Shujaat Hashmi is a Pakistani TV and film actor.[1] He is known for his roles in the TV drama Waris and the film Khaak Aur Khoon, both appearing in 1979. He was honored with the Pride of Performance Award in 1994.
Career
Hashmi started his career in Yawar Hayat's PTV drama Kuhar.[2] His debut film Chhad Buray Di Yaari was released in 1975. He gained popularity by playing the role of Mauladad in Amjad Islam Amjad's hit TV drama Waris (1979 - 1980).[3] After the success of Waris, he got a chance to play a lead role in the 1979 Urdu film Khaak Aur Khoon, directed by Masood Parvez.[2][4]