Babu Baral

Ayub Akhtar (ایوب اختر), better known by his stage name Babu Baral (ببو برال), was a Pakistani stage actor, comedian, singer, theatre director and playwright.

He was particularly known for his mimicry, especially of famous singers.

Personal life
Babu Baral was born Ayub Akhtar in Ghakar Mandi, Punjab, Pakistan during 1964.

He had four children, two daughters and two sons.

After Baral's death his family struggled financially, pushing his elder daughter Tabeer to take up stage performances at the age of 17. His eldest son is handicapped whereas his second son has cerebral difficulties

Stage actor
Baral started his career as a comedian from Gujranwala in 1982.

Theatre director and playwright
He not only acted but also wrote and directed plays, most famously Shartiya Mithay.

Stage dramas

 * Shartiya Mithay
 * Topi Drama
 * Ashiqo Gham Na Karo
 * Suhay Lal
 * Kuch Na Kaho
 * Tere Nakhre Hazar
 * Mr. Aflatoon
 * Raja Ab To Aaja
 * Ghar Ayi Bharjayi
 * Baba Luteya Geya
 * Akhiyon Se Goli Maare
 * Balam bara Zalim
 * Buhat Khub
 * Mehndi Lagi Mere Hath
 * Siyane Bewaqoof
 * Hazir Janaab
 * Deewanay Mastanay
 * Jawab Durust Hai
 * Tere Ishq Nachaya
 * Mahi Mainu Chala Puwa Dey
 * Yaran Naal Baharan

Death
Babu Baral was passed away on April 16, 2011. Babu had been suffering from various health issues, including cancer and kidney problems, for a long time before his death.