South Asian American actress Shezray Husain has been cast as part of the lead ensemble in Bodhi Tree Multimedia’s thriller series Gunaah on Disney+ Hotstar. The series is available to watch for free on mobile devices with new episodes dropping everyday from Monday to Friday.
Shezray will portray the role of Divya, the NRI sister of the lead character played by actress Surbhi Jyoti. Shezray’s character, Divya, is integral to the show’s narrative and adds to the rich diversity of the cast. She has relocated to India from the United States specifically to film Gunaah.
From her roots in Chicago, Shezray has embarked on a journey, transitioning from the world of beauty pageants to the glitzy realm of entertainment. She has competed in Miss Illinois USA and other International beauty pageants. Her modeling prowess laid the foundation for a successful acting career in the South Asian entertainment industry, marked by notable roles such as in ‘Dhaani’ and “Rebecca/Rebby” in internationally acclaimed TV show “Khuda Aur Mohabbat.”
With each character, she has showcased remarkable versatility and talent, garnering acclaim both domestically and internationally. Now, with her pivotal role in Bodhi Tree Multimedia’s Gunaah on Disney+ Hotstar, Shezray continues to mesmerize audiences with her captivating performances.
Shezray said, “I am thrilled to be a part of Gunaah and work with such a talented team. This role has been a fantastic opportunity for me to challenge myself and grow as an actress. Filming in India has been an incredible experience, and I am grateful for the warm welcome I’ve received from the cast and crew. Playing Divya has allowed me to explore new depths in my acting, and I hope the audience enjoys watching the show as much as we enjoyed making it. Being part of such a diverse and dynamic series is truly an honor, and I can’t wait for everyone to see what we have in store.”
Mautik Tolia, Managing Director, Bodhi Tree Multimedia, said, “It’s great to have Shezray on board with us. We are impressed by her commitment to the show and are sure the viewers will like her character. She was the obvious choice for us as she fit the part of a NRI perfectly.”
Gunaah is now available to stream for free on the Disney+Hotstar mobile app. It is directed by Anil Senior and produced by Sukesh Dev Motwani, Persis Singanporia and Mautik Tolia with Anirudh Pathak as the showrunner.
