Iman Vellani is a Canadian actress who became an overnight sensation as Kamala Khan/Ms. Marvel in the MCU, making her debut in “Ms. Marvel” (2022) and “The Marvels” (2023). Born in Pakistan and raised in Ontario, Vellani was still a high school student when cast through an open audition.
The young star has become a role model for Muslim representation in Hollywood while maintaining a refreshingly down-to-earth persona. Vellani is a self-professed Marvel superfan who brings authentic geek enthusiasm to her role. She balances acting with writing, having co-authored a Marvel Comics series about her character.
Vellani keeps her personal life private but is vocal about social issues and representation in media. When not working, she enjoys comic books, anime, and advocating for diverse storytelling. Her meteoric rise from unknown fan to Marvel lead represents a modern Hollywood fairytale.
