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  • ‘Will not spare those responsible for his death,’ Umer Sharif’s wife speaks out

    ‘Will not spare those responsible for his death,’ Umer Sharif’s wife speaks out

    Zareen Umer, the wife of legendary comedian and actor, Umer Sharif, penned a heartfelt note about the “change” in her life after the demise of her husband.

    She said that it has been 40 days since she has cooked because she used to cook only for Umer Sharif.

    Zareen added that she has no life after her husband’s death, saying, “Now the TV in the bedroom doesn’t turn on in the morning. Now no one sits on your (Umer Sharif) chair. Some of your things are kept on it. Everything has changed.”

    Death is inevitable, but she said that she will not spare people responsible for Umer Sharif’s death, adding that she won’t forgive those who made Sharif cry.

    Pakistan’s ‘king of comedy’ died at the age of 66 in Germany.

    Read More – ‘Alvida Legend’: Transnational stars mourn the death of Umer Sharif

    Sharif, who was battling cardiac ailments, was flown out of Pakistan on an air ambulance on September 28 for surgery in the United States.

    However, he was admitted to a hospital in Germany during a stopover as his condition deteriorated.

  • Umer Sharif’s funeral prayers to be held today in Karachi

    Umer Sharif’s funeral prayers to be held today in Karachi

    Legendary comedian Umer Sharif’s funeral will be held today in Karachi’s Clifton area at 3pm today. As per the Zameen Aasman star’s wish, he will be laid to rest in the premises of mausoleum of Abdullah Shah Ghazi, Radio Pakistan has reported.

    His funeral prayers were held yesterday in Germany. A large number of people attended the prayers.

    He passed away on Saturday at the age of 66 years after a prolonged illness. He had left Pakistan in an air ambulance for treatment in the US on September, 28th.  However, his health condition worsened.

  • Legendary Comedian Umer Sharif sets off to the US for medical treatment

    Legendary Comedian Umer Sharif sets off to the US for medical treatment

    Veteran comedian Umer Sharif has boarded an air ambulance and is on his way to the US for medical treatment.

    The air ambulance will take him to Washington DC via Germany. He is accompanied by his wife Zareen Umer and a six-member medical team.

    Earlier today, Sindh Government Spokesperson Murtaza Wahab announced that Sharif was on his way to the airport.

    Doctors in Karachi declared him fit to travel despite initial concerns on Monday that he was too unwell. According to his wife, his blood pressure had dropped and the air ambulance had threatened to leave.

    The ambulance landed in Karachi Monday morning but Sharif was unable to board immediately as his doctors had advised against air travel. He underwent a series of tests before getting the green light from his medical team.

    The veteran’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 assured help and the Sindh government also stepped in, sanctioning Rs 40 million for his treatment.

    Actor Reema Khan also announced that her husband, cardiologist Dr Tariq Shahab, had agreed to perform the surgery on Sharif. Several other celebrities called for prayers for Sharif.

  • Reema’s husband offers to perform high risk procedure for Umer Sharif, help with travel

    Reema’s husband offers to perform high risk procedure for Umer Sharif, help with travel

    Former Pakistani film actress and host, Reema Khan has disclosed that her husband Dr Syed Tariq Shahab has agreed to perform the high risk procedure of ailing comedian Umer Sharif in the United States.

    Reema turned to Instagram and shared a throwback photo with Umer Sharif and disclosed that Dr. Shahab agreed to perform the high risk procedure and is helping the family in transfer arrangements to America.

    She wrote, “Umer Sharif – one of the greatest comedians of the sub-continent and a real legend of all times. He always was working hard to make other people laugh and smile. Today it disturbs me to know that he is in pain and distress because of his grave illness.”

    “I am proud of my husband – Dr Syed Tariq Shahab who has agreed to perform the high risk procedure and is helping the family in his transfer arrangements to America,” she said. “I have requested him to do all he can to help Umer Sharif Sahib recover from this illness,” she added.

    Reema went on to say, “Thank you Tariq. I pray to Allah PAK to give Shifa in your hand and to give Umer Sahib full and complete recovery. Aameen.”

    Ailing comedian Umer Sharif is expected to travel to the US for medical treatment this week, said his wife Zareen Umer on Tuesday.

    She took to social media from Umer Sharif’s official account and thanked the federal government for helping arrange travel. She also thanked Murtaza Wahab and Chief Minister Sindh Murad ali Shah for arranging an air ambulance. She also thanked Anchor Waseem Badami for highlighting the issue.

  • Daler Mehndi, Johnny Lever send wishes for Umer Sharif, appeals to PM Imran Khan for support

    Daler Mehndi, Johnny Lever send wishes for Umer Sharif, appeals to PM Imran Khan for support

    Veteran comedian Umer Sharif requested Prime Minister Imran Khan to help him reach abroad, urgently for the treatment of an undisclosed illness in a video message recorded by anchor Waseem Badami.

    The video clip, shared by Waseem on his social media, went viral and the fans started praying for Umer Sharif’s speedy recovery.

    The clip showed the renowned comedian in a severely ill condition requesting PM Imran Khan to help him out as he always supported his Shaukat Khanum Memorial Hospital in all the ways he could.

    A number of transnational showbiz stars sent their wishes and prayers for the legendary comedian on social media.

    Actor and producer Adnan Siddiqui also took to social media to request PM Khan to help Umer Sharif get US visa. He also offered to extend any help required for his treatment.

    The widely circulated video grabbed the attention of the Special Assistant to Prime Minister who took to his Twitter handle and announced that the PM office is in touch with Umer Sharif on the directives of PM Imran Khan.

    The King of Punjabi Pop and Bhangra, Daler Mehndi also appealed for prayer for the veteran comedian.

    In a video message, the singer/composer speaked his heart out for Umer Sharif. He requested Imran Khan to also pay immediate attention to the matter and try his level best to save the comedy legend.

    While Indian comedian and film actor Johnny Lever prayed for the speedy recovery of Pakistan’s comedy king Umer Sharif.

    In a video message, the Dulhe Raja actor paid a rich tribute to Umer.

    Johnny said, “Our beloved star Umar Sharif is unwell these days. I am so sad to hear this.”

    The Bollywood actor also urged his fans to pray for Umar’s speedy recovery. “Umer bhai May God bless you with good health,” he added.

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    Meanwhile, anchor Waseem Badami took to Twitter and shared that he received a call from the Prime Minister’s Office and it said that all possible work would be done to ensure Umer Sharif’s early trip abroad.

  • ‘Next 24 hours critical’: Nausheen, Ayesha and Aima raise voice for Umer Sharif’s treatment

    ‘Next 24 hours critical’: Nausheen, Ayesha and Aima raise voice for Umer Sharif’s treatment

    Leading Pakistani celebrities have taken to their social media to raise voice for veteran comedian Umer Sharif’s treatment.

    Taking to Instagram stories, Nausheen Shah requested Prime Minister Imran Khan to “remember the times when he (Umer Sharif) stood by you.” and requested him to help the Zameen Aasman star.

    Similarly, singer Aima Baig, actors Ayesha Omar and Areeba Habib took to their social media handles to express concern for Umer Sharif.

    Umer’s wife, Zareen posted a status which read: : “24 hours are crucial for Umer please pray as much as you can.”

    While, anchor Waseem Badami took to Twitter and shared that he received a call from the Prime Minister’s Office and it said that all possible work would be done to ensure Umer Sharif’s early trip abroad.

  • Sonya Hussyn, Umer Sharif and Mathira hospitalised, Yashma Gill gets a drip on sets

    Sonya Hussyn, Umer Sharif and Mathira hospitalised, Yashma Gill gets a drip on sets

    Three leading actresses Sonya Hussyn, Yashma Gill and Mathira shared their health updates on social media. The leading ladies revealed the reason of their health along with candid pictures.

    The Aazmaish diva took medical facilities on her sets.

    The Blind Love star expressed that she is not well and is receiving drips.

    Veteran Comedian Umer Sharif is also hospitalised due to ill health, the Salam Karachi star requested fans for wishes and prayers.

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