Zareen Khan

Zareen Khan

aka Zarine Khan

Actress

Summary

Zareen Khan, also known as Zarine Khan, is an Indian actress and model primarily associated with Hindi cinema, while also appearing in Punjabi, Telugu, and Tamil films. Born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, in 1987, she initially worked at a call centre and later at a corporate front desk before entering the entertainment industry. Her life changed after actor Salman Khan noticed her during a visit to the set of Yuvvraaj, which eventually led to her entry into Bollywood.

Biography

Zareen made her acting debut in Veer opposite Salman Khan, portraying Princess Yashodhara. Although the film received mixed responses, her screen presence attracted significant public attention, and she earned a Zee Cine Award nomination for Best Female Debut. She later appeared in the popular song “Character Dheela” from Ready and gained wider commercial visibility through the comedy hit Housefull 2, where she played Jaina Malik.

Over the years, Zareen explored diverse film industries and genres. She made her Punjabi film debut with Jatt James Bond opposite Gippy Grewal and won the PTC Punjabi Film Award for Best Female Debut. She also entered Tamil cinema through a special appearance in Naan Rajavaga Pogiren and later made her Telugu film debut with the spy thriller Chanakya.

Zareen became especially known for glamorous and bold roles in films such as Hate Story 3, Aksar 2, and the horror film 1921. Alongside films, she frequently appeared in music videos and special dance numbers, including “Maahi Ve,” “Khallas,” “Pyaar Manga Hai,” “Chann Chann,” and “Eid Ho Jayegi.” She also briefly hosted the MTV reality program MTV Troll Police.

Apart from acting, Zareen has remained active in fashion, endorsements, and digital entertainment. In 2025, she launched her skincare and haircare brand Happy Hippie, marking her entry into entrepreneurship. Known for her glamorous image, confident personality, and cross-industry work, Zareen Khan continues to maintain a presence in Indian entertainment through films, music videos, and business ventures.

Timeline

2025 Entrepreneurial Venture
Launched skincare and haircare brand Happy Hippie.
2024 Breakup
Ended relationship with Shivashish Mishra.
2022 Eid Ho Jayegi
Appeared in music video “Eid Ho Jayegi”.
2021 Relationship Reveal
Confirmed relationship with Shivashish Mishra publicly.
2021 Hum Bhi Akele Release
Starred in Hum Bhi Akele Tum Bhi Akele with Anshuman Jha.
2021 Chann Chann
Featured in music video “Chann Chann”.
2020 Music Video
Appeared in Punjabi music video “Do Vaari Jatt”.
2019 Daaka Release
Appeared in Punjabi film Daaka.
2019 Telugu Debut
Made Telugu film debut with spy thriller Chanakya.
2019 Film Resumption
Hum Bhi Akele Tum Bhi Akele resumed after legal delays.
2018 Action Film Signing
Signed action film One Day: Justice Delivered before later being replaced.
2018 1921 Release
Starred in horror film 1921 as Rose.
2018 Television Hosting
Hosted MTV reality show MTV Troll Police.
2017 Aksar 2 Release
Played Sheena Roy in thriller film Aksar 2.
2017 Aksar 2 Promotion
First poster of thriller film Aksar 2 was released.
2016 Maahi Ve Appearance
Featured in item song “Maahi Ve” from Wajah Tum Ho.
2016 Veerappan Song
Appeared in special song “Khallas” in Veerappan.
2016 Music Video
Featured in music video “Pyaar Manga Hai”.
2015 Hate Story 3
Starred in erotic thriller Hate Story 3 as Siya Diwan.
2015 Punjabi Award
Won PTC Punjabi Film Award for Best Female Debut for Jatt James Bond.
2014 Punjabi Debut
Made Punjabi film debut with Jatt James Bond opposite Gippy Grewal.
2014 DOA Release
Appeared in DOA: Death of Amar as a journalist.
2013 Tamil Debut
Made Tamil cinema appearance in song “Malgove” from Naan Rajavaga Pogiren.
2012 Fashion Appearance
Walked the ramp as showstopper at India International Jewellery Week.
2012 Housefull 2 Release
Played Jaina Malik in comedy hit Housefull 2.
2011 Character Dheela
Appeared in popular song “Character Dheela” from Ready.
2011 Award Nomination
Received Zee Cine Award nomination for Best Female Debut for Veer.
2010 Acting Debut
Made Hindi film debut with Veer as Princess Yashodhara.
2008 Film Opportunity
Was noticed by Salman Khan during a visit to the set of Yuvvraaj.
2008 Career Start
Worked at a call centre and later at a corporate front desk before entering films.
1987 Birth
Born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.