Fifteenth death anniversary of renowned film and TV actor Syed Kamal is being observed today (Tuesday).

Born on 27 April 1937 in Meerut, British India, Syed Kamal was a popular film star during 1960s and 1970s.

He acted in more than 80 films besides playing roles in TV dramas. He won a Nigar Award in 1968 and was also given a Lifetime achievement award in 2000.

Syed Kamal died on this day in 2009 at Karachi.