Who Is Yousuf Bashir
Qureshi?
Yousuf Bashir Qureshi, popularly known
by his initials YBQ, is a multi‑talented Pakistani artist: designer,
photographer, actor, poet, musician, and farmer. He has earned recognition both
in creative arts and in Pakistani television and fashion. His work spans many
disciplines, blending modern artistic expression with deep roots in tradition.
Early Life & Education
✅Birth Place & Date: Yousuf Bashir
Qureshi was born on 2 March 1971 in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.
✅Parents & Family Origins: His
mother is Abida Bashir, and through her, he has familial ties to Ajmer (India).
His family has a strong farming background; they own farms and were
traditionally landowners.
✅Education: He attended Steel Cadet
College (a boarding school) during his early schooling years. He went on to
higher studies in the United States and graduated from the University of
Nebraska with a degree in Food Science.
Career
Yousuf Bashir Qureshi’s career is rich
and varied, combining creative arts with acting and agriculture.
✅After finishing his studies, he
initially moved into the fashion/design/photography domain. His early interests
included art, photography and design.
✅He opened a café in Lincoln, Nebraska,
and then spent some time in Santa Monica, California, working on costume
design, among other projects.
✅He has worked in fashion design for his
own label YBQDS, drawing inspiration from traditional South Asian styles, Sufi
mysticism, and natural materials like silks, cotton, linen, jute.
✅Yousuf returned to Pakistan in 2004. He
established the Commune Artist Colony in Karachi (in former warehouses) as his
studio / atelier / hub for creative work.
✅Drama & Acting: More recently, he
has become increasingly active in television dramas. Some of his noted drama
roles include appearances in Noor Jahan, Kuch Ankahi, Kabhi
Main Kabhi Tum, DuniyaPur. His first drama was Sinf-e-Aahan,
where he played a Baloch Sardar who opposes girls' education.
Personal Life
✅Marriage / Family / Kids: There is
little publicly reliable information about Yousuf Bashir Qureshi’s wife or
children. As of the latest public sources, his marital status is known (he is
married), but the name of his spouse and children are not clearly shared.
✅Height & Weight: He is reported to
be about 5 feet 8‑9 inches tall, with weight estimates ranging (depending on
source) between about 69‑75 kg.
✅Zodiac Sign: Given his birthdate of 2
March, Yousuf Bashir Qureshi’s zodiac sign is Pisces.
✅Net Worth: Public sources estimate his
net worth to be around US$100,000.
Achievements, Records & Recognition
✅He is known not only for design but for
creating platforms for artists—founding the Commune Artist Colony, which serves
as a nexus for art, design, exhibition, and creativity in Karachi.
✅His fashion work has been featured in
notable fashion events and published in publications; his designs are
recognized for originality, use of natural fibers, and fusion of traditional
motifs.
✅In television, even though he began
acting later in life, his dramatic roles have been well received. His role in Noor
Jahan especially brought him broader popular recognition.
Scandals & Controversies
✅Based on available public sources,
there are no major confirmed scandals or controversies involving Yousuf Bashir
Qureshi that are credible. Most media reports focus on his creative work, his
journey into acting, his dual life between art/design and farming. Some reports
discuss his replacing another actor in Sinf-e-Aahan, which is more of a
professional update than a scandal.
Additional Info & Social Media
✅Official Label / Brand: YBQDS is his
design label / brand.
✅Seat / Studio: Karachi is home to his
atelier and the Commune Artist Colony.
✅Social Media / Contact: He has official
website(s) linked to YBQ / YBQDS, Instagram / Facebook presence under those
names. (Exact contact number is not publicly verified in reliable
sources, so I can’t provide that).
Summary
Yousuf Bashir Qureshi (“YBQ”) is a
unique figure in Pakistan’s creative landscape. Born in Karachi in 1971, with
farming heritage and education in food science abroad, he combined these roots
with art and design to build a reputation as a thoughtful, boundary‑crossing
artist. Over time he branched into acting, and his roles in Pakistani
television dramas have added to his creative persona. While many personal
details (such as children’s names or spouse’s identity) remain private or
unverified, his impact as a designer, mentor, and actor is visible in both
cultural spaces and media.
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