Veteran actor Tanveer Jamal passes away after battling cancer

Tokyo: Well-known Pakistani actor, director and producer Tanveer Jamal passed away  on Wednesday in Tokyo, Japan after a long fight with cancer

The "Teri Raza" actor moved to Japan for his treatment of cancer in May this year, and he had asked his fans to pray for his speedy recovery.

He was first diagnosed with the disease in 2016 but he had recovered from it and made a comeback to TV dramas.

However, he was diagnosed with the disease for the second time last year while he was shooting for the drama serial Mere Apne. He was later replaced by Firdous Jamal in the serial.

He later moved to Japan for the treatment of the deadly disease in May 2022 and even asked his fans to pray for his recovery.

He has performed key roles in various prominent dramas, including "Godfather" and "Tasweer", in his 35-year-long career.