ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has decided to confer Sitara-e-Imtiaz (Civil) posthumously on renowned film actor late Waheed Murad in recognition of his meritorious services and his contribution to the Pakistan Film industry and promotion of art and culture in the country.
The decision was made as a token of tribute to the illustrious and legendary late Waheed Murad on the occasion of his 27th death anniversary falling on November 23.
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