Izhar Qazi

Izhar Qazi (16 September 1957 – 23 December 2007) was a Pakistani actor and singer. His most famous films were Love in Nepal, Aalmi Jasoos, Khazana, and Sarkata Insaan. He was a two-time recipient of the Nigar award. Most of his films were in Urdu and Punjabi. He was also a singer; he recorded a studio album, Zara Aake Dekho To, that was re-released by EMI Pakistan in 2014.

Early life and education Qazi was born in Khadda Market, Karachi. He began his professional career as an engineer at the Pakistan Steel Mills.

Career

Television roles (early 1980s) He was introduced to television drama writer Fatima Surayya Bajia by his manager, Syed Abdul Munim. Bajia was looking for a new face for television, and Qazi's resemblance to Indian actor Amitabh Bachchan immediately caught her attention. She invited him to audition and he made his acting and television debut in 1982, starring in the family drama Ana. He appeared as the romantic lead alongside Mehreen Ilahi, Shakeel, and Ghazala Kaifee. He later appeared in the serials Daira and Gardish with Shakeel and Saqi.

Leading film roles in Urdu and Punjabi cinema (mid-1980s to mid-1990s) After achieving television success, Qazi transitioned into the Lollywood film industry in 1986. His film debut as the lead role in Nazar Shabab's Ruby, alongside Mustafa Qureshi, Shafi Mohammad, Sabeeta, and Rangeela. The film was met with critical acclaim. Qazi's role in the film was also notable because Jawed Sheikh had originally been cast for the lead role, but quit to travel to India with his then wife Salma Agha. Around the same time, Shiekh had also been cast in the film Bangkok Ke Chor. Director Jan Mohammad fired Shiekh and awarded the role to Qazi. Qazi's collaborations with Jan Muhammad included popular films including Manila Ki Bijlyan, Roop Ki Rani, and Choron Ka Baadshah. He also teamed up with Sultan Rahi in Punjabi films.

Last years Qazi retired from the film industry in 2003. His last acting role was in the series Pani Pe Naam, which aired on PTV. He was dismayed by the poor quality of Lollywood films and local film industry politics. He then concentrated on his real estate business.

Personal life Qazi had four daughters and a son. He was active in several literary organizations.

On 23 December 2007, he suffered a heart attack while singing at the wedding of his sister-in-law in Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Karachi. awards He died at a local hospital later the same day. He was buried at Model Colony graveyard.

Awards and recognition Qazi was nominated for Best Actor at the Lux Style Awards in 2004 for her performance in Paani Pe Naam. He also won the Graduate Award and Bolan Award. He was awarded Nigar Awards for his performances in Sakhi baadshan and Bakhtawar. He also received the National Award for best actor for his role in Masood Butt's Chiragh Bali.

Filmography

Films YearTitleLanguageCo-star(s)1986RubyUrduSabeeta, RangeelaBangkok ke Chor UrduSabeeta1987Love in NepalUrduShabnamDulari PunjabiAnjuman, Sultan RahiHimmatwala UrduSabeetaManila ki bijliyanUrduSabeetaMera InsaafUrduBabra SharifNachay NaginPunjabi Nadira, Ismael Shah, Sultan RahiNijaatUrduSabeetaBaaghi HaseenaUrduBabra Sharif1988Bardasht Punjabi AnjumanChoron ka BaadshahUrduKaveeta1989Manila ke JanbaazUrduKaveetaRakhwalaPunjabiNadira, Sultan Rahi1990JangiPunjabiAnjuman, Sultan RahiKalaPaniPunjabi, UrduBabra Sharif, Ajab GulMangaPunjabiAnjuman, Sultan RahiNumberOnePunjabi, UrduSalma AghaInsaniyat Kay DushmanUrduAnjuman, Sultan Rahi, NadeemLeaderUrduKaveeta, Nadeem, Hamayun1991Akhri shikarPunjabi, UrduBabra Sharif, Salma AghaBakhtawar Punjabi, UrduNeeli, Saima, Ghulam MohChiragh BaliPunjabiAnjuman, Sultan RahiTeen Yakke teen ChhakkePunjabi, UrduNeeli, Sultan RahiAalmi JasoosPunjabi, UrduKaveeta, Ghulam MohayuddinWatan Kay RakhwalayUrduNadira, Saima, Sultan Rahi, Nadeem1992Suhaagraat Punjabi, UrduKaveetaAbdullah The GreatPunjabi, UrduNeeli, Nadeem, Saima, Sultan Rahi1993Ghunda PunjabiReema, Sultan RahiGhunghru do KalashankoffPashtoSalma AghaIradahPunjabi, UrduMadiah Shah, Sultan RahiJannatUrduRubi Niazi, Mohsin KhanNagin SaperaPunjabi, UrduMadiha Shah, Jan RamboSapniPunjabi, UrduNadia, SoniaBetaj BadshahPunjabi, UrduNeeli, Reema, Nadeem, Abid AliZamanaPunjabi, UrduSultan Rahi, Neeli, Javed Sheikh, Gori1994Zameen Aasman Punjabi, UrduNadeem, Sultan Rahi, Madiha Shah, BaharPajero GroupPunjabi, UrduSultan Rahi, Ghulam Mohiuddin, Saima, Mustafa Qureshi, Neeli, Humayun QureshiLailaPunjabi, UrduNadiraSanam BewafaPunjabi, UrduMadiha Shah, SahibaSarkata InsaanUrdu1995KhazanaUrduNadeem, SahibaJungle Ka QanoonPunjabi, UrduSaima, Reema, Sultan Rahi, Nadeem1997GhailUrduBabra Sharif, Ghulam MohiuddinKala RajPunjabiSaima, Sultan RahiKalay NaagPunjabiSaimaAulad ki QasamUrduReema, Babur Ali, Shabnam, Nadeem1999Hawwa ki BetiUrduSapna, Nargis2004Daaman aur ChingariUrduSaima, Nargis2005ParchamUrduSana, Shaan, Arbaz Khan

Television YearTitleNetwork1982AnaPTV1983Daira1987Gardish1993Zakham2003Pani Pe Naam

Discography Studio album Zara Aake Dekho To (EMI Pakistan, 2014)

Izhar Qazi

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