Tahira Wasti: A Renowned Pakistani Actress and Writer
Born: 1944
Died: March 11, 2012
Tahira Wasti was a prominent Pakistani writer and television actress, best known for her role as Azabila in the TV drama Shaheen. She began her career in 1968 with a television drama titled Jeb Katra, based on a novel by Saadat Hasan Manto, marking her entry into the Pakistan Television Network.
From 1968 until the 1990s, Tahira Wasti appeared in numerous television dramas, many of which became classics on PTV, including Kashkol, Jangalos, and Daldal. In addition to acting, she was also a writer for television dramas, showcasing a particular interest in science fiction.
Tahira Wasti was married to Rizwan Wasti, a television actor and English news caster, and was the mother of TV actress Leila Wasti. Notably, famous actress Maria Wasti is her niece.
Notable Works:
- Shama
- Aakhri Chattaan
- Afshaan
- Daldal
- Fashar
- Jeb Katra
- Jangalos
- Kashkol
- Shaheen
- Raat
- Tipu Sultan
- Dil, Diya, Dehliz
- Mamata
- Moort
- Doraaha
- Chand Grahan
- Khaleej
- Ghar Nata
- Teer Pa Heer (Pashto Comedy Drama)
- Shaam Se Pehle (PTV Drama Serial)
- Us Ki Biwi (Telefilm)
- Heer Waris Shah (PTV Drama Serial)
Tahira Wasti’s contributions to Pakistani television have left a lasting impact, and she is remembered for her exceptional talent and dedication to the arts.