Renowned actor Qavi Khan passes away at 80

Famend Pakistani actor Qavi Khan handed away in Canada, the place he was staying for his therapy, Arts Council Karachi President Muhammad Ahmad Shah confirmed late on Sunday. He was 80.

“Qavi had been unwell not too long ago,” Shah stated. He prayed which will God relaxation the departed soul in everlasting peace and grant braveness and energy to the members of the bereaved household to bear the irreparable loss with fortitude.

As a nod to the late actor’s prowess and expertise, Shah referred to him as a “nice actor who had left an indelible mark on the showbiz trade”.

Speaking about his achievements, the humanities council president stated that Khan was honoured with Sitara-e-Imtiaz, PTV Lifetime Achievement award and Lifetime Achievement Award from Radio Pakistan.

Speaking to Geo Information in Canada, Adnan Qavi, son of the legendary actor, stated that the time and different particulars about his father’s funeral prayer could be introduced later.

Honoured with the President’s Award for Pleasure of Efficiency, the charismatic actor labored in round 200 movies. He additionally carried out in quite a few tremendous hit TV serials, radio and stage dramas.

Condolences pour in

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed deep grief and sorrow over the demise of the unimaginable actor. He termed the demise of Khan as an irreparable loss to the humanities sector within the nation.

The premier additionally prayed which will Allah bless the departed soul and grant persistence to the bereaved household.

“Sitara-e-Imtiaz and President’s Award for Pleasure of Efficiency are recognition of his expertise by the state,” he added. 

PM Shehbaz additionally stated that the legendary actor proved his expertise together with his efficiency in movies, TV, stage and radio.

The versatile actor’s efficiency in Laakhon Mein Teen and Andhera Ujala continues to be remembered by the individuals.

Taking to the microblogging web site, Twitter, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan wrote: “Saddened to be taught of the passing of well-known actor Qavi Khan.