Iftikhar Thakur
Iftikar Thakur (Urdu, Punjabi: افتخار ٹھاکر), born 'Iftikhar Ahmed' is a Pakistani actor and stand up comedian.[2] He rose to fame for his roles in Pothwari language telefilms. He has starred in numerous stage shows and telefilms in different languages mainly Punjabi also including Pothwari/Mirpuri and Urdu. He currently stars in the comedy talk show Mazaaq Raat, where he portrays Mian Afzal Nirgoli, a Punjab Police officer.[3][4] He adopted the name Iftikhar Thakur based on a character he played in stage dramas.[5] Prior to becoming an actor, he worked in an auto repair facility fixing punctured tires.
Iftikhar Thakur | |
|---|---|
| Born | Iftikhar Ahmed Sheikh 1 April 1958[1] Mian Channu, Pakistan |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Other names | koki |
| Occupation | Comedian, Actor, Philanthropist |
| Children | 4 |
In September 2015, Thakur protested India's 28 August cease-fire violation,[6] by filing a court petition to permanently ban Indian films from Pakistani cinemas.[7] The petition was dismissed, with the court explaining that the Ministry of Culture would be the correct agency to petition.
Education
He did FA from Commerce Collage Karachi. After jumping into the stage and film world, in 1997 he went to the United States of America for polishing his skills of actor and director and got his 3 years and 2 months training certificate from New York Film academy.
Career
Television
| Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|
| Guest House | Appearance | PTV Home |
| Double Sawari | PTV Home | |
| Lahori Gate | Koki Pehlwan | PTV Home |
| Lagan | AJK TV | |
| Sala Bara Nirala | Nirala | PTV Bolan |
| Don No 1 | Don | PTV Bolan |
| Nizaam | PTV Home | |
| Nawab Ghar | Nawab | PTV Home |
| Zero Zero Dedh Seven | Host | Geo TV |
| Mazaaq Raat | Host | Dunya News |
| Sawa Teen | Host | Neo TV |
| Masti Gate | Host | ARY News |
Film
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Hum Ek Hain | |
| 2006 | Majajan | |
| 2006 | Phapa Aya Pakistan | |
| 2006 | Miki Kharo England | Aftab |
| 2006 | One Two Ka One | |
| 2007 | Main Julian England | Aftab |
| 2008 | Gulabo | |
| 2008 | Anjam | |
| 2009 | Apnay Huwey Paraye | |
| 2010 | Channa Sachi Muchi | |
| 2010 | Wohti ley ke jaani ay | Chotay Rana Babar Sahab |
| 2011 | Thakur 420 | Thakur |
| 2011 | Sala Sohra Tay Jawai | |
| 2012 | Wardatiey | |
| 2013 | Dil Paraye Des Mein | |
| 2014 | Lafanga | |
| 2015 | Nikammay Putar | |
| 2016 | Sawaal 700 Crore Dollar Ka[8] | Special Appearance |
| 2016 | Ishq Positive | |
| 2016 | Zindgi Guzaro Has Kay | |
| 2016 | Lahore Se Aagey | Special Appearance |
| 2016 | Gunah Ka Anjam | |
| 2016 | Saya e Khuda e Zuljalal | Peeran Ditta |
| 2017 | Phanay Khan | Phanay Khan |
| 2017 | Geo Sar Utha Kay | Police Officer |
| 2017 | Jora Shagnan Na | |
| 2018 | Jackpot | Cameo |
| 2018 | Kaaf Kangana | |
| 2019 | Tootan Ni Chaan | |
| 2019 | Sala Sahab | |
| 2019 | Chal Mera Putt | Chaudhary Shamsher |
| 2019 | Roundabout | Pappu |
| 2020 | Sohnra Sanwal | |
| 2020 | Chal Mera Putt 2 | Chaudhary Shamsher |
References
- "Iftikhar Thakur on Rewind with Samina Peerzada | Funny Interview | Comedian | Jokes | Episode 5". Archived from the original on 15 March 2018. Retrieved 24 January 2018.
- "Cultural resorts abuzz with activity - Newspaper". Dawn.Com. 10 November 2011. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 1 October 2016.
- Gul, Ali (18 March 2016). "Sach Mooch: From Annie Khalid to Iftikhar Thakur, a case of exploding videos - The Express Tribune". Tribune.com.pk. Archived from the original on 16 September 2016. Retrieved 1 October 2016.
- "Three flicks expected on Eid - Newspaper". Dawn.Com. 3 November 2011. Archived from the original on 13 September 2016. Retrieved 1 October 2016.
- Khan, Sher (25 August 2013). "The world is our stage: Punjabi theatre hopes to go global - The Express Tribune". Tribune.com.pk. Archived from the original on 16 September 2016. Retrieved 1 October 2016.
- Desk, Web (7 August 2013). "Army chief slams India's 'cowardly' ceasefire violations - The Express Tribune". Tribune.com.pk. Archived from the original on 26 December 2015. Retrieved 1 October 2016.
- "Pak court dismisses comedian's petition for ban on Indian films | world". Hindustan Times. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 1 October 2016.
- "Sawal 700 Crore Dollar Ka - Timeline". Facebook. Retrieved 1 October 2016.