Veteran actor Sohail Asghar passes away

Veteran actor Sohail Asghar passed away on Saturday, November 13 after a prolonged illness. The unfortunate news was confirmed by his family. His wife shared that he had been unwell for the past year and a half.

Following a gastric surgery, his health deteriorated. The actor’s funeral prayers will be held today (Sunday) in Bahria Town, reported news channels.

Sohail was born in Lahore where he completed his education. Later he joined Radio Pakistan and from 1978 to 1988 worked as a radio jockey.

He began a career in theatre and also starred in dramas such as Laag, Piyas, Chand Girhan and Kajal Ghar.He made his silver screen debut with the film Murad in 2003.

Following the news of his passing, several celebrities took to social media to express their grief.

A screen icon and a national treasure. Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilahi Rajioun. May Allah bless soul of #SohailAsghar sb and grant his family and friends the patience to bear this huge loss. Chand Girhan, Laag and Murad remain some of this most memorable performances for me as a fan. pic.twitter.com/o2I2dAHEen

— M. Jibran Nasir 🇵🇸 (@MJibranNasir) November 13, 2021

Veteran actor sohail asghar is no more with us , May Allah rest his soul in Heaven. Aameen #sohailAsghar #rip pic.twitter.com/FbIFW3UKUF

— aijaz aslam (@aijazz7) November 13, 2021

Saddened by your demise, worked in so many projects with you and you taught me so much. Farewell my teacher, rest in peace #sohailasghar
إِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ

— Mohib Mirza (@mohibmirza) November 13, 2021

Sohail bhai is no more …. إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعونَ pic.twitter.com/TF6GZFKDNB

— Faysal Quraishi (@faysalquraishi) November 13, 2021

We Missed You #SuhailAsghar #sohailAsghar #RIP @SyedAmarpk @Review_TRC pic.twitter.com/RxcgXeh9MG

— RASHID MAHMOOD (@RashidMahmoodPK) November 13, 2021

Another legend bids goodbye. Sohail bhai was an inspiration for many aspiring actors. Keeping his family in my prayers and thoughts. pic.twitter.com/cF6XgH3CXG

— Adnan Siddiqui (@adnanactor) November 13, 2021

إِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ

Saddened to learn about Sohail Asghar sb's passing. May Allah bless his soul. Deepest condolences to his family pic.twitter.com/dEPbImopST

— Humayun Saeed (@iamhumayunsaeed) November 13, 2021

May his soul rest in peace.