FATI WASHA, A KANNYWOOD SHINING STAR: BIOGRAPHY, AGE, CAREER TRAJECTORY, AND NET WORTH.
Fatima Abdullahi Washa known as Tara Washa by the media, is a one of the top Hausa movie industry, kannywood actresses that has starred in over 50 films and has won numerous notable awards for her work including the 2015 kannywood award for the best supporting actress.
She is admired for her dedication to her craft, often going to great lengths to prepare for challenging roles.
From a variety of genres, including drama, comedy, and romance. Fati Washa has captured the hearts of audiences across Nigeria and beyond with her talent, dedication, and charisma.
She is also a social media influencer, creating awareness for several prominent brands on Instagram, X and Tiktok.
She has a large and dedicated fan base with over 1.9 million followers on Instagram, 771.6 thousand followers on Tiktok and 285 thousand followers on X as of time of writing.[1][2]
Fati Washa is one of the most followed and richest Kannywood actresses.
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Fati Washa Biography
Kannywood star, Fati Washa was born in Bauchi, Nigeria, on February 21, 1993 and lives in Kano state, Nigeria. Fati Washa talks less about her family publicly, but on occasions she mentioned her father, Mallam Abdullahi.[3] Her distinct cultural background has helped shape her acting career, and has influenced her versatile acting abilities to adapt to various roles in the entertainment industry.
While Fati have not celebrated her birthday publicly on social media for the past two years, in her recent birth month, February, 2023, she did post her a picture of self at Medina, Saudi Arabia, saying “My favorite place in the whole world”.[1]
It is speculated that the trip was in honor of her birthday.
Fati Washa keeps her personal life relatively private, but it is known that she comes from a loving and supportive family. She rarely shares details about her family members or their occupations on her public platforms, choosing to focus on her career.
Fati Washa’s Age
Fati Washa is 30 years old, in 2023, with her birthday falling on February 21st.
Fati Washa’s Educational background
Fati Washa is said to have a primary, secondary and a college of education certificate, though she has declared interest to further her education. She had her primary and secondary education in Bauchi, before moving to Kano, Nigeria to further her tertiary education in Federal college of education, Kano.[3]
Sources have it that Fati Washa has gone to further her education in University of Cyprus.[4] She has as well taken to her Instagram handle pictures of herself in Cyprus on several occasions.
Fati Washa’s Career Journey
Fati Washa is a force to reckon with in the Kannywood industries as she tops the chart for the most influential and successful Kannywood actress.
The actress started her acting career at a very young age and she quickly gained recognition through the ranks of the Kannywood industry.
Fati Washa is known for her versatility, and she has starred in a variety of genres, including drama, comedy, and romance.She made her first debut in 2011.[3]
The actress became popular after starring in the movie “Ana wata ga wata”.
The 2015 movie “Hindu – The African Extra Vagrant”, where she played the role of “lantana” has also increased her fame making her a household name.
The movie was described as the most expensive Hausa industry project.
In addition to Hindu and Ana wata ga wata, Fati Washa has appeared in a number of notable films including “Rariya (2017)”, “Mijin Biza (2017)”, “Ya daga Allah (2014)”,”Yanayi (2019)”, and “Basaja Gidan Yari (2016)”.[5]
Throughout the actress’s career, Fati Washa has acted alongside some of the most popular Kannywood actors, including Ali Nuhu,Tijjani Assase, Nuhu Abdullahi,Sadiq Ahmad, Adam A. Zango, Sadiq Sani Sadiq, and Rahama Sadau.
Acting a supporting role with these actors have helped her become the successful actress she is today.
Fati Washa’s Movies
Fati Washa’s filmography demonstrates her versatility by taking a diverse range of roles. Her exceptional performances have won her critical acclaim and have helped her to build a strong fan base, cementing her status as one of Kannywood’s most promising actresses. Some of the notable movies she appeared on are:
- Hindu (2015): Fati Washa played the role of lantana and acted alongside Sadiq Ahmad, Tijan Assase and Aminu Bala. The movie was directed by Hassan Giggs.[5]
- Dan Birni (2016): She played the role of Karimatu alongside actors like Musa Abdullahi, Idris Adamu and Sadiq Sani Sadiq. The movie was directed by Falalu A. Dorayi.[5]
- Basaja Gidan Yari (2016): Fati Washa appeared in this movie as Khairat with other actors including, Rukkaya Abdullaziz, Falalu A. Dorayi and Hadiza Aliyu. The movie was directed by Adam A. Zango.[5]
- Akwai Dalili (2016): Fati Washa appeared as Kawar Bilikisu with other notable actors like Nafisat Abdullahi, Balarabi Jaji, and Adam A. Zango. The film was directed by Falalu A. Dorayi.[5]
- Kowa Dalin (2016): A movie directed by Isah Alolo. Fati Washa acted alongside popular actors like Ali Nuhu, Jamila Nagudu and Falalu A. Dorayi.[5]
- Mijin Biza (2017): Fati Washa starred alongside, Hadiza Aliyu, Adam A. Zango and Halima Atete. The film was directed by Falalu A. Dorayi.[5]
- Rariya (2017): Fati Washa acted the role as Fa’za and shared the screen with co-stars like Maryam Booth, Ali Nuhu, and Sadiq Sani Sadiq. Yaseen Auwal directed the movie.[5]
- Kalan Dangi (2017): Fati Washa starred exceptionally alongside other renowned Kannywood actors including Aminu Sheriff, Ali Nuhu, Hadiza Mohammad, and Hafsat Idris. The film was directed by Ali Gumzak.[5]
- ‘Ya Daga Allah (2014): A movie directed by Aminu saira. This was one of the movies that brought Fati Washa to limelight, she played the role of Atika, alongside other prominent Kannywood actors like Ali Nuhu, Nafisat Abdullahi and Sadiq Sani Sadiq.[6]
- Matar Mijina (2018): The movie starred actors like Adam A. Zango, Umar Gombe, Maryam Isa Abubakar alongside Fati Washa. The film was directed by Sadiq N. Mafia.[5]
- Hurumi (2019): Fati Washa graced the screen alongside Lawan Ahmad, Khadijat Ishaq, and Adam A. Zango. The film was directed by Falalu A. Dorayi.[5]
- Yanayi (2019): The movie was directed by Sanusi Oscar. She appeared in the film alongside Zainab Indomie, Salisu S. Fulani, Nuhu Abdullahi and Ali Nuhu.[5]
- Sadauki (2019): The Kannywood star, Fati Washa acted alongside Adam A. Zango, Abdul M. Shareef, and Isa Adamu. The film was directed by Hassan Giggs.[5]
Fati Washa’s exceptional roles in these movies have not only garnered her a significant fan following but have also established her as a talented actress.
Fati Washa Awards and Nominations
Fati Washa’s talent has not gone unnoticed, she has been nominated for numerous notable awards and has earned accolades for her outstanding performances. Some of her wins include:
| Year | Honor | Award | Result |
| 2014 | Best Support Actress | City People Entertainment Award | Nominated |
| 2015 | Best Supporting Actress | Kannywood Awards | Won |
| 2017 | Best Actress | City People Entertainment Award | Nominated |
| 2019 | Best Actress | African Film Awards | Won |
| 2019 | Best Actress | City People Entertainment Award | Nominated |
| 2019 | Best Actress (Hausa) | The Future Award Africa | Nominated |
With the actress exceptional acting skills, it is only a matter of time before Fati Washa adds more awards to her collection.
Fati Washa Net Worth
Fati Washa’s net worth is estimated to be between $300,000 to $500,000.[3] Her earnings primarily come from her acting career, endorsements, and social media influencing for both telecommunication, food and cosmetics brands amongst the others.
She has influenced on Instagram for a number of brands including Glo, Rufaidah drink and Tauren Wuta Shop.[1]
Is Fati Washa in a relationship or married?
Fati Washa has been discreet about her romantic relationships, and there is limited public information regarding her current relationship status. Sources have it that she was involved in some romantic relationship with the actor and producer, Adam A. Zango, which lasted for a while, although she never came out to accept or refute it.[10]
In an interview with PREMIUM TIME’ Muhammed Lere in Abuja, another actor and producer, Nuhu Abdullahi, has declared his interest on Fati Washa saying “Fati Washa is always my favourite and I wouldn’t even regret it if I said I love her”.[11] He claims that the actress is always nice to him and he can do anything to make her happy.
Further information have not been heard about the two Kannywood stars.
Currently, Fati Washa have not been seen in any romantic relationship and has not declared having any romantic relationship.
Fati Washa Social Media
In today’s digital age, Fati Washa is not only celebrated on the silver screen but also on social media platforms. She has a massive fan base with thousands to millions of followers on social media. As her fan, you can follow her on social media handles, where she shares glimpses of her life, career updates, and engages with her admirers.
- Instagram: @washafati[1]
- X: @washafatii[2]
- Tiktok: @washfati[3]
Fati Washa’s journey from her roots in Kano to her rising status in Nollywood is a testament to her talent, dedication, and determination. At just 30 years old, she has achieved a remarkable level of success and has become an inspiration to many. As she continues to captivate audiences with her exceptional performances, there is no doubt that Fati Washa’s star will continue to shine brightly even beyond the walls of Kannywood sensation.
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