Veteran Pakistani actor Sohail Asghar passes away

Gulf Today Report

Veteran Pakistani actor Sohail Asghar passed away in Lahore on Saturday after a prolonged illness.

According to his family, Asghar was hospitalised during the past week due to deteriorating health condition.

His funeral prayers will be held in Lahore on Sunday, according to family sources.

Asghar began his career in the showbiz industry as an RJ for Radio Pakistan and later joined TV.

Asghar was known for his roles in TV serials Khafa Khafa Zindagi (2018), Teri Meri Love Story (2016), Aap Ki Kaneez (2014), Aashti (2009) and more.

Showbiz personalities expressed their condolences on social media.

Actor and TV host Faysal Quraishi tweeted a picture of Asghar, stating, “Suhail bhai is no more.”

Actor Ahsan Khan posted on Instagram, “The iconic Suhail Asghar. RIP. Allah Hafiz.”

“Saddened by your demise. Worked in so many projects with you and you taught me so much. Farewell, my teacher and rest in peace,” tweeted famed actor Mohib Mirza.