The federal government had assured him that it would help and the Sindh government also stepped in, sanctioning Rs40 million for his treatment. Actor Omar Sharif, best known for his roles in classic films Lawrence of Arabia and Doctor Zhivago, has died aged 83. The veteran actor's medical condition had become a subject of national concern last month after he made a video appeal to Prime Minister Imran Khan to help him secure a visa to travel abroad for medical treatment. Sharifs death at the age of 66 while undergoing medical treatment in Germany on Saturday had grieved the nation, with condolences pouring in from different circles including politicians, showbiz. He was also a recipient of the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz for his contributions as a comedian, actor and producer in the entertainment industry. He received ten Nigar Awards and remains the only actor to receive four Nigar Awards in a single year. By Rini Sharma Pakistani actor Umer Sharif (Daily Pakistan) Islamabad, May 14: Renowned stand-up comedian and Pakistani actor Umer Sharif has passed away, several tweets and messages on. Sharif received national awards for best director and best actor in 1992 for Mr. Two of his popular comedy stage plays were Bakra Qistoon Pe and Buddha Ghar Pe Ha. He started his career as a stage performer using the name Umer Zarif but later renamed that to Umer Sharif.
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Sharif's son Jawad Umer and other friends of the late TV legend had received the body at the airport. Dubai: Famous Pakistani comedian and actor Omer Sharif’s daughter Hira Omer died at a hospital in Lahore due to complications after a kidney transplant operation. The plane carrying his body had left Munich for Istanbul on Tuesday before completing the subsequent journey to Pakistan. President Dr Arif Alvi and Prime Minister Imran Khan Saturday expressed their deep grief and sorrow over the death of renowned comedian/actor Umer Sharif. The renowned artist was travelling to the US for treatment. Sharif's death at the age of 66 while undergoing medical treatment in Germany on Saturday had grieved the nation, with condolences pouring in from different circles including politicians, showbiz figures, and TV stars from across the border.Īccording to aviation officials, Turkish Airlines Flight TK-708 took off from Istanbul at 12:53 am, while the scheduled flight landed at Karachi Airport at around 5:33 am. Half Jewish, Gay and Descendant of an Egyptian Legend: Omar Sharif Jr. Veteran comedian Umer Sharif passed away in Germany, local media reported on Saturday.
The casket carrying his body was draped in a Pakistani flag and was taken to Edhi morgue before being transported to his residence. He was buried next to the grave of Shireen Jinnah, sister of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah & Fatima Jinnah, at the Abdullah Shah Ghazi graveyard.Įarlier in the day, his body was brought to Karachi from Istanbul for the final rites. Legendary comedian Umer Sharif was laid to rest after his funeral prayers were offered at a park in Karachi's Clifton with hundreds of people in attendance.
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