Veteran TV Actor Anwar Iqbal passes away

According to details, the 71-year old actor was suffering from cardiac issues for a long time. A week earlier, his family had requested people to pray for his speedy recovery and good health.

The actor rose to prominence from his drama serial Shama. 

He went on to feature in Naseem Hijazi's Akhri Chattan in the early 80s and acted in many hit Urdu and Sindhi dramas.

Anwar Iqbal also worked as a director and made his debut with drama Ishq Pecha in 1984.

Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Fawad Chaudhry Thursday condoled the death of Urdu and Sindhi drama artist Anwar Iqbal Baloch who passed away in Karachi after protracted illness.

He, in his condolence message, said the memorable role played by Anwar in his dramas was imprinted in the minds of fans.

“Anwar was excelled in his unique style and eloquence,” said Fawad. The vacuum created from his passing could not be easily filled.

He prayed to Allah Almighty to elevate ranks of the deceased in paradise and give courage to bereaved family to bear the loss with equanimity.