Roshan Atta (Sindhi: روشن عطا) was a popular radio, television and film actress from Pakistan. After her start as a voice actress in Pakistan Radio drama, she became popular on-stage, as a TV and film actress.[1]

Early life

Atta was born to a doctor's home in the village Sultan Kot, Shikarpur district, in the year 1919. She moved to Saudi Arabia with her family, and after spending some years there, she returned to Hyderabad and resumed her studies there.[2]

Professional career

Her first Sindhi play Moonjharan Jo Maag was aired in 1972. She became a popular figure of both Sindhi and Urdu plays, including:

She also acted in Sindhi films, including:

Atta also acted in telefilms, including Bainsar Adal Ji and Darya Par. She received a Life Achievement Award from PTV.[3][2]

Death

She died at the age of 93, on 30 March 2011 from illness.[4][5]

References

  1. ^ "Remembering Roshan Atta, a seasoned actress | The Sindh Times". 2015-01-09. Archived from the original on 2015-01-09. Retrieved 2022-03-26.
  2. ^ a b Newspaper, the (2011-03-31). "TV and film actress Roshan Atta passes away". DAWN.COM. Retrieved 2022-03-26.
  3. ^ Subhpoto, Khadim Hussain (April 4, 2011). "Roshan Atta & Liaquat Soldier". The News International. Pakistan. Retrieved 2019-09-21.
  4. ^ "TV and film actress Roshan Atta passes away". Dawn. Pakistan. March 31, 2011. Retrieved 21 September 2019.
  5. ^ Staff. "Renowned comedian Liaquat Soldier passes away | Pakistan Today". Retrieved 2022-03-26.
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