LAHORE: Stage, film and television artiste and comedian Javed Kodu, who passed away in Lahore after a protracted illness, was laid to rest at a graveyard near his residence in Singhpura. He was 63.

He started his artistic journey back in 80s from stage and television. His short height made him popular among his TV and film audience. He performed in more than 150 Urdu and Punjabi films, many stage and TV plays.

Among his popular TV plays were Ainak Wala Jin and Ashyiana. He is survived by a widow and three sons. The film and television fraternity has expressed deep sorrow and grief over his sad demise.

He had been confronted with health issues since 2016 as he suffered some neuro problems after injuries in a road accident.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz offered condolenses to the family of the deceased actor.