Masood Akhtar

Masood Akhtar (Punjabi, ; 5 September 1939 – 5 March 2022) was a Pakistani film and television actor who was considered one of the versatile actors of the industry.

Early life and education Masood Akhtar was born in Sahiwal on 5 September 1939. After receiving his primary education from a local school, he entered Military College Murree. Later, he enrolled in MAO College Lahore. After graduation, he started working in a bank, while simultaneously pursuing a Bachelor of Laws degree.

Acting career Akhtar began his acting career in the 1956 with theatre and soon became a popular performer on stage. Akhtar is the pioneer of starting stage drama at Alhamra Arts Council.

Selected filmography Sangdil (1968) Mera Naam Hai Mohabbat (1975) Shabana (1976) Waaday Ki Zanjeer (1979) Chotay Nawab (1980) Amanat (1981) Yeh Adam as nasir (1986) Insaniyat Kay Dushman (1990) Watan Kay Rakhwalay as Bara Mian (1991) Madam Rani (1995) Moosa Khan (2001)