Anupam Kher mourns demise of Pakistani-Canadian columnist Tarek Fatah

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 25 : Veteran actor Anupam Kher expressed grief over the death of Pakist-Canadian columnist and commentator Tarek Fatah.

Taking to Instagram, Kher penned an emotional note in memory of Tarek Fatah, who died after a long battle with cancer, on Monday.

Kher wrote, "Deeply saddened to know about the demise of my friend, a true Indian at heart, most fearless and kind hearted man @TarekFatah. His courage was infectious! His laughter was pure. We met at many occasions. But visiting his home in Toronto & spending an afternoon with him over some delicious food and amazing stories was so special. My condolences to his family & friends! #TarekFateh @natashafatah."

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Kher also shared a few pictures of himself with Tarek Fatah.

The news of Tarek Fatah's demise was shared by his daughter Natasha, who herself is a journalist.

"Lion of Punjab. Son of Hindustan. Lover of Canada. Speaker of truth. Fighter for justice. Voice of the down-trodden, underdogs, and the oppressed. Tarek Fatah has passed the baton on... his revolution will continue with all who knew and loved him. Will you join us? 1949-2023," Natasha tweeted.

Tarek Fatah was 73.