Legendary comedian Umer Shareef passes away at age 66 in Germany

[b.lesner]

Pakistani comedian Umer Sharif has contracted pneumonia during his travel to the US, according to the team of doctors looking after him.

Dr Tariq Shahab, who has been looking after the ailing comedian’s medical arrangements, revealed that the actor has been diagnosed with the disease. He hinted that doctors have advised Sharif to be provided medical care for at least two days before he resumes travel to the US.

“Umer Sharif will undertake the rest of the journey only after the doctors in Nuremberg allow it,” said Dr Shahab.

On Tuesday, Umer Sharif had left for the US via Germany by air ambulance for medical treatment. His wife, Zareen Ghazal, was also accompanying him.

Dr Shahab had said Sharif would be kept in Germany for a day before he is taken to the US.

He told journalists that Umer Sharif will stay in Germany for one day and will resume his journey to the US on Wednesday morning.

Sharif had been shifted to a local hospital in Germany due to fever after getting tired of over seven hours of travel.

Umer Sharif was undergoing a medical checkup and his fresh tests were being taken at the hospital, Dr Shahab had said, adding that these arrangements were being made by the ambulance company.

Meanwhile, his wife, Zareen Ghazal, has been given an emergency visa in Germany so as he could visit him at the hospital.

Giving details, Zareen Ghazal had said that they contacted the police in Nuremberg to get the emergency visa. After legal formalities, the authorities issued her an emergency visa, Ghazal had said, adding that now she was going to the hospital to meet her ailing husband. She further said that Umer Sharif’s condition is slightly better.

Meanwhile, Pakistani mission in Germany has assured every possible assistance to the legendary comedian during his treatment.

Consul General Zahid Hussain visited the hospital on the instructions of the Ambassador Dr Mohammad Faisal and met his wife assuring her of all kind of support needed.

 

[IAJ]

Stage king Umer Sharif passes away

Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi rajioon.

Very sad news

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ISLAMABAD: "Comedy King" Umer Sharif passed away today after his health deteriorated further during treatment at a hospital in Germany, Geo News reported.

Umer Sharif had been admitted to a hospital in Germany’s Nuremberg on Wednesday after his health condition deteriorated during his flight to the United States. He was shifted to the hospital after the air ambulance carrying Umer Sharif made a scheduled landing in Germany.

Dr Tariq Shahab, who was looking after the ailing comedian’s medical arrangements, had said that Umer Sharif was undergoing a dialysis process at the hospital. Doctors might allow the legendary artist to fly if his condition remained stable during the dialysis, he added.

Umer Sharif is being given the best medical treatment at the state-of-the-art hospital in Germany, he had said, adding that he was in contact with the doctors and held teleconferences on daily basis.

Umer Sharif contracts pneumonia
Earlier on September 30, Pakistani comedian Umer Sharif had contracted pneumonia during his travel to the US, according to the team of doctors looking after him.

Dr Tariq Shahab revealed that the actor had been diagnosed with the disease. He had hinted that doctors had advised Sharif to be provided medical care for at least two days before he resumes travel to the US.

“Umer Sharif will undertake the rest of the journey only after the doctors in Nuremberg allow it,” Dr Shahab had said.

 

[Saj]

Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi rajioon.

What a great entertainer this man was.

 

[Zaz]

Really really sad news to wake upto

To allah we belong and to allah we shall return

 

[drubwrubnat]

Sad news, RIP

 

[MenInG]

Legendary comedian Umer Sharif passed away in Germany on Saturday after battling serious health problems. He was 66.

Sharif's death was confirmed to Dawn.com by Arts Council of Pakistan's president Ahmed Shah, who said he had spoken to Sharif’s family members.

Later, Pakistan's ambassador to Germany, Dr Mohammad Faisal, also confirmed the news of Sharif's demise.

"With deep sorrow it is announced that Mr Umer Sharif has passed away in Germany," he tweeted. "Our deepest condolences to his family and friends. Our CG is present at the hospital to assist the family in every way."

Sharif had boarded an air ambulance for treatment at a hospital in the US on Sept 28. However, his condition deteriorated on the way and was admitted to a hospital during a stopover in Germany.

The veteran actor's medical condition became a subject of national concern after he made a video appeal to Prime Minister Imran Khan to help him secure a visa to travel abroad for medical treatment.

The federal government had assured him that it would help and the Sindh government also stepped in, sanctioning Rs40 million for his treatment.

Sharif had suffered a heart attack in August and according to his close friend, Pervaiz Kaifi, he had gone through two heart bypasses.

He was born on April 19, 1955. He started his career as a stage performer using the name Umer Zarif but later renamed that to Umer Sharif. Two of his popular comedy stage plays were Bakra Qistoon Pe and Buddha Ghar Pe Ha.

Sharif received national awards for best director and best actor in 1992 for Mr. 420. He received ten Nigar Awards and remains the only actor to receive four Nigar Awards in a single year.

He was also a recipient of the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz for his contributions as comedian, actor and producer in the entertainment industry.

He who made everyone smile, today leaves us grieving: Imran Ismail
Sindh Governor Imran Ismail paid tribute to the deceased, saying: "The one who used to spread smiles on people's faces has left everyone grieving today. Umer Sharif was big name in Pakistan's film, television and theatre [industry].

"I had met him numerous times and besides being a good artist, he was an excellent human being. I pray that Allah grants Umer Sharif the highest place in Jannah."

Sharif took comedy to new heights: Bilawal

PPP Chairperson Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari expressed "shock and grief" at Sharif's death.

“The late comedian gave a new dimension to the art of comedy in Pakistan and took it to new heights,” he said, adding that the services of the legendary star would be remembered for life.

Bilawal also conveyed his condolences to Sharif’s family and prayed to the Almighty Allah to grant "courage and fortitude" to the bereaved family.

Sharif's services for comedy will be remembered world over: Sindh CM
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah also expressed deep sorrow over Sharif's death, calling him "a great actor" and adding that his services for comedy will be remembered all over the world.

He also recalled that the Sindh government had played its part in trying to save his life [by making arrangements for an air ambulance to transport him to the US for treatment].

Tragic loss for entertainment industry: German ambassador
German ambassador to Pakistan, Bernhard Schlagheck, deemed Sharif's death "a tragic loss for the entertainment industry".

Void created by Sharif's death may never be filled: Firdous

PTI leader Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan said Sharif was "the uncrowned king of comedy" and that “the void created by his death may never be filled”.

DAWN

 

[MenInG]

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[moghul]

He used to put smile on everyone face, very sad to hear about his passing , RIP.

On a separate topic, with his condition with multi-organ failure , he had no chance of making a recovery. There was no point of taking him USA and expecting a miracle. That too by air ambulance .

In USA, patient with his condition are spoke by a professional team and convince the family to put patient on comfort care and let him/her pass away peacefully , without suffering any longer.

These air ambulances , which Sindh Government paid from tax payers money are extremely expensive and meant only for transporting Royal families from Middle east to USA , only they can afford it. They require full payment at the booking.

Olympic gold medalist and hockey start Mansoor Ali Khan , who helped Pakistan win our last Olympic Gold medal died of heart ailment at 49 , was not such a high profile person at that time and did not get any help from Sindh Govenment.

 

[Major]

Really feel sad for him. He was a very good entertainer and he looked very young to me.

I felt bad looking at him in the state he was. A guy who used to be soo energetic on stage cracking jokes after jokes.

Inna lillahi wa inna lillahi rajiun

 

[shah_1]

Legendary entertainer. I remember watching his stage shows with mamu on VCR player.

He is part of some really good memories of my childhood.

 

[Colorblind Genius]

إِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّ إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ

 

[PakLFC]

RIP. He was much influenced by the great Munawwar Zarif who in my opinion was comedy and fun personified.

 

[MenInG]

KARACHI: The Sindh government is making arrangements for the burial of legendary comedian Umer Sharif at the Abdullah Shah Ghazi graveyard.

In a tweet, Sindh Information Minister Saeed Ghani said that everyone was sad over the demise of Umer Sharif and the Pakistan Peoples Party had cancelled its rally scheduled for Sunday (today). He said that a son of the late comedian said that Umer Sharif wanted to be buried in the Abdullah Shah Ghazi graveyard and the provincial government was making arrangements in this regard.

Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecom Syed Aminul Haque of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan visited the residence of Umer Sharif. He said he was in touch with Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi to bring back the body of the comedian in 48 hours. He said he would appeal to the government to organise his funeral at state level.


Meanwhile, condolence messages started to pour in on social and mainstream media as soon as the news of Umer Sharif’s death in Germany broke on TV channels.

PPP chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said Umer Sharif took the art of comedy to new heights. He prayed that God Almighty grant his family patience and peace.

Governor Sindh Imran Ismail, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and Karachi Administrator Murtaza Wahab expressed their condolences over the demise of the legendary comedian.

MQM-P convener Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui expressed his condolence and said his party declared a ‘day of mourning’ and suspended all organisational activities.

The Sindh chapter of the Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf while paying rich tributes to Umer Sharif also announced three days of mourning.

Talking to Dawn, writer Anwar Maqsood said, “A very good sharif [down to earth] man is gone. He was one person who used to keep us happy. He shouldn’t have gone that far.”

Actor Humayun Saeed wrote on his Twitter account, “Deeply saddened to learn about Umer Sharif sahib. He was without any doubt the ultimate comedy king. May Allah bless his soul. We will miss you Umer bhai.”

President Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi Ahmed Shah in a statement said Umer Sharif’s death is a huge national loss. The entire governing body of the council was in shock to hear the news of his demise.

Singer Ali Zafar wrote, “At a complete loss for words on passing away of the legendary Umer Sharif sahib. May Allah grant him the highest place in Jannah and give his family peace.”

Actor Faysal Qureshi said, “Heartbroken to receive the devastating news of our very own king of comedy Umer Sharif. He was a true gem in our industry and nothing short of a legend amongst us. May Allah grant him the highest place in Jannah. Praying for his family during this difficult time.”

 

[PakPremi]

RIP. He was much influenced by the great Munawwar Zarif who in my opinion was comedy and fun personified.

Munawer Zareef was the best ever comedian to emerge from Subcontinent. Most PKistani comedians film, tv or stage have Munawer Zarif image. Umar Sharif was great too quick witted, energetic and very funny. Likes of Johnny Lever and Kapil Sharma have were clearly inspired and often aped his style.

 

[PakLFC]

Munawer Zareef was the best ever comedian to emerge from Subcontinent. Most PKistani comedians film, tv or stage have Munawer Zarif image. Umar Sharif was great too quick witted, energetic and very funny. Likes of Johnny Lever and Kapil Sharma have were clearly inspired and often aped his style.

MZ was the original funnyman. The rest have all been influenced by him one way or another. Ali Ejaz and Nanna were good as well but not Rangeela. He was similar to Bollywood's Jagdeep making silly faces.

 

[cric_man]

Innalillah wa inna elihiraijun

May Allah have mercy on him.

Any idea what was ailing him that he had to go abroad for treatment?

It is sad that we do not have adequate health facilities in our country.

 

[moghul]

Innalillah wa inna elihiraijun

May Allah have mercy on him.

Any idea what was ailing him that he had to go abroad for treatment?

It is sad that we do not have adequate health facilities in our country.

I have no idea what exactly he was been taken to USA for ? as far as I know, there are very well qualified and well trained cardiologist and nephrologist in Pakistan , particularly in Karachi .

 

[cric_man]

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I have no idea what exactly he was been taken to USA for ? as far as I know, there are very well qualified and well trained cardiologist and nephrologist in Pakistan , particularly in Karachi .

That is what I was wondering as well?

 

[MenInG]

The body of legendary comedian Umer Sharif was handed over to his family after it reached Karachi from Germany early Wednesday morning via Turkish Airlines flight TK708.

Sharif's wife, Zarin Ghazal, and Pakistani Consul General Amjad Ali accompanied the body to Karachi. The deceased comedian's friends and family members received the body at the airport after completion of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)'s ground handling processes.

Sindh Minister for Information and Labour Senator Saeed Ghani also reached the cargo terminal and expressed his condolences to Sharif's family.

Emotional scenes were witnessed at the cargo terminal as Sharif's son, Jawad Umer, and other friends overcame with emotion.

 

[MenInG]

Funeral prayers of legendary comedian Umer Sharif were offered on Wednesday, hours after his body reached Karachi from Germany.

The prayers were led by Allama Bashir Farooqi and were attended by a large number of people, including political and social leaders, as well as people from the entertainment industry.

He will be buried in the cemetery adjacent to the shrine of Hazrat Abdullah Shah Ghazi.

According to reports, the funeral prayers were supposed to be offered at 3pm, however, they got delayed as throngs of people kept making their way to attend the veteran comedian's last rites.

According to SSP South, special security arrangements had been made for the occasion. More than 200 police personnel were deployed on security duty.

"Security was also beefed up on the route from Umer Sharif Park, Clifton to Abdullah Shah Ghazi's shrine. Funeral prayers were held at the park where a bomb disposal squad was also deployed," the SSP said.

Earlier today, Sharif's body was handed over to his family after it reached Karachi from Germany via Turkish Airlines flight TK708.

Sharif's wife, Zarin Ghazal, and Pakistani Consul General Amjad Ali accompanied the body to Karachi. The deceased comedian's friends and family members received the body at the airport after completion of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)'s ground handling processes.

Sindh Minister for Information and Labour Senator Saeed Ghani also reached the cargo terminal and expressed his condolences to Sharif's family.

Emotional scenes were witnessed at the cargo terminal as Sharif's son, Jawad Umer, and other friends overcame with emotion.

Addressing the media outside the airport, Ghani stated that the late comedian was an asset to Pakistan and had earned global recognition for the country.

He further informed that the body had been shifted to the Edhi morgue from the airport and will soon be transferred to his home.

“I am in touch with Umer Sharif's family. The District Municipal Corporation South has been fully activated. All arrangements for the payment of his funeral have been completed,” the minister said.

Ghani also stated that an institution will be named after the late comedian that will continue to function and remind people of Sharif.

The comedy king passed away on Saturday at the age of 66 years after a prolonged illness.

The artist was set to resume his journey to the United States for medical treatment three days after his stay in Germany. He was admitted to a hospital in Germany’s Nuremberg on September 29 as his health condition deteriorated during the flight to the US.

Earlier, the departure of the comedian for treatment abroad was postponed due to his critical health. His blood pressure lowered while he was undergoing dialysis.

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