Zaira Wasim burst onto the Indian film scene with her performance in the 2016 blockbuster 'Dangal,' where she portrayed the younger version of wrestler Geeta Phogat. Her remarkable talent earned her the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress in 2017, making her an inspiration for young actors. Following her success in 'Secret Superstar,' which explored themes of female empowerment, Wasim was recognized with the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress. However, in June 2019, she announced her retirement from acting, citing that her career was interfering with her faith and relationship with religion. She expressed a desire to distance herself from the film industry and requested fans to remove her images from social media. Now living a more private life, Wasim recently revealed her marriage in October 2025, sharing glimpses of her nikah ceremony and stating, 'Qubool hai x3.'