Umair Jaswal

Actor, Singer, Songwriter, Music Producer

Pakistani Islamabad, Pakistan

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Singer, Songwriter, Music Producer
NationalityPakistani
Date of Birth20/12/1986
Age39 years
BirthplaceIslamabad, Pakistan
HometownIslamabad, Pakistan
Marital StatusDivorced
Zodiac SignSagittarius
Food HabitNon-Vegetarian
ReligionIslam

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Bio/Wiki

Umair Jaswal is a Pakistani singer, actor, songwriter, and music producer known for his distinctive four-octave vocal range and powerful performances in rock and pop rock genres.
He rose to prominence as the frontman and co-founder of Pakistan's progressive rock band Qayaas, which debuted in 2008 and became the first Pakistani group to win Best Rock Band at the Rolling Stone Jack Daniels Rock Awards in 2010.
Beyond his music career, Jaswal has established himself as a television and film actor, making his acting debut in the TV drama Mor Mahal in 2016 and his film debut in the war film Yalghaar in 2017.
He has been a regular performer on Coke Studio Pakistan, collaborating with notable artists including Atif Aslam and Naseebo Lal.
Umair Jaswal is a Pakistani actor, singer-songwriter, and music producer from Islamabad.
He was also the lead vocalist of the rock band Qayaas.

Physical Stats & More

Height185 cm (1.85 m, 6' 1")
Weight75 kg (165 lbs)
Eye ColorDark Brown
Hair ColorBlack
Body Measurements
Chest44 Inches
Waist30 Inches
Biceps17 Inches

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolIslamabad Model College for Boys F-10/3, Islamabad
College/UniversityBahria University, Islamabad
QualificationPost-Graduation in Geosciences

Personal Life

Umair Jaswal grew up in a musically inclined family in Islamabad with six brothers and one sister.
He initially pursued dentistry at university before switching to geology, eventually completing a post-graduation degree in Geosciences.
During his youth, he was actively involved in stage plays in school and college.
He is an accomplished mountain climber and has completed formal training in the discipline.
Jaswal is a passionate motorcycle enthusiast and owns multiple high-performance bikes.
He is a fitness enthusiast who regularly works out at the gym.
He is a dog lover and owns pets named Gulabo and Drego.

Relationships & More

Marital StatusDivorced
Affairs/GirlfriendsSana Javed
Marriage Date20 October 2020 (divorced in 2023)
Former SpouseSana Javed

Family

FatherTariq Jaswal
MotherShama Khalid
SiblingsHe has six brothers and one sister. His brothers Yasir Jaswal and Uzair Jaswal are singers.
SpouseSana Javed

Career

Debut
TVMor Mahal (2016; Urdu) as Nawab Asif Jahan
Film (As Actor; Urdu)Yalghaar (2017) as Captain Umair
Single (As Singer; Urdu)Na Rahoon (2018)
Awards
  • 2012: Won Best Rock Vocalist, Best Rock Song for Shehrezade in South Asia
  • 2012: Won Bronze for Vocals
  • 2014: Nominated for Best Singer at ARY Film Awards for WAAR
  • 2018: Won Hum Style Award for Most Stylish Performer
  • 2020: Won Song of the Year for Chal Raha by Pakistan International Screen Award
  • 2010: Best Rock Band (Rolling Stone Jack Daniels Rock Awards) – Qayaas
  • 2012: Best Rock Vocalist, Best Rock Song for Shehrezade in South Asia
  • 2012: Gold Award for Best Rock Band – Qayaas
  • 2012: Bronze for Vocals
  • 2018: Hum Style Award for Most Stylish Performer
  • 2020: Song of the Year for Chal Raha by Pakistan International Screen Award
Years Active2008–present
Band HistoryCo-founder and former frontman of the progressive rock band Qayaas (2008–2015); launched solo career in 2015
Notable Collaborations
  • Charkha Nolakha with Atif Aslam (Coke Studio Season 5, 2012)
  • Khayal (Coke Studio Season 6)
  • Sasu Mangay with Naseebo Lal (Coke Studio Season 9)
  • Vehshi with Osama Com Laude
  • Tu Jhoom with Zohaib Kazi and Zoe Viccaji
  • Khakhi Banda with Ahmed Jehanzeb
Other Achievements
  • 2014: Appointed Pakistan Ambassador of Youth and Peace by the International Human Rights Commission
  • 2015: Modeled for Shahnameh Heritage Wear

Favourites

Music ComposerSarmad Ghafoor
FilmThe Godfather (1972)

Style Quotient

Bike Collection
  • Harley Davidson Custom 48 Sportster
  • BMW Motorrad
  • BMW R18 Classic
  • KTM 1290
  • Hayabusa

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Umair Jaswal, a multi-talented artist, hails from Islamabad, Pakistan.
2. During his youth, Umair was actively involved in stage plays in school and college.
3. Originally pursuing dentistry, Umair later switched to studying geology.
4. In 2008, Umair was discovered by guitarist Khurram Waqar, leading to his role as a vocalist in the band 'Qayaas.'
5. Umair gained fame for his renditions of popular Urdu songs like 'Pal,' 'Umeed,' and 'Tanha.'
6. Collaborating with Atif Aslam in 2012, Umair performed 'Charkha Nolakha' on Coke Studio Season 5.
7. Umair's solo performances on Coke Studio include the song 'Khayal' in season 6.
8. Apart from Coke Studio, Umair has graced various live concerts and stage shows with his talent.
9. In 2014, Umair was appointed as the Pakistan Ambassador of Youth and Peace by the International Human Rights Commission.
10. Umair has also dabbled in modeling, showcasing Shahnameh Heritage Wear in 2015.
11. His linguistic prowess spans English, Urdu, and Punjabi.
12. Adept in mountain climbing, Umair has completed a training course in the discipline.
13. In his leisure, Umair indulges his passion for motorcycle travel.
14. A fitness enthusiast, Umair frequents the gym for workouts.
15. Known for his love of dogs, Umair is a proud owner of pets named Gulabo and Drego.
16. Deeply spiritual, Umair holds strong faith in God.
17. On occasion, Umair enjoys smoking hukka and cigarettes at social gatherings.
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