Hameed Sheikh

Hameed Sheikh (Urdu: حمید شیخ‎) is an actor and producer from Pakistan. He is known for his major roles in Khuda Kay Liye, Operation O21 and Moor (film).^[1] In 2001 he worked for CNN as a free lance producer, cameraman, and translator.

Career

Kandhar Break

In 2008, Sheikh produced Kandhar Break - political thriller set in 1999 which tells the story of an Englishman who, dictated by circumstances, must escape the Taliban regime in Afghanistan. While filming a night seen in the desert, a group associated with the Taliban attacked the Pakistani members of the film crew. Four of the crew members were shot while leaving the compound and arriving at the set; they all survived. Much like lead character of the movie, director David Whitney and his crew were forced to leave Pakistan with the help of local security forces. Only 75% of the shoot was completed by then. Later, Sheikh arranged funding for the remaining part that was filmed in Tunisia.^[2]

Moor

Sheikh was approached by Jami, director and writer of Moor, to play the role of an old man whose family was affected by the closure of a Railway Station in Zhob Valley, Baluchistan. In preparation of the role, Sheikh gained a lot of weight and changed his posture and walking style. He described his role as "genuinely challenging", yet didn't charge a dime for the project since he believed the film would open doors for young actors of Baluchistan.^[1]

Filmography

Films

Television

Awards & Nominations

• 2005 The 1st Indus Drama Awards: Nominated for Best Actor Drama Serial in a Supporting Role

See also

• Ayub Khoso
• List of Lollywood actors

References

External links

• Hameed Sheikh at the Internet Movie Database
• edition.cnn.com
• spock.com