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Writer and comedian Athar Shah Khan passes away

Writer and comedian Athar Shah Khan passes away

Known as Jaidi, the veteran artist began his career in Radio Pakistan and has written over 700 plays.
Updated 11 May, 2020

Veteran writer, comedian, actor and poet Athar Shah Khan passed away this Sunday.

According to reports, the artist - who had been dealing with a prolonged illness - suffered a stroke.

Known as Jaidi, he had remained a prominent figure in the industry since he began his career in Radio Pakistan. He has written over 700 plays, including his iconic hit, Jedi Ke Sang. His performance in Intezar Farmaiye is another which many cannot forget.

Many fans and followers have taken to Twitter to pay tribute to the artist, while also remembering his works.

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Laila May 10, 2020 01:17pm
RIP
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Bhaijan May 10, 2020 01:47pm
A legend a man of decent performance par excellence passed away. RIP. The audiences will remember him for a long time.
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Nadeem Israr May 11, 2020 11:25pm
I was very shocked to know about Ather Shah Khan's death. He was multi-talented person. In my memory, his character of Jaidi is still fresh although then I was only six years old.
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