Jamil Fakhri

Acting

​Jamil Fakhri (born Mohammad Jamil; September 15, 1946 – June 9, 2011) was an acclaimed Pakistani actor, comedian, and TV personality. Widely recognized as a cornerstone of Pakistan Television (PTV), he began his acting career in Lahore's theater circuit during the 1970s before transitioning to television and film. ​Fakhri achieved iconic status for his role as Inspector Jaffer Hussain in the classic PTV hit serial Andhera Ujala (1984), a performance that made him a household name across Pakistan. Over a career spanning more than three decades, he starred in numerous popular television...