From tragic incidents to heartbreaking medical complications, the entertainment world lost rising influencers, legendary actors, and beloved public figures, making 2025 one of the most painful years in recent memory for fans.
The deaths of social media stars TikToker Sana Yusuf, Pyari Maryam, and Umer Shah deeply affected young audiences in 2025 who grew up watching their content.
Sana Yusuf, a young digital creator from Chitral, was tragically killed in Islamabad in May 2025. Reports say a friend entered her house and shot her, and she passed away on the spot. She was later buried in her hometown.
Umer Shah, brother of child star Ahmad Shah, passed away suddenly in September. His family said he fell ill at night and was rushed to the hospital, but doctors could not save him.
Pyari Maryam, a well-known digital creator, died on December 4 due to complications during childbirth. She gave birth to twins but passed away two days later due to excessive bleeding. Her husband, Ahsan Ali, confirmed the news on Instagram.
The industry also mourned respected culinary icon Chef Zakir Qureshi, who passed away in April at the age of 58. His cooking shows earned him nationwide love.
Dr. Arfa Sayeda, one of Pakistan’s most respected educationists and social reformers, passed away on November 10.
Actress and model Humaira Asghar Ali was found dead in her Karachi apartment under mysterious circumstances. Medical reports suggest she passed away in October 2024, but her body was discovered months later in July 2025, raising serious concerns.
Senior actor Javed Kodu died in April after a long illness. Veteran actress Ayesha Khan, 77, was found dead in her Karachi flat in June after neighbors reported a bad smell to police.
Actor Anwar Ali passed away in September due to kidney disease and medical complications, despite being hospitalized.
Well-known actor Uzair Abbasi, uncle of Shamoon Abbasi, died on October 30. Shamoon announced the loss on Facebook, calling him “my teacher, my friend, my guide”.
In December, beloved actress and educator Beena Masroor passed away at age 67. She was admired for her roles in dramas like Banjaara, Betiyan, Tarp, Ishq Nahi Aasan, Angan, Agar, and Jaan e Jahan.
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Fans describe 2025 as a year of unanswered questions, emotional shock, and painful goodbyes as most of their loved ones and well-known Pakistani star died in 2025
