Iftikhar Thakur
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Iftikhar Thakur | |
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| Born | April 1, 1958[1] Mian Channu, Khanewal District, Pakistan |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Other names | koki |
| Occupation(s) | Comedian, Actor |
| Children | 4 |
Iftikar Thakur, is a Pakistani television and film actor and stand up comedian.[2] He has also starred in numerous stage shows and telefilms in different languages such as Urdu, Punjabi, Pothwari/Mirpuri. He currently stars in the comedy talk show Mazaaq Raat, where he portrays Mian Afzal Nirgoli, a Punjab Police officer. Real name of Iftikhar Thakur is Iftikhar Ahmed.[3][4] He adopted the name Iftikhar Thakur based on a character he played in stage dramas.[5] Prior to becoming an actor, he worked in an auto repair facility fixing punctured tires. He went to New York for art training and complete some courses.
In September 2015, Thakur protested India's 28 August cease-fire violation,[6] by filing a court petition to permanently ban Indian films from Pakistani cinemas.[7] The petition was dismissed, with the court explaining that the ministry of culture would be the correct agency to petition.
Career
Television
- Double Sawari-On PTV Home
- Lahori Gate (TV series)-On PTV Home
- Don No 1
- Sala Bara Nirala
- Nizaam
- Zero Zero Dedh Seven-On Geo TV
- Mazaaq Raat-On Dunya News (2013–Present)
- Sawa Teen (Comedy Host:-Talk Show) Neo TV (2015–Present)
Film
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Majajan | |
| 2006 | One Two Ka One | |
| 2008 | Gulabo | |
| 2010 | Channa Sachi Muchi | |
| 2010 | Wohti ley ke jaani ay | Chotay Rana Babar Sahab |
| 2013 | Dil Paraye Des Mein | |
| 2014 | Lafanga | |
| 2016 | Sawaal 700 Crore Dollar Ka[8] | |
| 2016 | Ishq Positive | |
| 2016 | Lahore Se Aagey | Special Appearance |
| 2016 | Saya e Khuda e Zuljalal | Peeran Ditta |
| 2018 | Jackpot | TBA |
| 2018 | Kaaf Kangana |
Telefilms
| Title | Role |
|---|---|
| Miki Kharo England | Aftab |
| Main Julian England | Aftab |
References
- ^ Iftikhar Thakur on Rewind with Samina Peerzada | Funny Interview | Comedian | Jokes | Episode 5
- ^ Nov 10, 2011 03:11am (2011-11-10). "Cultural resorts abuzz with activity - Newspaper". Dawn.Com. Retrieved 2016-10-01.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ Gul, Ali (2016-03-18). "Sach Mooch: From Annie Khalid to Iftikhar Thakur, a case of exploding videos - The Express Tribune". Tribune.com.pk. Retrieved 2016-10-01.
- ^ Nov 03, 2011 11:02pm (2011-11-03). "Three flicks expected on Eid - Newspaper". Dawn.Com. Retrieved 2016-10-01.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ Khan, Sher (2013-08-25). "The world is our stage: Punjabi theatre hopes to go global - The Express Tribune". Tribune.com.pk. Retrieved 2016-10-01.
- ^ Desk, Web (2013-08-07). "Army chief slams India's 'cowardly' ceasefire violations - The Express Tribune". Tribune.com.pk. Retrieved 2016-10-01.
- ^ "Pak court dismisses comedian's petition for ban on Indian films | world". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 2016-10-01.
- ^ "Sawal 700 Crore Dollar Ka - Timeline". Facebook. Retrieved 2016-10-01.
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