Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called the ill TV star Firdous Jamal on Sunday and promised to take responsibility for his medical treatment.
The premier reached out to Firdous Jamal, who was just diagnosed with cancer and is presently receiving treatment in a hospital.
Through the phone call, PM Sharif inquired about the 68-year-health olds and offered him his entire support during his difficult times.
The premier encouraged the actor and said that the entire nation was praying for him, expressing hope for a full recovery. He also told Jamal that the state will do all possible to help him because “emotional touch may bring enormous consolation to an injured person.”
Firdous expressed gratitude to the prime minister for the financial and emotional support.
Earlier this month, Firdous Jamal’s son confirmed that his father has recently been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing medical treatment
As his son’s post went viral, social media users and celebrities share their best for the 68-year-old for a speedy recovery.
Firdous started acting with a Hindko drama Badnami Dey Toway in the mid-70s, and he has since then appeared in hundreds of television, stage, and radio projects.
The star actor appeared in nearly 50 films, some of his notable work includes Sayeeban Sheeshay ka, Man Chale Ka Sauda, Mehboob, Pagal Ahmeq Bewakoof, Saahil, Piyari, Dhoop Deewar, and Ruswaiyan.
The actor was conferred the Pride of Performance Award by the President of Pakistan in 1986 for his notable achievements in showbiz.
