Next 24 hours are critical for comedian Umar Shareef

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Comedian requests PM to help for his treatment from abroad

KARACHI (Dunya News) – Legendary comedian Umer Sharif s wife Zareen Umer has said that next 24 hours are critical for the comedian.

Umer Sharif, who is viral on the social media after his appeal to PM Imran Khan for facilitation, has the next few hours critical to his life. Comedian’s wife also requested fans to pray for his health.

Turning to Sharif’s official Facebook page, wife Zareen urged fans to remember him in prayers. "24 hours are critical for umer please pray as much as you can! Mrs zareen umer," read the post.

Earlier, a video has surfaced on the internet in which comedian Umar Shareef is seen requesting Prime Minister Imran Khan to take note of his deteriorating health and help for his treatment from abroad.

In the video Umar Shareef says, “Doctors have asked me that I should go abroad for better treatment. I believe I contributed to Shaukat Khanum Cancer Hospital as best as I could. Doctors tell me my best treatment is possible in America.”

He further says, “I was always there for Imran Khan whenever he needed me. Therefore, I believe now when it is time that I need you, you will be there for me as well.”

It appears from the video that Umar Shareef is quite unwell. He was wearing an oxygen mask and had difficulty speaking.