Adnan Sami to Nasir Khan: Pakistani celebs who hold Indian citizenship

Renowned qawwali and playback singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan holds Indian citizenship, adding to his illustrious musical career in both Pakistan and India.

Pakistani comedian and playwright Anwar Maqsood is known for holding an Indian passport, reflecting his significant cultural influence across South Asia.

Sahir Ludhianvi, a celebrated poet and Bollywood lyricist, moved to Bombay after the partition, significantly impacting Indian cinema with his profound lyrics.

Anglo-Pakistani singer Adnan Sami became an Indian citizen in 2016 after living in India on an extended visitor visa.
 

Nasir Khan, the younger brother of actor Dilip Kumar, held an Indian passport and starred in the first Pakistani film, *Teri Yaad* (1948).