsoom/Saadi's mother
FilmJawani Phir Nahi Ani 2
2018 · Gul
khasara
2018
The After Moon Show
2018 · Herself
Rewind with Samina Peerzada
2017 · Herself
Zakham
Zakham
2017
Film3 Bahadur: The Revenge of Baba Balaam
2016 · Saadi's mother (voice)
Iftar Mulaqat
2016 · Herself
FilmJawani Phir Nahi Ani
2015 · Gul
Tonite with HSY
Tonite with HSY
2014 · Herself
Aahista Aahista
2014
FilmDil Mera Dhadkan Teri
2013 · Saira
Dil e Muztar
2013 · Zoya
Meray Dard Ko Jo Zuban Miley
2012 · Aminah
Ishq Gumshuda
Ishq Gumshuda
2010 · Alizeh
Shadi Aur Tum Say?
FilmShadi Aur Tum Say?
2010 · Laila
Azar Ki Ayegi Baraat
2009 · Sila Ahmed
Kis Ki Aayegi Baraat
2009 · Sila Choudary
Meri Zaat Zarra-e-Benishan
2009 · Sara
Malaal
2009