In a message of condolence, he prayed Allah Almighty to rest the departed soul in eternal peace and grant courage to the bereaved family to bear the loss with fortitude. He said Umar Sharif throughout his life spread happiness and smiles on faces of millions of people. The artistic services of Umar Sharif would be remembered for a long time to come, he added.

ISLAMABAD, Oct 2 (APP):Minister for Foreign Affairs Shah Mehmood Qureshi Saturday expressed grief and sorrow over the sad demise of famous actor and comedian Umar Sharif.

In a message of condolence, he prayed Allah Almighty to rest the departed soul in eternal peace and grant courage to the bereaved family to bear the loss with fortitude.

He said Umar Sharif throughout his life spread happiness and smiles on faces of millions of people.

The artistic services of Umar Sharif would be remembered for a long time to come, he added.