Zainab Jiwa
Zainab Jiwa is a London-based Presenter, Actress, and Creator celebrated for her vibrant presence across film, television, and fashion. In 2025, she was named a Forbes 30 Under 30 honouree in Media & Marketing, and her innovative, personality-driven approach to entertainment has earned her features in Vogue, People Magazine, Variety, and numerous other prominent media profiles.
Zainab’s red carpet coverage is known for her signature method dressing—a creative fashion approach where her outfits align with the themes of the films or shows she covers. This visual storytelling has resonated across the industry and online, impressing even A-listers like Denzel Washington and Zendaya, whom she has interviewed, along with many other stars.
She is a sought-after host for major premieres and events, including the Wicked world premiere and the BAFTA Film Awards, and frequently collaborates with global powerhouses like Netflix, Google, Sony, Warner Bros., and Prime Video. Her content spans red carpet interviews, press junkets, film and TV commentary, and fashion-forward shoots, all delivered with her trademark humour and cultural insight.
She was awarded the Women in Media Award at the Muslim Women Awards and nominated for Entertainment Creator of the Year at the Sky x TikTok Awards 2024. With over 700,000 followers and 22 million+ likes, Zainab bridges entertainment and identity through authentic, multidimensional content.
Zainab is also a creative director in fashion, often leading the vision behind her editorial and campaign shoots. As an actress, she weaves storytelling into all aspects of her work and is currently developing original film projects through writing and directing.
Beyond presenting, she enjoys learning languages, painting, and travelling—always bringing warmth, humour, and positivity to her work. Her creative direction and makeup artistry have been featured in Vogue, Yoko Mag, and exhibited at London’s Oxo Tower.
Zainab holds a First Class Honours degree from the University of the Arts London (LCF) and previously worked in the university’s marketing team. She continues to develop her crafts, and shares her evolving journey across her platforms.
