Murtaza Hassan

Murtaza Hassan (c. 1954 – 11 April 2011), better known by his stage name Mastana, was a Pakistani actor, comedian, theatre director and playwright.

Beginning his career in the '70s, Murtaza worked in many stage shows throughout a career which spanned more than three decades, having performed in over 2000 stage dramas, mainly in Lahore.

Stage and television actor
He worked in numerous stage shows such as Aashiqon Gham Na Karo, Chan Makhna, Bara Maza Aaye Ga, Larri Adda, Kotha, Rabba Ishq Na Hoye, Kaun Jeeta Kaun Haara, Fasad Ki Jarh, among other.

He also appeared in television serials, such as Uncle Q in the drama Shab Daig.

Theatre director and playwright
Apart from acting, he also wrote and directed plays, most notably Kotha.

Death
Murtaza Hassan died on 11 April 2011, at the Victoria Hospital in Bahawalpur. He was believed to be 57 years old. He had a son, Hafiz M. Saad Hassan.