LAHORE – Today marks the 8th year of the death anniversary of the greatest legend of Pakistan industry Moin Akhtar who was a Pakistani television, movie and stage actor, humorist, comedian, impersonator, and a host. Along with this, he was a writer, singer, film director and a producer.
He is an inspiration for the generations to come and is one of the few that stands out so distinguishable. A personality which still lives in the hearts of millions.
Moin Akhtar was a highly dynamic and versatile performer, he made his debut for television on September 6, 1966, in a variety show held on PTV to celebrate the first defence day of Pakistan.
Since then, he has performed several roles in TV plays/shows, later making a team with Anwar Maqsood and Bushra Ansari.
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Moin Akhtar was being immensely loved for providing humour for people of all ages and with the etiquette that remains unmatched. His attempts to avoid vulgarity in his humour rendered him a favourite amongst family audiences.
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Akhtar was awarded Pride of Performance, Sitara-e-Imtiaz by the government of Pakistan. He was awarded honorary citizenship of Dallas in 1996 for his achievements.
Moin Akhtar breathed his last on April 22, 2011, in Karachi after suffering from cardiac arrest.
