Comedy King Umer Sharif Commemorated on Second Death Anniversary

On the occasion of Umer Sharif’s second death anniversary, millions of fans fondly remember the Comedy King. He was born on April 19, 1960, in Liaqatabad, Karachi. UmerSharif embarked on his career in the entertainment world using the stage name ‘Umer Zarif.’ However, as time progressed, he adopted the name ‘Umer Sharif,’ a name synonymous with success in stage, comedy, and acting. His enduring legacy continues to bring laughter and joy to audiences, and his memory remains alive in the hearts of his countless admirers.

The career of Umer Sharif and Achievements

His exceptional talent shone brightly in comedic stage dramas like “Bakra Qistoon Pay” and “Buddha Ghar Pe Hai,” as well as in memorable films such as “Mr. 420,” “Mr. Charlie,” “Khandan,” and “Laat Sahab.” Umer Sharif’s remarkable contributions to Pakistani entertainment garnered him many awards and honours. Notably, he is the sole actor to clinch four Nigar Awards in a year, an achievement complemented by three Graduate Awards. Recognizing his extraordinary service to the industry, the Pakistani government conferred upon him the prestigious Pride of Performance award, cementing his enduring legacy in the hearts of his admirers.

Further, Umer Sharif received two national awards for Best Director and best actor in 1992. He was the only actor to receive four Nigar Awards in one single year. In addition, Umer Sharif was also a recipient of Tamgha-e-Imtiaz by the government of Pakistan. Last but not least, famous Indian comedians Johnny Lever and Raju Srivastav gave him the title of ‘The God of Asian Comedy.