The family of actor Humaira Asghar Ali, who was found dead in her apartment in Karachi’s Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Phase VI on Tuesday, will arrive from Lahore today to claim her body.

According to police officials, Humaira’s body was discovered in her flat in Ittehad Commercial, after a local court ordered the police to vacate the apartment due to unpaid rent. DIG South Syed Asad Raza confirmed that police knocked on the door at around 3:15 pm but received no response. They then broke the lock and found her body inside, already in an advanced stage of decomposition.

The Crime Scene Unit collected evidence from the flat, and her body was shifted to Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre for legal formalities.

Dr Summaiya Syed, police surgeon, confirmed that the body was badly decomposed and the exact cause of death could not be determined immediately. She estimated that Humaira had died at least two weeks before she was found.

SSP South Mehzor Ali said Humaira had been living alone in the flat for about seven years. She rented it in 2018 but had not paid rent since October 2024. The Clifton Cantonment Board filed a case on behalf of the landlord, leading to the court-ordered eviction. When the bailiff arrived and found the door locked, it was broken open, and Humaira’s body was found lying on the floor in a room.

Police efforts to locate her family revealed that Humaira’s father had severed ties with her nearly two years ago. He initially refused to come to Karachi to claim her body. Police tracked her phone number through the landlord and managed to reach her father and brother, but later lost contact with them. They are now expected to arrive in Karachi today.

Humaira Asghar Ali was known for her role in the ARY reality show Tamasha Ghar and her performance in the 2015 film Jalaibee.

She had reportedly been living alone for years. Two mobile phones recovered from her apartment are being analyzed as part of the investigation. Police say they will register a case if any evidence of foul play is found, regardless of whether the family pursues the matter. The autopsy and toxicology reports are awaited as investigations continue into how she died.

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Durefishan Saleem is a rising star who has won hearts in a short span of time. Her success stems from her excellent script choices and her commitment to bringing diversity to each role. She styles her characters thoughtfully, aligning their looks with the storylines she portrays. With back-to-back hits like “Jaisay Aapki Marzi”, “Khaie”, and “Ishq Murshid”, she has cemented her place in the industry. Soon, she will appear in “Sanwal Yaar Piya” alongside Ahmed Ali Akbar and Feroze Khan.

Like many actresses, Durefishan Saleem has faced repeated criticism over her weight fluctuations. Fellow actors like Ali Gul Mallah and Shamoon Abbasi have previously referred to her as “healthy.” Recently, she shed some weight, and fans showered her with love when she shared new pictures. Now, Ali Tahir has spoken out about her diet habits, revealing why she struggled to lose weight earlier.

Ali Tahir, who worked with Durefishan Saleem in “Jaisay Aapki Marzi”, recently appeared as a guest on Samaa TV. He shared a lighthearted moment from their time on set, revealing that Durefishan would receive her specially prepared diet food, but would still end up ordering all kinds of desserts and sweets. According to him, she has a serious sweet tooth and would often eat both her diet meals and regular food.

Pakistani actress and host Nadia Khan has directly warned fellow artists and anchors that she will pursue legal action if anyone makes personal remarks about her again.

Nadia, who started as an actress and gained fame through her morning shows, has frequently faced public and industry criticism. Her recent show Kya Drama Hai, where she and other celebrities comment on trending Pakistani dramas, drew backlash from stars like Faisal Qureshi, Sarwat Gilani, Behroze Sabzwari, and Yasir Hussain. Veteran actress Saba Faisal also condemned Nadia and her co-hosts in a video message.

In response, Nadia posted a video on YouTube, declaring, “If anyone tries to attack me personally now, they will have to face the court.” She added, “If morals are sold for money and fame, then the law will take its course.”

She announced plans to file cases under criminal and civil defamation laws, along with the PECA Act, warning that those who target her could face prolonged legal battles. “This is my final warning,” Nadia said. “If there is another personal comment, it will have serious consequences.”

Her remarks sparked mixed reactions online—some praised her for drawing a line against personal attacks, while others pointed out that she herself has frequently criticized others and now appears unwilling to accept similar scrutiny.

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