Sofia Hayat is a renowned actress, having gained recognition for her work in both Hollywood and Bollywood projects. Her career began in 2003 with a starring role in "Absolute Power" alongside Stephen Fry. She went on to appear in notable projects such as Footballers Wives Extra Time, Waterloo Road for the BBC, Cash and Curry, The Unforgettable, and Naachle London.
Her versatility as an actress is evident in her roles in films like Bollywood Carmen, which earned a BAFTA nomination, and starred her alongside Abhay Deol and Meera Syal.
In 2021, during the lockdown, Sofia created a short film called "Portals of Truth" on her phone, which won three awards at various film festivals, including the Best Short Mobile Film Award at the Cult Movie Festival. The film was shot and edited within a 24-hour period and explores Sofia's spiritual journey, blending ancient Egyptian stories and Greek myths.
As a spiritual guru and former actress and nun, Sofia has spoken about the significance of her film, stating that it allowed her to utilize her acting skills to share her truth with others, feeling a sense of freedom in the process.
The film was selected for three film festivals and won the Best Short Mobile Film Award at the Cult Movies International Film Festival in 2022, as well as being a semi-finalist at the London Web Film Festival.
In addition to her acting career, Sofia is a skilled polo player and musician. She plays the piano to grade 7 and can play Mozart on her recorder.
As a spiritual person, Sofia has undergone a significant transformation, having been born a Muslim before converting to Catholicism in 2010 after studying both religions. She has since evolved into a spiritual guru, guiding Forbes billionaires and celebrities on their own spiritual journeys.
Sofia has published two books, "Dishonoured" with Blake Publishing and "The Awakening of the Starseed - Reclaim your Truth and Power", released in 2025, which aims to help individuals heal and evolve into their true selves.
Throughout her career, Sofia has been featured in various publications, including India's sexiest women in the world, and has appeared on the covers of magazines such as FHM, GQ, and Vogue.
