Iftikhar Thakur

Iftikhar Thakur
Nationality Pakistani
Occupation Comedian, Actor
Religion Islam

Iftikar Thakur, is a Pakistani television and film comedian.[1] He has also starred in numerous stage shows and telefilms in different languages such as Urdu, Punjabi, Pothwari/Mirpuri. He currently stars in the comedy talk show Mazaaq Raat, where he portrays Ardli, an employee at the President House. Real name of Iftikhar Thakur is Iftikhar Ahmed. He adopted the name Iftikhar Thakur based on a character he played in stage dramas. Prior to becoming an actor, he worked in an auto repair facility fixing punctured tires.

In September 2015, Thakur protested India's 28 August cease-fire violation,[2] by filing a court petition to permanently ban Indian films from Pakistani cinemas.[3] The petition was dismissed, with the court explaining that the ministry of culture would be the correct agency to petition.

Career

Television

Film

Year Movie Role
2006 Majajan
2006 One Two Ka One
2008 Gulabo
2010 Channa Sachi Muchi
2011 Wohti ley ke jaani ay Chotay Rana Sahab
2013 Dil Paraye Des Mein
2014 Lafanga

Telefilms

Title Role
Miki Kharo England Aftab
Main Julian England Aftab

References

  1. ↑ http://www.dawn.com/news/672199/cultural-resorts-abuzz-with-activity
  2. ↑ http://tribune.com.pk/story/946562/army-chief-slams-indias-cowardly-ceasefire-violations/
  3. ↑ http://www.hindustantimes.com/world/pak-court-dismisses-comedian-s-petition-for-ban-on-indian-films/story-wxGNX50LwtDxn9gaflbgOP.html

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