Veteran Actress Shagufta Ejaz Struggles to Rebuild Her Life After Husband’s Passing

Islamabad:Renowned Pakistani actress Shagufta Ejaz has opened up about her emotional journey following the passing of her husband, Yahya Siddiqui, in September. In a heartfelt post on her Instagram account, the actress shared her struggles of trying to rebuild her life while coping with the profound grief of losing her partner of many years.

Shagufta Ejaz expressed her gratitude to her fans for their continuous support and kind words. “I am deeply thankful for all the love you have shown me, and for asking about how I am feeling,” she wrote in her emotional post.

### “Struggling to Understand the Reality”

The actress spoke about her ongoing process of grief and how she is still trying to come to terms with the realities she has faced since her husband’s passing. She revealed that, despite her preparations for such an eventuality, the shock of the loss has had a much deeper emotional impact on her than she anticipated.

Shagufta Ejaz also reflected on the concept of ‘iddah’ (the mourning period observed by a widow in Islam) and its significance. She expressed her belief that this period is a time for a woman to regain her strength and move forward with life. “I thought I was prepared, but this deep loss has been overwhelming,” she admitted, acknowledging the pain of the experience.

### Cherishing Memories with Her Late Husband

In her post, Shagufta Ejaz shared images of candles that she and her late husband used to light together in happy moments. These candles, now shaped in new molds, served as a symbol of the memories she is trying to reconnect with. She mentioned that despite the immense sorrow, she is finding ways to reconnect with the happy moments of her life with Yahya Siddiqui.

### A Struggle to Rebuild

Shagufta Ejaz conveyed that, despite the emotional turmoil, she is currently focused on rebuilding her life. She mentioned her late husband’s famous song “Aaj Jane Ki Zid Na Karo” from the film *Badal Aur Bijli* and how it continues to hold sentimental value. She reaffirmed her commitment to fulfill the responsibilities her late husband and children entrusted her with, doing so with strength and love.

“Right now, I am struggling to reorganize my life, but I will continue to fulfill the responsibilities on my shoulders with love and strength,” she concluded in her message.

### A Heartbreaking Loss

Shagufta Ejaz’s second husband, Yahya Siddiqui, had battled cancer for a long period before succumbing to the disease in September. His passing has left the actress devastated, as she continues to navigate the challenges of grief while maintaining her family responsibilities.

Shagufta Ejaz’s fans and colleagues from the entertainment industry have rallied around her, offering their heartfelt condolences and support during this difficult time.