In Karachi, there is sad news of the passing of veteran TV actor Shabbir Rana, who has died after battling a prolonged illness. Rana, who was 69 years old, had undergone a bypass surgery a few years ago and had been experiencing heart problems.
Rana’s death has left a void in the entertainment industry, with his fans and colleagues mourning his loss. After Asr prayers, Rana’s funeral prayer will be offered at Rahmaniya Masjid Tariq Road. He will be remembered for his significant contribution to the field of acting and directing in Pakistan.
Before joining the drama industry as an actor, Rana was a well-known name in the advertising industry and had directed numerous TV commercials. He personally admired legendary Bollywood actor Dilip Kumar and tried to emulate his acting style. As a character actor, Rana appeared in several successful TV serials of private channels.