Pakistani star Sarmad Khoosat’s name was added to the esteemed Sitar-e-Imtiaz list in August 2023 for his outstanding work in the Pakistani entertainment industry, which has been removed without any explanation.
Sarmad took to his Instagram story to share that his name had been removed from the list of the prestigious 2023 Presidential Awards recipients.
The story read:
“RANDOM FUN FACT | NEWS. UPDATE 4. My name has vanished from ‘the 14th August ’23 list’ of Presidential Awards that everyone ‘officially’ and unofficially congratulated me for.”
Expressing his discontent over the unusual decision, he urged everyone to retract their well wishes, stating he no longer features on the list.
“Sorry, please take your Mubaraks back. Bhaee yeh mai nay khud tou nahii bana li thii list. And as far as I remember (from the year I got the PP), the list disclosed on the 14th of August is the finalised list unless the recipient refuses to accept the award.”.
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It is pertinent to mention here that Sarmad Khoosat is a brilliant Pakistani director, actor, and producer.
He has been part of the media industry for more than two decades.
Sarmad Khoosat rose to fame through his iconic sitcom, Shashlik. He has also appeared in numerous hit television dramas, including Dil Muhalle ki Haweli, Teri Raza, Baghi, Pardes, and others.
The actor has directed or produced many blockbuster and masterpiece projects, including Humsafar, Manto, Shehr E Zaat, Akhri Station, Pani Jesa Piyar, & Zindagi Tamasha. The director has also produced the Saba Qamar-starrer Kamli, which was loved by film lovers.