'My heart is so so heavy with the news that the highly respected and legendary comedian #UmerSharif bhai passed away today. Rest in applause #umarsharif'.Īctor-comedian Jaaved Jaaferi said Sharif was not only a great artiste but also a socially and morally conscious human being. may your soul Rest In Peace #UmerShareef,' Indian actor-comedian Kapil Sharma wrote on Twitter alongside Shareef's photograph.Īctor Randeep Hooda posted, 'Thank you for the great laughs. Meanwhile, actors from both India and Pakistan started paying tributes to the comedy legend on social media. He was also a recipient of the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz for his contributions as comedian, actor and producer in the entertainment industry. He also received 10 Nigar Awards and so far, he is the only actor to receive four Nigar Awards in a single year. Sharif received national awards for best director and best actor in 1992 for Mr. In 1989/90, two of his comedy plays - Bakra Qiston Pe and Buddha Ghar Pe Hai - were bumper box office hits in Pakistan and India while his film Mr 420 is regarded as one of the most successful films ever made in Pakistan. He became a rage when he turned to hosting late night shows on television. Sharif, who started his career at the age of 14 years with stand-up comedy, has done around 60 stage comedy shows and other television shows, and also produced, directed and acted in two movies. Some critics even regard him as one of the greatest observational, stand-up, improvisational and character comedians produced in the subcontinent. He visited India several times to take part in award ceremonies, live shows and appear on television shows. The comedian, who was born on April 19, 1955, gained unparalleled popularity in the 80s, 90s and after 2000 and was equally popular in Pakistan and India. However, his condition deteriorated on the way and he was admitted to a hospital during a stopover in Germany. Sharif, who had undergone two heart bypass surgeries, left on the air ambulance on September 28. Khan had sanctioned 40 million Pakistan Rupees for his treatment. The federal and Sindh provincial governments had arranged an air ambulance to send him to Washington to undergo an urgent life-saving heart procedure.

'He was one of our (greatest) entertainers and will be missed,' he said. Khan said that he had 'the good fortune' of touring with the comedian to raise funds for a hospital. Prime Minister Khan said that he was saddened to learn about Sharif's demise. Our CG (Consulate General) is present at the hospital to assist the family in every way'.

Our deepest condolences to his family and friends. Pakistan's Ambassador to Germany Dr Mohammad Faisal said in a tweet: 'With deep sorrow, it is announced that Mr Umer Sharif has passed away in Germany.

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