LAHORE - Prime Minister Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani inquired after renowned film artiste and producer Shamim Ara at the National Hospital on Sunday. The prime minister declared Shamim Ara an asset to the nation, appreciated her contribution to art and presented her a cheque of Rs 0.5 million. He directed doctors to take special care of the artiste. On the occasion, husband of Shamim Ara informed the prime minister that she had no place to live in after leaving the hospital as her residence had been illegally occupied and occupants were demanding Rs 50 million to return possession. The prime minister assured her husband that he would personally take interest to ensure justice to her in this regard.