Accomplished television actor Shakeel Ahmed passed away at the age of 85. According to Express News, the legendary drama actor Alil Aur was admitted to a private hospital for four days. The small screen actor gained fame for his excellent performances and memorable roles in several dramas. Among his popular dramas are Shah Zori, Ankal Arfi, Intarfarmaye, An Kahi, Zeer Zabar Peesh, Afshan, Anna, Arosa and Angan Teedha. The senior actor also showed his acting chops in a few films including Honahar, Josh Naftaf, Nakhda, Badal Aur Bijli, Jeedaar, Chahat and Zaharishq, but his real recognition came from dramas. Shakeel Ahmed's original name was Yusuf Kamal, but after entering the world of showbiz, he was given the name Shakeel. According to family sources, Shakeel also had a bypass several years ago and also suffered from arthritis, which made it difficult to walk, so an employee helped him walk. According to family sources, the late actor's daughter will reach Karachi by a 6 am flight tomorrow and her funeral prayers will be offered tomorrow Friday after Asr prayers. The late actor is survived by his wife Free, daughter Hara and son Haider. Sindh Chief Minister's Condolences Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has expressed deep sorrow over the death of senior actor Shakeel Ahmed and said that Shakeel Ahmed was a great name in the world of art, his services will always be remembered. The Chief Minister also prayed for the high status of the deceased.