Portrait of Umera Ahmed

Umera Ahmed

b. 1976

Born in Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan

Umera Ahmed is a Pakistani author and screenwriter, who has written several novels and television scripts in Urdu. She is best known for her novel Peer-e-Kamil, which has been widely acclaimed and has a large readership. Many of her novels have been adapted for television dramas in Pakistan. Her writings often explore themes of spirituality, faith, and moral dilemmas in contemporary society.

انسان کی زندگی میں سب سے بڑی کامیابی اس کا اپنے رب کو پہچاننا ہے۔

Timeline

1976

Born in Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan

1998

Started writing as a hobby

2000

First story published in a magazine

2004

Published "Peer-e-Kamil", which became a bestseller

2007

Published "Meri Zaat Zarra-e-Benishan"

2008

Her novel adapted as a television drama for the first time

2010

Established her own publishing house

2012

Published "Shehr-e-Zaat", later adapted as a successful TV drama

2014

Published "Aab-e-Hayat", sequel to "Peer-e-Kamil"

2018

Received Pride of Performance Award

Works

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Notable Quote

انسان کی زندگی میں سب سے بڑی کامیابی اس کا اپنے رب کو پہچاننا ہے۔

Umera Ahmed

Influences

  • Islamic teachings
  • Ashfaq Ahmed
  • Bano Qudsia
  • Contemporary social issues

Achievements

  • Best Writer Award at Lux Style Awards
  • Best Writer Award at Hum TV Awards
  • Pride of Performance Award by the Government of Pakistan