Azizul Hakim tests positive for Covid-19, on life support

Renowned actor Azizul Hakim has tested positive for Covid-19 on November 10. The actor confirmed the news to The Daily Star. His wife, Zeenat Hakim, a noted playwright, along with their son Mohaimin Ridowan also tested positive for COVID-19.

According to a Facebook post made by noted actor Bonna Mirza today (November 13), Hakim is now on life support.

The actor started working on a new television drama series last month, previously the actor was on a break during the countrywide lockdown. The actor took part in a documentary about his life, which was written by Zeenat Hakim and directed by his daughter Nazah Hakim, recently.

He also made a comeback as a theatre director recently with a new production, "Indemnity," after a break of 15 years.

Starting his career in the 80s, Azizul Hakim has made a mark in theatre and television. He has been an integral part of the Aronnyak Natyadal for the last 40 years.

Translated by Rasheek Tabassum Mondira