Legendary Pakistani actor Zaheen Tahira passed away here on Tuesday. She was 79.According to The Express Tribune, the actor was admitted to a city-based hospital last month due to cardiac issues.
She was put on a ventilator and was later shifted to the critical care unit .

Recently, the news of her recovery went viral on the Internet after Pakistan’s entertainment industry took to social media to send their prayers.

One of the most senior actors in the history of Pakistan’s television, Tahira starred in over 700 drama serials in lead and supporting roles.

She was known for playing strong characters mainly on Pakistan Television Corporation Karachi centre from the late 1960s to 1980s.