Dallas: Film and TV actor Talat Iqbal has passed away in Dallas, his family confirmed on Friday.
Saddened to know we have lost another gem who belonged to the golden era of Pakistani entertainment industry. May Allah grant you peace, Talat Iqbal sahib, an integral star of the 70s-80s pic.twitter.com/09qM7AovH8
— Adnan Siddiqui (@adnanactor) September 24, 2021
Talat Iqbal’s health deteriorated after the untimely demise of his daughter, Sarah Talat, two weeks back in the US. According to the family, the actor was in a state of “shock” since then.
He was admitted to hospital where he suffered two heart attacks.
Renowned Pakistani film & TV Actor Talat Iqbal has passed away in US. Inna lillahe wa inna ilaehe rajioon. He was hospitalised 2 weeks back in critical condition after the death of his daughter Sarah. His funeral will be held after Jumma prayers in Al Rehman Mosque, Dallas pic.twitter.com/An0ZcSoZt3
— Furqan T. Siddiqui (@furqantsiddiqui) September 24, 2021
According to the family, Talat’s funeral will be held after Jumma prayers in Al Rehman Mosque and he will be buried at Restland graveyard in Dallas.
Talat played key roles in TV dramas from 1970 to 1980. He also starred in several films during his career.
His wife Sumbul Talat was also an acclaimed person
May ALLAH rest renowned Pakistani actor Talat Iqbal's soul in peace and give his family and friends enough strength to cope with this huge loss. Ameen
— Faisal Javed Khan (@FaisalJavedKhan) September 24, 2021
His other works include Kaif-e-Bahara, Do Duni Paanch, Ab Dekh Khuda Kya Karta Hai and Shikast-e-Arzoo.
Punjab Chief Minister Usman Buzdar expressed his grief at the passing of the veteran actor and condoled with the family.
In a statement, he said Iqbal was a versatile and seasoned actor, adding that he will not be forgotten.
Actor Adnan Siddiqui called Iqbal an integral star of the 1970s and 1980s.
