Playback Singer Ahmed Rushdi Remembered
Fahad Shabbir (@FahadShabbir) Published April 24, 2024 | 03:10 PM
ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 24th Apr, 2024) Renowned playback singer Ahmed Rushdi, who mesmerized audiences with his beautiful songs was remembered on the occasion of his birth anniversary on Wednesday.
Born on April 24, 1934, in Hyderabad, he was considered the first pop singer of Pakistan. He started his career by singing in Radio Pakistan Karachi's programme "Bachon Ki Dunya." He recorded his first song for the film "Anokhi" and went on to achieve fame with a song filmed by actor Alauddin.
Ahmed Rushdi lent his voice to films made in the 70s and 80s and won the Nigar Award for three consecutive years for his work in the films "Spiran," "Mehtab," and "Aanchal."
He was also awarded the Sitara-i-Imtiaz in addition to the Artist and Millennium Awards.
His voice had a profound impact on the chocolate hero Waheed Murad, who was one of the most popular actors of his time. April 11, 1983 at the age of 49, leaving behind a legacy of music that continues to be cherished by his fans.
Related Topics
Recent Stories
Currency Rate In Pakistan - Dollar, Euro, Pound, Riyal Rates On 6 May 2024
Today Gold Rate in Pakistan 06 May 2024
Dubai Mum Becomes the First Ever Pakistani Woman to Climb 11 of the 14 Highest M ..
Over 37% Tobacco tax increase suggested to save lives, boost revenue
Mohsin Naqvi has offered a substantial incentive, pledging $100,000 to every pla ..
Citizens join Al Barsha Police in “An Hour for Dubai” Initiative
Art can be a powerful tool to relieve stress, Experts say at Sharjah Children’ ..
Currency Rate In Pakistan - Dollar, Euro, Pound, Riyal Rates On 5 May 2024
Today Gold Rate in Pakistan 05 May 2024
Bugti assures transporters for addressing their problems
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar meets foreign min ..
3 drug peddlers arrested, hashish recovered
More Stories From Pakistan
-
Speeding van-trailer collision in Hyderabad claims 3 lives
27 minutes ago -
Dubai Mum Becomes the First Ever Pakistani Woman to Climb 11 of the 14 Highest Mountains in the Worl ..
9 hours ago -
Journalist Khalid Hameed Farooqi remembered on his death anniversary
11 hours ago -
4 killed, 2 injured in separate incidents in Bahawalnagar
11 hours ago -
Shahzad Town robbery shocks residents
11 hours ago -
Khana Badosh cafe pays glowing tribute to poet Saindad Sand
11 hours ago
-
Punjab govt extends financial assistance to lightning strike victims family
11 hours ago -
City experiences partly cloudy, humid weather
12 hours ago -
50pc crime calls decreased due to thorough patrolling
12 hours ago -
Fake security official arrested from hospital
12 hours ago -
Pakistan Army bids farewell to fallen soldier in Bahawalnagar
12 hours ago -
IESCO issues power suspension programme
12 hours ago