Actress Zoya Afroz has captivated audiences worldwide with her riveting turn as Priya in the smash-hit Netflix series ‘Tasakri’. Amid soaring viewership and international buzz, her journey from child star to OTT sensation underscores resilience in entertainment.
Tracing roots to ‘Hum Saath Saath Hain’ under Suraj Barjatya, Zoya’s resume boasts collaborations with Ramesh and Rohan Sippy, plus ‘Kuch Na Kaho’. Child modeling and pageantry—Miss India to Miss International—enriched her palette, but cinema beckoned back.
“Early exposure demystified the industry,” she muses. “Lessons from legends shaped me. ‘Tasakri’s’ top spot is the ultimate validation.”
Priya, penned by National Award-winner Neeraj Pandey, embodies empowerment. “His women are forces of nature, central to the intrigue,” Zoya enthuses.
The serendipitous offer came mid-vacation in Assam. Dropping everything, she embarked on a marathon trip for auditions, nailing look tests and starting shoots within days. “Such director confidence is rare and motivating.”
Hashmi’s interrogation opener was a trial by fire. “First shot, heavy emotions—I trembled, yet it stole the show.”
Hashmi shines in her eyes: “Professional, approachable, he grounds scenes. Neeraj-Emraan magic delivers unfiltered truth.”
Unfazed by detours, Zoya views her arc holistically. “Beauty titles to acting peaks—it’s seamless. Post-‘Tasakri’, I seek roles that pack a punch.”
Zoya’s ascent with ‘Tasakri’ signals a new era, blending grit, glamour, and global appeal in Indian storytelling.