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Farooq Zameer
Pakistani actor From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Farooq Zameer was a Pakistani actor.[1][2][3]
Early life and education
After earning his Masters in English literature from the Government College University, Lahore he began his acting career in the 1960s while also being a businessman by profession.[4]
His uncle Ghori was also an actor, better known for his comic roles in the 1930s and the 1940s in pre-partition India, while another uncle Fazal Kamal was a director and producer associated with PTV.[5]
Career
Actor
Beginning his career with PTV in the 1960s he was better known for his roles in the 1980s and the 1990s.[4]
Director, producer and playwright
He also directed and produced serials and wrote more than 40 plays.[5]
Other work
Professional career
For some time he was the head of the publications division of the National Engineering Services Pakistan Limited (NESPAK).[4]
Illness and death
He died at the age of 76, leaving three sons and a daughter.[1]
Awards and nominations
He was awarded the Pride of Performance award in 2001.[1]
Notable serials
Following are some his notable serials:[1]
- Guriya
- Shamail and Suragh-i-Zindagi
- Mukmala Aur Mahira
- Khandan-i-Shughlia
- Tum Bhi Kaho
- Kaghaz Ki Nao
References
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