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Shabana Azmi Remembers College Mate Farooq Sheikh on His Birth Anniversary

Shabana Azmi posted a nostalgic and grateful Instagram note remembering her late colleague and college mate, Farooq Sheikh, on his birth anniversary. She recalled their shared history, including co-founding a theatre group and his constant support during their student days. The two shared a famous professional partnership, starring together for 22 years in the popular play 'Tumhari Amrita'. Farooq Sheikh had a celebrated career in films like 'Chashme Buddoor' and won a National Award for 'Lahore'.

Key Points: Shabana Azmi Remembers Farooq Sheikh on Birth Anniversary

  • Shabana Azmi's heartfelt Instagram tribute
  • Their 22-year run in 'Tumhari Amrita'
  • Farooq Sheikh's iconic film roles
  • National Award for 'Lahore'
  • Jackie Shroff also paid tribute
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Shabana Azmi remembers her "college mate", veteran actor Farooq Sheikh on birth anniversary

Shabana Azmi shares a heartfelt note for her college mate and co-star Farooq Sheikh, recalling their journey in the play 'Tumhari Amrita'.

Shabana Azmi remembers her "college mate", veteran actor Farooq Sheikh on birth anniversary
"thank you for seeing me through so many exams - Shabana Azmi"

Mumbai, March 25

Remembering veteran actor and her "college mate" Farooq Sheikh on his birth anniversary, Shabana Azmi on Wednesday took to Instagram and penned a gratitude note for him.

"Farooque Shaikh , My college mate ,Co founder of Hindi Natya Manch at St Xaviers , thank you for seeing me through so many exams , filling my pens with ink so I don't run out during writing , ever present when I was unwell but teasing me endlessly and never saying a kind word 22 years of travelling the world with me and #Feroz Abbas Khan for the timeless #Tumhari Amrita for 22years. remembering you on your birthday," Shabana posted.

Shabana and Farooq Sheikh co-starred in the popular play 'Tumhari Amrita', directed by Feroz Abbas Khan. It is a Hindi adaptation of A.R. Gurney's play 'Love Letters.'

It revolves around the characters Amrita Nigam, played by Shabana Azmi, and Zulfikar Haider, played by Farooq, who communicate through letters over the years, sharing their joys and sorrows.

Actor Jackie Shroff also marked the birth anniversary of Farooq Sheikh with a post on Instagram.

Farooq's first significant cinematic appearance was in the 1973 film 'Garam Hawa,' in which he had a supporting role with Balraj Sahni. He went on to appear in films such as 'Noorie,' 'Chashme Buddoor,' 'Umrao Jaan Biwi Ho To Aisi,' and many others.

The late actor also hosted the first season of the TV show 'Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai.' He won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2010 for his work in the sports film 'Lahore.'

- ANI

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Rohit P
Farooq Sheikh was a gem of an actor. So natural and effortless. Films like 'Chashme Buddoor' and 'Umrao Jaan' are timeless classics because of performers like him. It's sad that today's generation might not know much about him. We need to preserve and celebrate this cinematic legacy.
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Aman W
Respectfully, while it's nice to see these tributes, I sometimes feel our film industry only remembers its veterans on birth or death anniversaries. Their work and contributions should be discussed and studied year-round, not just as a yearly social media post.
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Sarah B
The detail about co-founding the Hindi Natya Manch at St. Xavier's is fascinating! It shows how deeply rooted their passion for theatre was, right from college. That foundation clearly shaped their incredible careers. More power to such enduring artistic partnerships.
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Karthik V
'Garam Hawa' was such a powerful film, and he held his own alongside giants like Balraj Sahni. That takes serious talent. His National Award for 'Lahore' was well-deserved. A true actor's actor. Gone too soon.
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Nisha Z
My parents saw 'Tumhari Amrita' on stage and still talk about it. They said you could hear a pin drop in the auditorium. That's the power of great writing and phenomenal actors like Azmi and Sheikh. We need more such meaningful plays today.

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