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Waleed Akhtar is known for his roles in 'Salmon Fishing in the Yemen', 'Tyrant' and 'Cruella'. He has also written and directed short films and podcasts. See his biography, credits, photos and videos on IMDb.
- Actor, Writer, Director
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Thu 01 Sep 2022 | Bush Artists, Our People. If you’ve seen the Bush Theatre’s 50th season trailer on YouTube, you’ll be familiar with Waleed Akhtar. He plays the role of Billy, a young lad bragging about his latest online hook-up as he takes us on a journey along the Southbank and around the Barbican.
The P Word is Waleed Akhtar's sharp-witted and devastating play charting the parallel lives of two gay Pakistani men as they negotiate everything from casual hook-ups to the UK's hostile environment. A story of who wins in the luck of life's draw, it was premiered at the Bush Theatre, London, in 2022, directed by Anthony Simpson-Pike.
Jul 4, 2019 · Waleed Akhtar, who is currently on the road with A Thousand Splendid Suns, shares his experiences and challenges of touring as an actor of colour in the UK. He talks about finding suitable digs, dealing with racism and cultural differences, and the lack of support and information in the touring system.
Sep 15, 2022 · Two very different gay Pakistani men cross paths in Waleed Akhtar’s tremendous new play. Waleed Akhtar’s gorgeous, devastating new play is split between two Britains. One’s the...
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Waleed Akhtar is a writer and actor. He was a Michael Grandage Company Futures bursary winner in 2021. His most recent work includes Kabul Goes Pop (Brixton House / Hightide / Colchester Mercury – UK Tour) and a new commission from Audible as part of the Emerging Playwrights scheme.
Waleed Akhtar is a writer and actor. He was the recipient of the 2023 Peggy Ramsay/Film 4 bursary and was awarded an MGC Futures bursary winner in 2021. He won Most Promising Playwright at The Offies 2023 and was nominated for the equivalent at The Evening Standard Awards.
