Faisal Quraishi, a veteran Pakistani actor, recently revealed a disappointing turnout at a memorial gathering held for late actresses Humaira Asghar and Ayesha Khan. Organized under ACT Pakistan, the artists’ representative body, the event aimed to offer prayers (Eisale-Sawab) for the deceased — yet, only a fraction of the invited showbiz community attended.
Majority Promised but Didn’t Show Up
According to Faisal Quraishi’s statement via Instagram, nearly 80% of invited celebrities did not attend, despite confirming their presence earlier. He expressed disappointment and concern, stating that many in the industry are active only on social media, not in reality.
> “Only 20% of those who promised actually came,” Quraishi lamented in his video post.
Few Stars Who Did Attend
Among the few who showed up were Hina Khawaja Bayat, who led prayers for the deceased, as well as Arjumand Rahim, Umair Rana, and Nadia Hussain. A short video from ACT Pakistan’s official Instagram account captured emotional moments from the gathering.
Contrast Between Online Promises and Real Actions
After the tragic discovery that Humaira Asghar had died nine months prior to being found, many celebrities took to social media urging more real-life connections within the showbiz fraternity. Several even offered support publicly, saying they were available for anyone in need.
Yet, critics on social media were quick to point out the disconnect between those statements and actual behavior.
Public Disappointment and Criticism
Notably, actors Sonya Hussyn and Yasir Hussain, who had volunteered to arrange Humaira’s burial after her parents refused to accept her body, were absent from the memorial event.
This led social media users to criticize celebrities for using tragic moments for likes and publicity, without backing up their words with real presence or action.
A Wake-Up Call for the Entertainment Industry
This incident has highlighted a growing gap between digital expressions and real-world compassion within the entertainment industry. As Faisal Quraishi and others have emphasized, genuine
human connection must go beyond the screen.
