Like a new voice entering a family song, he stepped into Hindi cinema with his own style while carrying a strong film legacy.
Meezaan was born on 9 March 1995 (31 years old) in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He made his acting debut in the romantic drama Malaal in 2019.
The film introduced him as a young performer with confidence, screen appeal, and dance skills.
Quick Facts of Meezaan Jafri
| Full Name | Syed Meezaan Ahmed Jaffrey |
| Profession | Actor, assistant director |
| Age | 31 years old |
| Date of Birth | 9 March 1995 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Pisces |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Current Address | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Gender | Male |
Meezaan Jafri Personal Life
Meezaan Jafri is currently single and keeps his personal life private.
Family
Meezaan belongs to a family with strong links to Hindi cinema. His grandfather, Jagdeep, was an actor and comedian who appeared in more than 400 films.
Father
His father, Jaaved Jaaferi, is an actor, comedian, dancer, and voice artist. Meezaan shared the screen with his father in the song “3 Shaukk” from De De Pyaar De 2.
Mother
His mother is Habiba Jaafery. She has largely stayed away from public attention.
Siblings
Meezaan has a sister named Alaviaa Jaaferi and a brother named Abbas Jaffrey. Detailed verified information about Abbas is limited.
| Relationship Status | Single |
| Girlfriend | Yet to be updated |
| Parents | Father: Jaaved Jaferi Mother: Habiba Jaferi |
| Siblings | Sister: Alaviaa Jaferi Brother: Abbas Jafreri |
Meezaan Jafri Career
Meezaan Jafri began working in films as an assistant director in 2015. He assisted filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali on Bajirao Mastani.
The film featured Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles.
2018: Work on Padmaavat
Meezaan worked behind the camera on Padmaavat. He also served as Ranveer Singh’s body double during some scenes.
This work helped him learn about acting, direction, and film production before his screen debut. The main cast included Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, and Shahid Kapoor.
2019: Acting Debut with Malaal
Meezaan made his acting debut as Shiva Morey in the romantic drama Malaal. He played the lead role opposite Sharmin Segal.
The film was directed by Mangesh Hadawale and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, and Mahaveer Jain.
2021: Hungama 2
Meezaan played Akash Kapoor in the comedy film Hungama 2, directed by Priyadarshan. The film was released on Disney+ Hotstar on 23 July 2021.
He worked with Paresh Rawal, Shilpa Shetty Kundra, Pranitha Subhash, Rajpal Yadav, and Ashutosh Rana.
2022: Assistant Director on Gangubai Kathiawadi
Meezaan returned to behind-the-camera work as an assistant director on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Gangubai Kathiawadi.
The film starred Alia Bhatt, Shantanu Maheshwari, Vijay Raaz, Jim Sarbh, and Ajay Devgn.
2023: Yaariyan 2
Meezaan played Shikhar Randhawa, a pizza delivery worker and motocross racer, in Yaariyan 2. His character was one of three cousins whose personal and romantic lives formed the main story.
He worked with Divya Khossla, Yash Dasgupta, Pearl V Puri, Anaswara Rajan, Priya Prakash Varrier, and Warina Hussain.
2024: The Miranda Brothers
Meezaan played Regalo Miranda, a local football player, in the sports drama The Miranda Brothers. Harshvardhan Rane played his elder brother, Julio Miranda.
The film also featured Manasi Joshi Roy, Sahher Bambba, Rahul Dev, Sanjay Suri, Jennifer Piccinato, and Naved Jaffrey. It was released on JioCinema on 25 October 2024.
2025: Nadaaniyan
Meezaan made a cameo appearance as Kunwar Rudra Pratap Singh in the romantic comedy Nadaaniyan. The film featured Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor in the lead roles.
2025: De De Pyaar De 2
Meezaan played Aditya in De De Pyaar De 2. He shared the screen with Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, R. Madhavan, Gautami Kapoor, and his father, Jaaved Jaferi.
He also performed with his father Jaaved Jaferi, Naved Jafri, and Ravi Behl in the song “3 Shaukk.”
Meezaan Jafri Awards and Achievements
Here are the major nominations of Meezaan Jafri:
Key Nominations
- 2020, Filmfare Awards: Nominated for Best Male Debut for his performance as Shiva Morey in Malaal.
- 2020, Zee Cine Awards: Nominated for Best Male Debut for his performance in Malaal.
Meezaan Jafri Controversies
- Yaariyan 2 Kirpan Dispute: In August 2023, Yaariyan 2 faced criticism over a scene in the song “Saure Ghar.” The scene showed Meezaan Jafri wearing an object that Sikh groups identified as a kirpan, which is an important article of the Sikh faith. The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee objected to the scene. Punjab Police later registered a case against Meezaan, producer Bhushan Kumar, and directors Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru for allegedly hurting religious sentiments. The directors stated that the object was a khukri and not a kirpan. However, the SGPC rejected this explanation.
Meezaan Jafri Net Worth
Meezaan Jafri’s net worth and annual salary are yet to be updated.
| Net Worth (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
| Salary (Approx.) | Yet to be updated |
Meezaan Jafri Height, Weight and Physical Stats
Below are the physical stats of Meezaan Jafri:
| Height | In centimetres: 183 cm In meters: 1.83 m In feet and inches: 6 feet |
| Weight | In kg: 75 kg In lbs: 165 lbs |
| Body Measurements | 40-31-12 inches |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Dark brown |
Interesting Facts About Meezaan Jafri
- He was a state-level basketball player representing Maharashtra.
- He is formally trained in martial arts and dance (following the legacy of his father and grandfather), and also creates original music and writes sitcom scripts.
- Outside of cinema, he runs a nationwide wholesale vegetable and fruit business.
Meezaan Jafri Instagram
 @meezaanj |
FAQs
What is the real name of Meezaan Jafri?
Meezaan Jafri’s real name is Syed Meezaan Ahmed Jaffrey.
How old is Meezaan Jafri?
Meezaan Jafri is 31 years old. He was born on 9 March 1995 in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Who is the father of Meezaan Jafri?
Meezaan Jafri’s father is Jaaved Jaaferi, an Indian actor, comedian, dancer, and voice artist.
What is the qualification of Meezaan Jafri?
Meezaan Jafri studied business at Franklin & Marshall College in Pennsylvania. He later studied film direction and editing at the School of Visual Arts in New York.
Which was the first film of Meezaan Jafri?
Meezaan made his acting debut with Malaal in 2019. He played Shiva Morey opposite Sharmin Segal.
Was Meezaan Jafri an assistant director?
Yes, Meezaan Jafri worked as an assistant director on films such as Bajirao Mastani and Gangubai Kathiawadi.
