Wikipedia / Saleem Sheikh
Wikipedia / Saleem Sheikh
Saleem Sheikh (Punjabi, ) (also spelled Saleem Shaikh) is a Pakistani actor and producer.
Career
1970s: Child actor
He made his on-screen debut from PTV's Shama where he portrayed the younger version of his brother Jawed Sheikh's character. He then appeared as a child artist in PTV's children plays.
1990s: Mainstream success
He is best known for portraying GC Safeer in Shoaib Mansoor's military drama Sunehray Din. Sheikh made his film debut in 1992 with Mohabbat Ke Saudagar.
2010s-present: Resurgence and character roles
His career saw a resurgence in 2010 when he played Abdul Hameed "Midu" in Anokha Ladla and in its sequels in the following years.
Selected filmography
Television serials
Films
Mohabat Ke Saudagar (1992)
Duniya Dus Numberi (1993)
Qasam (1993)
Chief Sahib (1996)
Sangam (1997)
Yes Boss (1997)
Kaheen Pyar Na Hojaye (1998)
Dil Sanbhala Na Jaye (1998)
Aik Aur Love Story (1999)
Yeh Dil Aap Ka Huwa (2002)
Khulay Aasman Ke Neechay (2008)
Bullah (2026) as Bakhshi, the movie's main antagonist
Awards
Bolan award for Best actor in Chief Sahb 1996
Nigar award for Best supporting actor in Yeh Dil Aap Ka Huwa 2002
Ptv Award for best supporting actor in (Dil Behkay Ga) 2012
See also
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