The year 2022 has entered its final phase with bitter and sweet memories. We witnessed many nationally renowned personalities in various fields that left us.
Among these departed personalities are people from religion, politics, journalism, business, sports, and show business. Here is a look back at all the Pakistani stars and famous personalities who passed away this year.
Rehman Malik
Rehman Malik, a prominent and well-known politician in the country, passed away in February this year. He had a long association with Pakistan Peoples Party. He was also very close to late Benazir Bhutto.
Aamir Liaquat Hussain
In June 2022, a former member of the National Assembly, and former TV anchor Aamir Liaquat Hussain suddenly died in his own home when his domestic workers found him in an unconscious state.
Tanveer Jamal
On July 13, 2022, senior actor Tanveer Jamal, who gained fame from the well-known and popular Pakistani television (PTV) drama ‘Jangolos’, lost his battle with cancer.
Nayyara Noor
On August 21, 2022, Pakistan’s famous singer Nayyara Noor passed away. With her death, a golden and melodious era in the world of singing ended.
Arshad Sharif
On October 24, 2022, prominent anchor and journalist Arshad Sharif was killed in mysterious circumstances in Kenya. Earlier, the late Arshad Sharif had left the country due to unfavorable conditions and alleged death threats.
Ismail Tara
On November 25, 2022, famous comedian Ismail Tara died in Karachi at the age of 73. Ismail Tara started his film journey in 1964. He showed the essence of acting in many successful and popular films. Especially in the 1980s, his timeless performance in the popular satirical drama Fifty Fifty brought him to the heights of fame.
Tariq Teddy
On November 19, 2022, the well-known comedian and theater actor Tariq Teddi died of liver disease.
Tony Navaid Rashid
TV host Tony Naveed Rashid passed away on 23 November 2022. Tony passed away due to a heart attack.
Muhammad Rafi Usmani
In November itself, the prominent religious scholar, Grand Mufti of Pakistan, Mufti Muhammad Rafi Usmani, passed away. He led a very active life. He was a true patriotic religious leader. He always taught national unity, peace and unity.
S.M. Muneer
At the end of November, S.M. Muneer, the country’s leading industrialist and business leader from Karachi, passed away.
Afzal Ahmed
On December 2, 2022, well-known actor Afzal Ahmed passed away at Lahore General Hospital. According to the administration of the General Hospital, Afzal Ahmed was brought to the hospital on December 1 due to a brain hemorrhage.
Saeed Mohammad Khan
Former Naval Chief Admiral Saeed Mohammad Khan, who served as Amir Al-Bahr from 1991 to 1994, passed away on December 4 this month.
Khawar Kayani
Khawar Kayani, the mother of Pakistan’s famous singer and actress Hadiqa Kayani, passed away on 15th October. The deceased had written the lyrics of the famous song ‘Buhe Bariyan’ in the voice of her daughter.
Asad Rauf
ICC umpire and first-class cricketer Asad Rauf died of cardiac arrest during September at the age of 66.
Hunaid Lakhani
Renowned socio-political leader Hunaid Lakhani died on September 8 after undergoing treatment in a hospital due to dengue. He belonged to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf.
Manzoor Hussain Jr
Pakistani Olympian Manzoor Hussain Jr. passed away in Lahore
He was a former national hockey team captain and hockey legend Olympian. He was brought to the emergency ward of Shalimar Hospital in Lahore at 6 am on August 29, where he died during treatment.
Khawaja Masood
Senior actor-comedian Masood Khawaja, who ruled countless hearts, passed away on June 20 due to kidney disease.
Iqbal Muhammad Ali Khan
Member of National Assembly Iqbal Muhammad Ali Khan passed away in Karachi on April 19 due to a prolonged illness.
Bilquis Edhi
Prominent social activist Bilqis Edhi passed away – AlJareeda Bilquis Edhi, the wife of well-known social leader late Abdul Sattar Edhi, passed away on April 15 at the age of 74.
Rafiq Tarar
Former President of Pakistan Rafiq Tarar passed away on March 7 due to God’s will. He had been ill for a long time.
Masood Akhtar
Pakistan’s renowned actor Masood Akhtar died on March 5 after battling cancer.
Bushra Rehman
Former Member of National Assembly and columnist Bushra Rehman died on February 7 due to Corona, she was 78 years old.
Rashid Naz
Rashid Naz, a well-known actor of the showbiz industry, died on January 17 at the age of 73.
