Bushra Ansari celebrates 47-year friendship with Javed Sheikh, shares heartfelt tribute on social media
Veteran actress Bushra Ansari has celebrated her 47-year-long friendship with fellow actor Javed Sheikh on social media, sharing a heartfelt tribute.
Taking to Instagram, Bushra posted a picture of herself with Javed Sheikh, calling him a “unique friend” and praying for his well-being.
She captioned the post: “Mashallah! 47 yrs ki dosti! Allah salamat rakhy. Javed Sheikh, you are unique, my friend!”
The post garnered likes and comments from fans, who praised their enduring friendship and their iconic contributions to Pakistani television.
Bushra Ansari and Javed Sheikh are among Pakistan’s most celebrated actors, having shared the screen in several notable dramas over the decades.
Their first major collaboration was in Ankahi, a romantic comedy drama that remains a classic in Pakistani television history. In the series, Javed Sheikh played one of the lead roles, while Bushra Ansari delivered a memorable supporting performance.
In the mid-1980s and beyond, both actors were associated with the Tanhaiyaan universe, including sequels and special episodes. While Bushra Ansari remained a mainstay of the original series, Javed Sheikh’s appearances in related projects added star power and depth to the ensemble cast.
The pair reunited for dramas such as Doraha in 2008, in which both played significant roles, demonstrating their ability to handle emotionally intense narratives while maintaining a natural on-screen rapport.
Another notable collaboration was Sitamgar in 2002, where Javed Sheikh took on a pivotal male lead role alongside Bushra Ansari’s dramatic performance.
Moreover, Bushra Ansari and Javed Sheikh frequently worked together in PTV comedy sketches, telefilms, and special stage performances during the 1980s and 1990s.
Their joint appearances in festive and anniversary telefilms further showcased their versatility, successfully engaging audiences across genres ranging from comedy to drama.
