Shujaat Hashmi
Pakistani TV and film actor
About Shujaat Hashmi
Lived 1947 – 2026 (aged 78).
Shujaat Hashmi (Punjabi, ; died March 2026) was a Pakistani television and film actor. He was known for his roles in the television drama Waris and the film Khaak Aur Khoon, both appearing in 1979. He was honoured with the Pride of Performance Award in 1994.
Early life and education Hashmi was born in Rawalpindi, Punjab and did his Masters in History from Gordon College, Rawalpindi. He then joined Radio Pakistan's Rawalpindi Center.
Career Hashmi started his career in Yawar Hayat's PTV drama Kuhar. After the success of Waris, he played a lead role in the 1979 Urdu film Khaak Aur Khoon, directed by Masood Parvez. He was also known for his role in the films Wadda Khan and Do Ziddi (both 1983).
Death On 13 March 2026, it was announced that Hashmi had died after prolonged illness. He was 78 years old.
Filmography Films
Television series
Awards and nominations Year Award Category Result Ref. 1994 Pride of Performance Award Arts
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Who was Shujaat Hashmi?
Pakistani TV and film actor
When was Shujaat Hashmi born?
Shujaat Hashmi was born on 31 October 1947.
When did Shujaat Hashmi die?
Shujaat Hashmi died on 13 March 2026.
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