Legendary singer Attaullah Khan Esakhelvi hospitalised
October 15, 2018
LAHORE: Legendary singer Attaullah Khan Esakhelvi has been hospitalised owing to gallbladder pain.
The legendary singer will undergo surgery for his gallbladder, according to doctors.
Attaullah hails from Isakhel, Mianwali and is widely considered a Seraiki artist, although he has recorded albums in Punjabi and Urdu as well. His hits include Qameez Teri Kaali and Idhar Zindagi ka Janaza among others.
Attaullah has been the recipient of numerous awards, including the Pride of Performance award in Pakistan and a Lifetime Achievement Award from Queen Elizabeth II. The Guinness Book of World Records also features him, for releasing the highest number of audio albums.
