Reena Combo

Reena Combo, born 14 February 1982, is an actress and journalist. She is currently the editor of Ikonz magazine.

Background

Born in Wolverhampton in the West Midlands, Combo began her journalism experience by writing for an Asian bridal magazine at the age of 14 and, at 16, worked with the BBC Asian Network. She continued writing for publications and online magazines while studying for her degree at the University of Birmingham and also worked as an extra on television dramas including Hollyoaks, Brookside, Coronation Street, Cold Feet and The Bill.

Journalism

She went on to work as a lecturer at a drama school in the Midlands before landing a position with Urban Media as a journalist for the Asian Leader, now The Asian Today, in 2003. She later became the newspaper's Sub Editor.

In 2004, the publishing house appointed her as the editor of their newly established entertainment publication, Desi Xpress.

In June 2006, Combo left her editorial responsibilities at Urban Media to "pursue other interests".

At present, Combo is the editor of Ikonz, a monthly Asian magazine aimed at young British Asians. The publication focuses on both the Bollywood and Hollywood entertainment circuit, with emphasis on the urban music industry. The first issue was published on 1 December, 2006.

As a notable figure in the Asian entertainment industry, Combo regularly presents and contributes towards various showbiz gossip features on radio and television.

Performing Arts

As an actress, Combo has experience in television work and Asian theatre. She played leading roles in writer Harvinder Sohal's plays, Anum and Udham.

In December 2007, she took a lead role in theatre production The Fifth Cup, performed at The Drum in Birmingham. The play is expected to tour nationally in 2008.

Achievements

In October 2007, Combo was included in Ikonz magazine's special Halloween photo shoot, in which she was transformed into a Vampiress. She was featured alongside Hollyoaks actors Ricky Whittle and Kevin Sacre along with other celebrities.

In November 2007, she was nominated as Outstanding Woman in Business 2007 by the Institute of Asian Businesses (IAB), a division of the Birmingham Chamber of Commerce.

In December 2007, Combo publicly backed glamour model Katie Price following the publication of a sticker mocking Price's son in .

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