The entertainment industry mourns the loss of celebrated music composer Zulfiqar Ali Attre, who passed away on Friday in Lahore after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was 61.<\/p>\n
Attre, a towering figure in Pakistan\u2019s music and film industry, leaves behind a legacy of over 50 films for which he composed music.<\/p>\n\t\t
His work spanned decades, with notable contributions to films such as Chooriyan<\/em>, Majajan<\/em>, and the critically acclaimed Kamli<\/em> by Sarmad Khoosat<\/a>. His composition of the song Mukhra<\/em> for Kamli<\/em> in 2022 remains one of his most celebrated works, earning him widespread acclaim for its hauntingly beautiful melody.<\/p>\n Zulfiqar Ali Attre\u2019s career was marked by his ability to blend traditional and contemporary music, creating timeless compositions that resonated with audiences across generations. His work in Chooriyan<\/em> and Majajan<\/em> helped define the soundtracks of Pakistani cinema in the late 1990s and early 2000s, while his more recent contributions, such as Kamli<\/em>, showcased his versatility and enduring relevance in the industry.<\/p>\n At the time of his passing, Attre was working as the music director for the upcoming film Welcome Punjab<\/em>, which is currently in production. His untimely death has left the project in limbo, with fans and colleagues mourning the loss of his creative genius.<\/p>\n In recognition of his contributions to the arts, Attre was awarded the Pride of Performance, Pakistan\u2019s highest civilian honor, in 2024. The award cemented his status as one of the country\u2019s most accomplished and respected music composers.<\/p>\n Attre was laid to rest on Friday at 1pm in Khyber Block, Allama Iqbal Town, Lahore. Family, friends, and colleagues from the entertainment industry gathered to pay their respects to the legendary composer.<\/p>\n The news of Zulfiqar Ali Attre\u2019s passing has left the entertainment industry in shock, with tributes pouring in from actors, directors, and fans alike.<\/p>\n Actor Imran Abbas shared a heartfelt tribute on social media, posting a picture with Attre and recalling a personal memory. \u201cToday, we mourn the loss of one of the film industry\u2019s most exceptional music directors. Rest in peace. Another cherished elder who always sent me prayers is gone,\u201d Abbas wrote.<\/p>\n He also recounted how Attre had once postponed a meeting but later visited him on the set of Tumhare Husn Ka Naam<\/em>, a gesture that Abbas said he would always cherish.<\/p>\n\t\t Filmmaker Sarmad Khoosat, who worked closely with Attre on Kamli<\/em>, shared the news of his passing on his Instagram story, accompanied by a broken heart emoji. Khoosat\u2019s simple yet poignant tribute reflected the deep respect and admiration he had for the composer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The entertainment industry mourns the loss of celebrated music composer Zulfiqar Ali Attre, who passed away on Friday in Lahore after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was 61. Attre, a towering figure in Pakistan\u2019s music and film industry, leaves behind a legacy of over 50 films for which he composed music. 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Final Farewell<\/h3>\n
Tributes Pour In<\/h3>\n