Renowned film actress Shamim Ara remembered on death anniversary

ISLAMABAD (APP) - The eight death anniversary of renowned film actress Shamim Ara was observed on Monday.

Born in Aligarh in 1938, her birth name was Putli Bai but she worked in films under the stage name Shamim Ara.

Shamim Ara had performed in many superhit films of that time including Devdas, Doraha, Bhool, Humraz and Naila. The actress had the honour of working with all the heroes of her time in the industry. She performed in about 500 films.

Shamim Ara also had the honour being the first woman director of the Pakistan film industry. She was honoured by Nigar Award for four times. The actress passed away on August 5, 2016 in London after a prolonged illness.