Anwar Solangi
Pakistani television and radio performer
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Anwar Solangi (1944–2008) was a Pakistani television and radio performer. He was born in Shahdadpur, in Sindh.
1944
| Pride of Performance Award Recipient | |
|---|---|
| Date | 14-08-2010 |
| Country | Islamic Republic of Pakistan |
| Presented by | Asif Ali Zardari |
Life
Solangi became an anchorperson at the Radio Pakistan's Hyderabad station during Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto’s government but was sacked by the subsequent Ziaul Haq regime.[citation needed] With about 500 plays in both Urdu and Sindhi languages to his credit, Solangi was twice awarded PTV Awards for best actor and best supporting actor.[citation needed]
He also acted in the Urdu film Khwahish, as well as in ten Sindhi-language films.[citation needed] Solangi wrote a book called Wateyoo Veh Gadroo ('Dishes of Poison'), which includes his collection of articles which were published in various newspapers, his poetry, and essays based on his personal life.[citation needed]
Solangi died after a long illness at the Civil Hospital, Karachi on 3 April 2008.[1] He was 64, Anwar was buried at the Sakhi Hassan Graveyard. He was survived by his wife, two daughters and a son.[citation needed]
Awards
- 2010: Pride of Performance[2]