Tribal and religious leaders of Afghans (Ethnic Pashtuns) in southern Afghanistan

Pashtuns,[1] also known as Pakhtuns or Afghans, are an ethnic group that inhabit the Pashtunistan region of Afghanistan and Pakistan.[2][3] They are one of the most populous ethnic groups in both countries. There is a significant Pashtuns diaspora in neighbouring countries such as Iran and India.[4]

Pashtuns are traditionally organised into tribal divisions, and their society is defined by the Pashtunwali, the traditional code by which they live. It is extremely important in the social structure and interactions of the Pashtun tribes.

There are more than 350–400 Pashtun tribes making Pashtuns the world's largest segmentary lineage society.[5]

Rulers and generals


Artists

Afghanistan

  • Farhad Darya (Afghanistan) - Afghan singer and composer, known for his contributions to Afghan music.

Pakistan

  • Gul Panra (Pakistan) - Urdu-Pashto female singer.
  • Zeb Bangash (Pakistan)- Urdu-Pashto folk singer.
  • Zeek Afridi (Pakistan)- Urdu-Pashto folk singer.
  • Badar Munir (Pakistan) - Pashto Film former Actor.
  • Kushhal Khan (Pakistan) - Pashto Model and actor

United Kingdom

  • M Huncho (Afghan-British) - Afghan-British rapper and singer from London.

Authors

Aviators

Afghanistan

  • Abdul Ahad Momand (Afghanistan), 4th Muslim astronaut who visited Space and first Muslim in the entire world who bring Quran to the space. Due to Abdul Ahad Momand, Pashto is now the 4th language spoken in space.

Pakistan

  • Jahangir Khan (Pakistan) - Pakistani aviator who became the first Pashtun and the second Pakistani to fly around the world solo in a small aircraft.
  • Hakeemullah Khan Durrani (Pakistan) - Former Pakistani Air Marshal and Chief of Air Staff of the Pakistan Air Force.
  • Ayesha Farooq (Pakistan) - First female fighter pilot from the Pashtun community in Pakistan.

Architects

  • Sharif Fayez - An Afghan architect and urban planner who has contributed to the rebuilding efforts in Afghanistan.
  • Habib Ullah Khan - A renowned Pakistani architect known for his contributions to the field of architectural design and urban planning.
  • Hayatullah Khan Durrani - An Afghan architect and urban planner who has played a vital role in the development and reconstruction of Afghanistan.
  • Farid Esmaeil - An Afghan architect who has worked on several notable projects in Afghanistan, focusing on sustainable design and preservation of cultural heritage.
  • Noor Khan Bayat - A Pashtun architect and urban planner who has worked on various architectural projects in Pakistan.
  • Shamsul Qamar - An architect from Pakistan who has designed several notable buildings and structures.
  • Hadi Nasiri - An Afghan architect and urban planner known for his work on projects related to urban development and sustainable architecture.
  • Abasin Khan Achakzai - A Pakistani architect known for his expertise in sustainable design and construction.

Businessman

Afghanistan

  • Saad Mohseni (Afghanistan) - Co-founder and CEO of MOBY Group, a leading media and entertainment company in Afghanistan.

Pakistan

  • Shahid Khan (United States) - Pakistani-American billionaire and owner of the Jacksonville Jaguars NFL team and Fulham FC.
  • Javed Afridi - Pakistani business tycoon, Owner of Peshawar Zalmi.
  • Faisal Dawood (Pakistan) - CEO of Dawood Hercules Corporation, one of the largest industrial groups in Pakistan.
  • Sirajuddin Aziz (Pakistan) - CEO of Habib Metropolitan Bank, one of the leading banks in Pakistan.
  • Nasrullah Khan Durrani (Pakistan) - Founder and Chairman of Durrani Group, a prominent business conglomerate in Pakistan.
  • Malik Abdul Rahim (Pakistan) - Founder and Chairman of Abdul Rahim Group, a diversified business group with interests in manufacturing, construction, and real estate.
  • Begum Kulsum Saifullah Khan (Pakistan) - Pakistani businesswoman.

Bureaucrats

Afghanistan

Pakistan

Scientists

Afghanistan

Pakistan

Film Industry

Madhubala from her paternal lineage hailed from the Yusufzai tribe of Pashtuns from the Valley of Peshawar
  • Madhubala; Mumtaz Jehan Begum Dehlavi, the cinema superstar of India and the rest of the world, starred in over 60 films in the span of 20 years including the epic Mughal-e-Azam, the highest grossing film in India's History.
  • Shah Rukh Khan - Indian actor and film producer, often referred to as the "King of Bollywood." He has Pathan ancestry from his father's side.
  • Amjad Khan - Indian actor known for his iconic portrayal of the character Gabbar Singh in the film "Sholay." He belonged to a Pashtun family.
  • Zareen Khan - Indian actress who made her debut in Bollywood. She has Pashtun ancestry from her father's side.
  • Huma Qureshi - Indian actress who has appeared in Hindi films. She has Pashtun ancestry from her father's side.
  • Arbaaz Khan - Indian actor, film producer, and director. He is of Pathan descent.
  • Sahil Khan - Indian actor and model.

Pakistan

Journalists

  • Najiba Ayubi - Afghan journalist and women's rights advocate, known for her work in promoting press freedom and advocating for women's rights.
  • Sami Yousafzai - Afghan journalist who has reported extensively on the Taliban and the situation in Afghanistan.

Pakistan

  • Rahimullah Yusufzai - Pakistani journalist and expert on Afghan affairs, known for his reporting on the region.
  • Saleem Safi - Pakistani journalist, columnist, and television anchor, specializing in political analysis and current affairs.
  • Nasim Zehra - Pakistani journalist and television anchor, known for her expertise in political analysis and foreign affairs.
  • Farahnaz Zahidi - Pakistani journalist and writer, known for her contributions to women's rights, social issues, and human rights.
  • Asma Shirazi - Pakistani journalist and television anchor, known for her work in political journalism and interviewing prominent figures.
  • Iftikhar Ahmad - Pakistani journalist and television anchor, known for his talk show focused on political and social issues.
  • Hassan Abbas - Pakistani journalist, author, and academic, specializing in security and political analysis.
  • Wajahat Saeed Khan, Pakistani journalist, news anchor and defence analyst.

Politicians

Afghanistan

Pakistan

  • Sania Nishtar, Prominent Pakistani technocrat, author, doctor and politician from Peshawar served as Federal Minister for the Poverty Alleviation.
  • Abdul Haq Akorwi (Pakistan) - Prominent political leader, Mujahid during Soviet Afghan war and a teacher from Akora Khattak.
  • Daud Khan Achakzai (Pakistan) - the chairperson of senate committee on communication and member of Senate Committee on Information, Broadcasting and National Heritage, Law and Justice, Defence Production, Select Committee from Awami National Party (ANP)
  • Haroon Khan Leghari - is a famous home grown politician from Nowshera District KPK hailing from Pirpiai Village and known for his honest and straight forward approach to politics with a flair for welfare of the poor and no nonsense approach to governance

Presidents

India

Pakistan

Afghanistan

  • Mohammad Daoud Khan - served as the first President of Afghanistan from 1973 to 1978.
  • Nur Muhammad Khan Taraki - Served as the second President of Afghanistan from 1978 to 1979.
  • Hafizullah Amin - He remained the 3rd head of state Afghanistan from Sept 19ember79 to Dec 19ember79, H. organizedsed theur communist Revolution in 1978.
  • Babrak Karmal - He served as the Head of state from 1979 to 1986 from People's Democratic Party.
  • Haji Muhammad Khan - He served as the Head of state from 1986 to 1987.
  • Mohammad Najibullah Ahmadzai - He served as the communist Head of state from 1987 to 1992.
  • Abdul Rahim Hatif - After the assassination of Dr Najibullah, He acted as the president of Afghanistan for 2 weeks.


Military

General Ayub Khan, former Pakistan Army chief and President of Pakistan was from the Tareen tribe of Pashtuns.

Pakistan Armed Forces

Afghanistan Forces

Royalty

Durrani Empire (1747-1823)

  • Ahmad Shah Abdali – Founder of Durrani Empire. and Former ruler of Afghanistan, India, Pakistan, Iran and some parts of Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan.
  • Timur Shah Durrani – Second Ruler of Durrani Empire and Former ruler of Afghanistan and Punjab Region.
  • Zaman Shah Durrani – Third Ruler of Durrani Empire.

Hotak Empire

Barakzai Dynasty

Sur Empire

Lodi Empire

  • Bahlol Lodi – The founder and first emperor of Lodi Empire
  • Sikander Lodi – Second Emperor of Lodi Empire.
  • Ibrahim Lodi – Third and Last Monarch of Lodi Empire.
  • Ghurid Dynasty
  • Khilji Dynasty
  • Azad Khan Empire
  • State Of Pakhtunkhwa
  • Yousafzai State Of Swat
  • Yousafzai State Of Dir
  • Rohilkand Dynasty Rohillas

Revolutionaries

Sport Persons

Afghanistan

  • Rashid Khan (Afghanistan) - Afghan cricketer and one of the best spin bowlers in the world. He has achieved great success in international cricket.

Pakistan

Jurist

Afghanistan

Pakistan

References

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  10. ↑ "Jamal al-Din al-Afghani".
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