Karachi: The year 2025 is nearing its end, leaving behind a mix of sweet memories and deep sorrow for PakistanI entertainment industry. While the year brought success for many artists, it also witnessed the heartbreaking loss of several well-known actors and creative figures whose deaths shocked fans across the country.
Some of these tragedies were particularly disturbing, as the bodies of two senior actresses were discovered days — even months — after their passing, raising serious questions about loneliness, neglect, and the fragile lives behind stardom.
Ayesha Khan: A Silent Farewell
Senior television actress Ayesha Khan was found dead on June 20, 2025, in her apartment located in Karachi’s Gulshan-e-Iqbal area. According to police, neighbors alerted authorities after a foul smell spread through the building. When the apartment door was forced open, her decomposed body was discovered.
Her death sent shockwaves through the drama industry, highlighting the silent isolation many senior artists face in their later years.
Humaira Asghar: A Tragedy That Shook Everyone
Just weeks later, another horrifying incident emerged. On July 8, the body of actress Humaira Asghar was found in her Defence apartment in Karachi. Medical reports later revealed that she had passed away on October 7, 2024, meaning her body remained undiscovered for nearly nine months.
Adding to the tragedy, her father reportedly refused to receive her body in Karachi. She was eventually laid to rest on July 11 in her hometown, Lahore. Police termed the death “natural” but described the case as mysterious due to the long delay in discovery.
Javed Kodu: Laughter That Hid Pain
Veteran comedian Javed Kodu was among the first showbiz personalities to pass away in 2025. He died in April after a prolonged illness and financial hardship.
In his final interview, Kodu had openly shared his disappointment, saying he had hoped fellow artists would come forward to help him but understood that rising inflation had affected everyone. His words left a lasting impact on fans and colleagues alike.
Humaira Abid: A PTV Era Star Bids Goodbye
On May 3, 2025, Humaira Abid — former actress, wife of actor Abid Ali, and mother of film star Iman Ali — passed away. She had started her career during Pakistan Television’s golden era and was remembered for her grace and dignity both on and off screen.
Lucky Dear: A Comic Legend Lost
Renowned stage, television, and film comedian Lucky Dear passed away on September 30, 2025, after a long battle with illness. The 60-year-old artist had been suffering from lung disease and diabetes and remained under treatment at Lahore’s Mayo Hospital for several months.
His death marked the end of an era for Punjabi theatre and comedy.
Anwar Ali: A Veteran’s Final Curtain Call
On September 1, senior actor Anwar Ali also passed away following prolonged illness. He had been suffering from multiple health issues, including lung and kidney problems, paralysis, and heart disease. His contribution to film, television, and stage remains widely respected.
Kamran Ijaz: A Pillar of Pakistani Cinema
The Pakistani film industry lost a major figure on November 4, 2025, when renowned producer and distributor Chaudhry Kamran Ijaz passed away after suffering a brain hemorrhage. His services played a crucial role in sustaining cinema during difficult times.
Muhammad Kamal Pasha: The Pen That Shaped Cinema
Celebrated film writer Muhammad Kamal Pasha passed away on October 3, 2025, after a prolonged illness. A legendary name in Pakistani cinema, he wrote scripts for over 300 films, focusing on themes such as social injustice, poverty, love, morality, and human suffering.
His words shaped generations of cinema lovers and filmmakers.
A Year of Reflection for Showbiz
The loss of so many prominent figures in a single year has sparked reflection within the entertainment community. Beyond fame and applause, these tragedies expose the emotional, financial, and social struggles faced by artists — especially in their later years.
As 2025 draws to a close, Pakistan’s showbiz industry mourns not just the loss of talent, but the fading of an era.