Death anniversary of artist Begum Khursheed Shahid being observed today

(Web Desk): The 4th death anniversary of renowned Radio and TV artist Begum Khursheed Shahid is being observed today. Born in Delhi, Khursheed Shahid began acting and singing at the age of nine from All India Radio, Delhi.

After the Partition in 1947, she along with her family moved to Lahore in Pakistan.

She performed in various famous TV dramas including Ras Malai, Wadi-e-Purkhar, Kaanch Ka Pul, Kiran Kahani and Dhund.

In 1995 Begum Khursheed was honoured for her contributions with the Pride of Performance by the government of Pakistan.

She died on this day in 2021 in Lahore.