I'm an actress working on stage and in film, television, commercial, and voiceover. I normally play soft-spoken, reserved, bubbly, sassy, quirky, and resilient characters in both drama and comedy. As an activist, I particularly enjoy working on projects that contain strong social messages.
I received my BA in Theatre at Southern Connecticut State University and studied acting at the Circle in the Square Theatre and improv at the Magnet Theater. I'm trained in Stanislavski, Meisner, and Chekhov.
I'm also a screenwriter and filmmaker. I create stories that feature underrepresented characters, include social themes such as feminism, break common stereotypes, show diverse points of view, and introduce audiences to new concepts and ideas that are not typically seen in film and media. My ultimate goal is to increase diversity, representation, and equity in film and to inspire people to make changes for a more compassionate and tolerant world, consider different perspectives, ask questions, and embrace themselves for who they are.
My writing is also dramatic but balanced with light-heartedness. The stories that I create explore characters who are figuring themselves out and discovering new situations that help them grow. I like inviting audiences to join characters on their journeys while also experiencing humor and joy. I studied screenwriting and filmmaking at The New School. I have also written scripts for corporate videos.
During my spare time, I love reading, dancing, traveling, and volunteering. I also love animals and am a vegetarian. My favorite food is chocolate.
*Fully vaccinated against COVID-19
City Woes
Film
by Rakesh Kesh
Lead - Karima
A Muslim in the Midst
Theater
by Yale's Crescent Theater
Lead - Shabana Pasha
Magic, Moonlight and Mardi Gras
Theater
by The Duke on 42nd Street
Lead - Emma
Choices
Film
by Jhaelyn Arteaga
Lead - Sareena
Poison Ivy
Film
by Amanda Juliet
Supporting - Millie
Raisins Not Virgins (Staged Reading)
Theater
by Hypokrit Theatre Company
Supporting - Maryam
Dharma (Staged Reading)
Theater
by Iati Theater
Supporting - Milana
The Unicorn Who Saved Justice
Theater
by Dramatists Guild Foundation
Lead - Coco
Teleportation Teamwork
Theater
by Dramatists Guild Foundation
Lead - Samantha
Geointerfering: Bored’s Eye View
Theater
by Same Boat Theater Collective
Lead - Jess
Good Medicine Monologues
Theater
by New Native Theatre
Lead - Dream Girl
Clatter
Film
by Swati Sharma/SVA BFA Film
Lead - Ruhi
Baggage
Film
by Maymunah Kelly
Lead - Layla
Moon Unphased
Film
by Adiba Sikder
Lead - Lamia
The Mirror Next Door
Film
by Clio Yang/Columbia University Film
Supporting
2 Weeks
Film
by Victoria Negri/Besties Make Movies
Supporting - Heather Taylor
Academy
Voice-over
by Joong Won Pyo
Lead - Jess
Sharum
Theater
by Players Theatre
Lead - Mariam
Pretty White Girl
Theater
by Hudson Guild Theater
Lead - Avery
The Test
Film
by Nicola Rose
Lead - Shelly
Engaged
Film
by Dave Scala
Supporting - Lucia
The Mysteries of Laura
Television
by NBC
Bollywood Dancer
Foibled Fairy Tales
Theater
by S. Connecticut State University
Various Roles
The Vagina Monologues
Theater
by Theat Troupe Theater Co.
Bosnian Woman