Pakistani actors who deceased at age 74
Here are 2 famous actors from Pakistan died at 74:
Mohammad Ali
Mohammad Ali (April 19, 1931 Rampur-March 19, 2006 Lahore) otherwise known as Millennium Supreme Star, Shehenshah-e-Jazbat, The King of Emotions, Munna, Ali Bhai, Mohd Ali, Muhammad Ali, The Emperor of Emotions, Zeba Muhammad Ali, Shahenshah-e-Jazbaat, Super star, Millennium star, Legend Star, Mohammed Ali or Mohd. Ali was a Pakistani actor and film producer. He had one child, Samina Ali.
He died as a result of myocardial infarction.
Mohammad Ali was born in Rampur, India and migrated to Pakistan after the independence of Pakistan in 1947. He made his film debut in 1956 with the film "Chiragh Jalta Raha" and went on to appear in over 250 films during his career, becoming one of the most successful actors in Pakistan's cinema history.
Not only was he a talented actor, but Mohammad Ali was also a producer and director. He founded his own film production company, called "Allied Film Corporation", which produced many successful films in the 1970s and 1980s.
During his career, Mohammad Ali received numerous awards and honors, such as the Nigar Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role a record six times. He was also awarded the Pride of Performance from the Government of Pakistan in recognition of his contributions to Pakistani cinema.
Mohammad Ali was known for his versatility as an actor and his ability to portray a wide range of characters, from romantic heroes to serious dramatic roles. He was also known for his humanitarian work, including serving as the Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme in Pakistan.
Even after his death in 2006, Mohammad Ali remains a beloved and iconic figure in Pakistani cinema, with his contributions to the industry continuing to be recognized and celebrated.
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Sudhir
Sudhir (January 25, 1922 Lahore-January 19, 1997 Lahore) a.k.a. Shah Zaman Khan Afridi, Lala Sudhir or Shah Zaman Khan was a Pakistani actor, film producer and film director. He had three children, Shah Zaman, Meer Zaman and Sikandar Zaman.
Sudhir was born in Lahore, British India, which is presently in Pakistan. He started his career as an actor in the 1940s and starred in more than 200 Pakistani films. Sudhir was known for his versatile acting and was equally popular among different generations of film-goers. He was also a skilled filmmaker and produced and directed a number of successful movies.
Sudhir's contribution to the film industry was widely recognized, and he was awarded several awards for his outstanding work. In 1964, he received the President's Pride of Performance Award. He was also honored with the Nishan-e-Imtiaz, the highest civil award of Pakistan.
Besides his work in films, Sudhir was active in social work and was involved in many social welfare activities. He was a strong advocate of promoting Pakistani cinema and was instrumental in establishing the first-ever Pakistan Film Festival in London in the 1970s.
Sudhir passed away on January 19, 1997, in Lahore, leaving behind a legacy of exceptional work in the film industry and a reputation as one of the most talented actors and filmmakers in Pakistani cinema.
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