Aaliyah Qureishi is an Indian singer-songwriter and actor. She made her Bollywood debut in 2023 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film Jawan co-written and directed by Atlee.[1] She has also appeared in productions such as Bandish Bandits and Eternally Confused and Eager for Love.[2]
Musical career
In addition to acting, Aaliyah is also known by her music alias Jhalli. She released her first single Pretty in 2018 and has since produced several tracks including Mukaddar (2022), Paraye (2023), and Don't Come Back (2023). Her debut titled Why Should I? was released in 2022. She composed the song You and I for the Bandish Bandits.[3][4]
Awards and nominations
Aaliyah has been nominated for the IIFA 2025 in the category of best actor in supporting role (female) for her performance in Bandish Bandits.[5]
Discography
| Year | Track | Genre | Language | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Pretty | Indie Rock | English | |
| 2020 | Marceline | Indie Rock | English | |
| 2020 | I Want to Be Free | Indie Rock | English | [3] |
| 2022 | Dream Girl | Pop | English | [3] |
| 2022 | stupid games | Pop | English | [3] |
| 2022 | let me be ur girl | Pop | English | [3] |
| 2022 | Why Should I (Interlude) | Pop | English | [3] |
| 2022 | HURRICANE | Pop | English | [3] |
| 2022 | insecurity | Pop | English | [3] |
| 2022 | Mukaddar | Pop | Hindi | [3] |
| 2023 | Paraye | Pop | Hindi | |
| 2023 | Don't Come Back | Pop | English |
Web series
| Year | Web series | Role | Language | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Eternally Confused and Eager for Love | Jia | Hindi, English | |
| 2024 | Bandish Bandits | Ananya | Hindi |
Films
| Year | Films | Role | Language | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Jawan | Janvi | Hindi | [1] |
References
- ^ a b "Jawan actor Aaliyah Qureishi couldn't get tickets for her own film, reveals Vijay Sethupathi had an acting coach on set". The Indian Express. 12 September 2023. Retrieved 5 February 2025.
- ^ "'Jawan' Girl Aaliyah Qureishi Returns with a Musical Twist in Bandish Bandits Season 2!". Deccan Chronicle. 3 December 2024. Retrieved 5 February 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i Britto, David (27 April 2022). "How Jhalli's Grandmother Inspired Her to Write Her Debut EP 'Why Should I?'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 5 February 2025.
- ^ "Aaliyah Qureishi Talks Bandish Bandits, Music And Breaking Stereotypes: 'Art Should Disturb The Comforted And Comfort the Disturbed'". News18 India. 30 December 2024. Retrieved 5 February 2025.
- ^ "Nominations Unveiled! Sobha Realty IIFA Digital Awards Nominations Unveiled!". IIFA. Retrieved 5 February 2025.