Farooq Zameer


Farooq Zameer was a Pakistani actor.

Early life and education

After earning his Masters in English literature from the Government College University, Lahore he began his acting career in the 1960s while also being a businessman by profession.
His uncle Ghori was also an actor, better known for his comic roles in the 1930s and the 1940s in pre-partition India, while another uncle Fazal Kamal was a director and producer associated with PTV.

Career

Actor

Beginning his career with PTV in the 1960s he was better known for his roles in the 1980s and the 1990s.

Director, producer and playwright

He also directed and produced serials and wrote more than 40 plays.

Other work

Professional career

For some time he was the head of the publications division of the National Engineering Services Pakistan Limited.

Illness and death

He died at the age of 76, leaving three sons and a daughter.

Awards and nominations

He was awarded the Pride of Performance award in 2001.

Notable serials

Following are some his notable serials:
  • Guriya
  • Shamail and Suragh-i-Zindagi
  • Mukmala Aur Mahira
  • Khandan-i-Shughlia
  • Tum Bhi Kaho
  • ''Kaghaz Ki Nao''