Ten Prominent Pakistani Showbiz Personalities Who Passed Away in 2025
Islamabad: The year 2025 proved to be an exceptionally painful one for Pakistan’s entertainment industry, as several well-known showbiz figures and social media influencers passed away, leaving fans and followers in deep mourning. Sudden and tragic deaths, particularly of young digital creators, shocked the nation.
Among those who passed away in 2025 were actors, influencers, chefs, and television personalities whose contributions left a lasting impact.
Sana Yousaf
Young digital creator Sana Yousaf from Chitral was murdered in Islamabad in May 2025. According to reports, she was shot dead at her residence by a friend. She was later laid to rest in her hometown of Chitral.
Umar Shah
Umar Shah, brother of popular child star Ahmed Shah, passed away suddenly in September. Family members said his health deteriorated late at night, and despite being rushed to the hospital, he could not survive.
Pyari Maryam
Renowned digital creator Pyari Maryam passed away on December 4 due to complications during childbirth. She gave birth to twins but died two days later because of excessive bleeding. Her husband, Ahsan Ali, confirmed her death on Instagram.
Chef Zakir Qureshi
Famous Pakistani chef Zakir Qureshi died in April at the age of 58. He gained immense popularity through his cooking shows on Masala TV and was regarded as one of the most influential chefs in the country.
Humaira Asghar Ali
Actress and model Humaira Asghar Ali was found dead under mysterious circumstances in her apartment in Karachi’s Defence Phase 6. While medical reports suggested she passed away in October 2024, her body was discovered in July 2025. The cause of death remains unknown.
Javed Kodo
Senior PTV actor Javed Kodo passed away in April 2025 after a prolonged illness. He had been suffering from multiple health issues and remained bedridden for several months.
Ayesha Khan
Veteran actress Ayesha Khan died in June 2025 at the age of 77. Her body was recovered from her apartment in Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Karachi, after neighbors reported a foul smell. Reports suggested she had passed away nearly a week earlier.
Anwar Ali
Senior actor Anwar Ali passed away in September after battling kidney disease and paralysis. According to his family, his condition worsened, and he died while undergoing treatment at a hospital.
Azeer Abbasi
Actor Azeer Abbasi, uncle of actor Shamoon Abbasi, passed away on October 30, 2025. Shamoon Abbasi announced the news on Facebook, calling him a mentor, guide, and dear friend. Azeer Abbasi was known for his roles in dramas such as Sar-e-Rah and Inteqam.
Bina Masroor
Veteran television actress and educationist Bina Masroor died in December at the age of 67. She was admired for her performances in dramas including Banjara, Betiyan, Tarrap, Ishq Nahi Aasan, Aangan, Agar, and Jaan-e-Jahan.
The passing of these personalities marked 2025 as a sorrowful year for Pakistan’s entertainment industry, with fans continuing to remember their talent, influence, and legacy.
