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- Height5′ 4″ (1.63 m)
- Maryam Zakaria is a Swedish-Iranian actress, dancer, and model, born in Tehran, Iran. Raised in Sweden, she initially gained recognition as a dancer, particularly for her expertise in Bollywood and Indian dance styles. Her passion for dance led her to pursue a career in the Indian film industry.
Maryam made her Bollywood debut with a special appearance in the film "Payback" (2010), but it was her role in the hit movie "Agent Vinod" (2012) that brought her widespread attention. She gained further acclaim for her dance performances in popular item songs like "Aa Re Pritam Pyare" from the film "Rowdy Rathore" (2012) and "Dilli Wali Girlfriend" from "Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani" (2013). Her impressive dancing skills and captivating screen presence made her a sought-after talent in the industry.
Apart from her Bollywood ventures, Maryam Zakaria has also worked in the South Indian film industry, featuring in Tamil and Telugu movies. She has showcased her versatility by taking on roles in different genres, demonstrating her acting prowess alongside her dancing talent.
Maryam's career has not been limited to just films; she has also made appearances on various reality shows and has been a part of several stage performances. Her charismatic presence and multicultural background have contributed to her popularity, making her a notable figure in the entertainment industry.
While her career continues to evolve, Maryam Zakaria remains a respected figure in Indian cinema, admired for her contributions to dance and acting.- IMDb Mini Biography By: Shrinivas G. Kulkarni
- SpouseArvind Thakur(April 27, 2012 - present)
- Iranian-born Swedish actress and model.
- Married choreographer Arvind Thakur.
- She worked as Model,Dance Teacher and Choreographer in Sweden.Also established a dance school in Sweden The Indisk Dans Studio which was the first kind of dance studio in Sweden which taught Bollywood dance.
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