Celebrities mourn actress Humaira Asghar’s 'heartbreaking' death

Celebrities mourned the untimely death of actress and model Humaira Asghar, whose decomposed body was discovered in her Karachi apartment on Tuesday. The incident prompted many to stress the importance of regularly checking in on friends and loved ones, especially during difficult times.

The body of Humaira Asghar Ali, estimated to be between 15 and 20 days old, was recovered from her flat located in Ittehad Commercial Area, Defence Phase 6.

The police arrived at her home at around 3:15 pm to enforce a court order to vacate the apartment. When repeated knocks went unanswered, they broke the door and found her body lying on the floor.

Police officials confirmed that the actress had been living alone in the flat for the past seven years. Forensic evidence was collected from the scene, and her body has been sent for postmortem examination.

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The exact cause of death will be determined after the report is released.

Actress Hina Altaf expressed deep sorrow over the heartbreaking news and described the incident as a wake-up call for the media fraternity and society at large.

“She lived alone, she passed away alone. And days went by before anyone even noticed,” Hina wrote in her Instagram story.

“This isn’t just a loss, it’s a reminder. Check in on your friends, even those who never ask,” she added, offering prayers for the departed soul and strength to those silently struggling with life.

Mawra Hocane also shared a compassionate message, extending support to anyone dealing with personal hardships.

“If you're in trouble and caught in spiraling thoughts, whether I’ve known you briefly or closely, whether you’re a friend, an acquaintance, or a colleague who feels I might understand your struggles, please reach out,” she wrote on Instagram.

Actress Amar Khan reflected on the harsh realities of the entertainment industry, highlighting the pressure artists often face behind their glamorous appearances.

“Humaira is a face and story of so many artists who while servign happy face and glamour, live under silent stress. One day, the lights just go out.  Its a day of introspection of temporary worldly goals one sets for this life. A place where you are under constant scrutiny and judged for your clothes, cars, career, and cash,” she shared.

Actor Adnan Siddiqui and reality show contestant Umer Aalam, who worked with Humaira in Tamasha, also expressed their grief. Fellow artists Anoushey Ashraf, Ali Rehman, and Ayaz Samoo took to social media to mourn her passing and raise awareness about emotional well-being.