Murtaza Hassan (c. 1954 – 11 April 2011), better known by his stage name Mastana, was a Pakistani actor, comedian, theatre director and playwright.[1]
Mastana Murtaza Hassan | |
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Born | 1954 |
Died | 11 April 2011 | (aged 56–57)
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Beginning his career in the '70s,[2] Murtaza worked in many stage shows throughout a career which spanned more than three decades, having performed in over 2000 stage dramas, mainly in Lahore.[3]
He worked in numerous stage shows such as Aashiqon Gham Na Karo, Chan Makhna, Bara Maza Aaye Ga, Larri Adda, Kotha, Rabba Ishq Na Hoye, Kaun Jeeta Kaun Haara, Fasad Ki Jarh, among other.[4][5]
He also appeared in television serials, such as Uncle Q in the drama Shab Daig.[6]
Apart from acting, he also wrote and directed plays, most notably Kotha.[7]
Murtaza Hassan died on 11 April 2011, at the Victoria Hospital in Bahawalpur. He was believed to be 57 years old. He had a son, Hafiz M. Saad Hassan.[8]
Besides acting, Mastana also wrote and directed plays, his most popular one being Kotha.