About Nirala
Lived 1936 – 1990 (aged 54). Nirala was an Indian and Pakistani actor.
Nirala, real name Syed Muzaffar Husain Zaidi (8 August 1937 – 9 December 1990), was a Pakistani comedian and film actor. He only appeared in Urdu films made in Pakistan. His first film was Aur bhi gham hain. His last film was Choroan Ka Badshah, which was released in 1988. His most successful film was Armaan in 1966, in which he played a supporting role alongside Waheed Murad.
Early life and acting career He was born in Uttar Pradesh in British India on 8 August 1937. Heera Aur Pathar (1964) Aisa Bhi Hota He (1965) Hum Dono (1966) Ehsaan (1967) Assalam Alekum (1969) Ghar Damad (1969) Salgira (1969) Mr 420 (1970) Naseeb Apna Apna (1970) Neend Hamari Khwab Tumhare (1971) Aas (1973) Shararat (1975) Mr. 420 (1992)
Stage plays Bakra Qiston Per with comedian Umer Sharif
Awards Nigar Award for Best Comedian for the film, Armaan (1966 film).
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Who was Nirala?
Pakistani Comedian Film Actor
When was Nirala born?
Nirala was born on 8 August 1936 in Delhi, British Raj.
When did Nirala die?
Nirala died on 9 December 1990 in Karachi, Pakistan.
What was Nirala's occupation?
Nirala was an actor.
What nationality was Nirala?
Nirala was Indian and Pakistani.
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