Death anniversary of chocolate hero Waheed Murad observed today

Lahore: The 42nd death anniversary of Chocolate Hero Waheed Murad is being observed today. He commenced his film career as a producer by joining the company established by his father, Nisar Murad.

Waheed Murad's first production was titled "Insaan Badalta Hai" in 1961. His first film as an actor proved to be a hit and he impressed many directors and producers with his style and dialogue delivery.

He then played the lead in "Heera Aur Pathar" for which he received a Nigar Award.  Waheed Murad acted in 124 films, of which 38 were black and white and 86 were coloured.

He received 32 prestigious film awards and in November 2010 he was awarded the posthumous Sitara-e-Imtiaz. Waheed Murad died on this day in 1983 and was laid to rest in Lahore.