A big loss for Pakistan entertainment fraternity, most senior veteran actor Abid Ali passed away in Karachi.

The actor was admitted to a local hospital suffering a serious condition. The news of his death was confirmed by his wife, Rabia Abid while talking to a news channel.

Namaz e janaza of Abid Ali will be offered tomorrow after friday prayers (1 pm) at Masjid-e- Aisha, Bahria Town, Karachi.

According to a news source, the actor had been struggling with liver disease for some time .

It was a day earlier when fake news of Abid Ali’s death started to circulate on media causing anger and disturbance among veteran actor’s family and fans.

Abid Ali was admitted to a private hospital in Karachi following a bout of serious illness. According to an Instagram post shared by veteran actor Abid Ali’s daughter, singer Rahma Ali, the actor has been extremely unwell for the past two months.

Upon confirmation of his sad demise, prayers and condolence messages are pouring in on social media. Abid Ali has a long list of TV dramas and films to his credit. The space left vacant after is passing away can never be filled.

Deeply saddened by the demise of an amazing actor Abid Ali sahab. He was one of my all time favourite actor. Praying for his maghfirat. My condolences to his family n friends. May Allah bless him with highest ranks in Jannah. Ameen — Umar Gul (@mdk_gul) September 5, 2019

From dilawar in waris to agha jaan in diyar e dil and many more, Abid Ali was/is/will always remain the superior of his craft. Life is so uncertain, can't help my heart to believe this. May Allah elevate his ranks in Jannah and grants him maghfirah.This is a irreplaceable loss. pic.twitter.com/XYqppjdxup — Dr. Shaista Lodhi (@IamShaistaLodhi) September 5, 2019