Leila Khan (actress)

Leila Khan
Alma materAnglia Ruskin University
Occupationactress

Leila Khan is an English actress. She is known for her role as Sahar Zahid in the coming-of-age romantic comedy drama series Heartstopper.

Education

Khan grew up in Harlow and moved to Great Dunmow when she was fourteen years old.[1] She studied at Helena Romanes School, and stayed on there for sixth form to study law, English literature, and drama.[1]

Khan graduated with a degree in drama and English literature at Anglia Ruskin University.[1]

Career

Khan joined the cast of the British coming-of-age romantic comedy drama series Heartstopper during the show's second season, playing the role of Sahar Zahid.[2][3] She also had a role in the BBC's Death and Paradise Christmas special.[2]

References

  1. ^ a b c "Leila Khan landed acting roles in Netlix's Heartstopper series and the BBC's Death in Paradise Christmas Special while studying on our BA (Hons) Drama & English Literature degree". Anglia Ruskin University. Retrieved 11 October 2025.
  2. ^ a b Bhutani, Pankhuri (4 October 2024). "Leila Khan". Revamp Magazine. Retrieved 11 October 2025.
  3. ^ Bhutani, Pankhuri (7 October 2023). "Leila Khan". Revamp Magazine.