KARACHI: Pakistan’s television and stage have lost one of their most respected veterans. Senior actor Asim Bukhari, recipient of the Pride of Performance Award in 2014, passed away at the age of 76 during the blessed night of Ramadan. Just a day earlier, he had slipped into a coma, and last night he breathed his final.
For admirers, this loss feels deeply personal. Asim Bukhari was not merely an actor—he was a master craftsman who carried the weight of serious, difficult roles in an era when technology offered no shortcuts. His performances on TV dramas, stage plays, and films revealed the pure essence of acting, rooted in discipline, depth, and sincerity. He was considered among the finest actors of his generation, and rightly so.
According to his family, Bukhari had long been battling kidney and heart ailments. He had been under treatment in hospital for the past fortnight, yet his departure still feels sudden, leaving a void that cannot be filled.
To those who grew up watching him, Asim Bukhari embodied the dignity of Pakistan’s drama industry. His voice, his expressions, and his ability to inhabit complex characters made him unforgettable. He showed what it meant to act with conviction, and in doing so, he earned immense respect from audiences and colleagues alike.
He will be remembered not only as a decorated artist but as a towering figure who gave his life to the craft. May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may future generations never forget the legacy of a man who proved that true acting requires heart, discipline, and courage.
