Humaima Malick Shares Struggle with Severe Depression and Healing Journey

During a discussion on the show “Hasna Mana Hai” with host Tabish Hashmi, actress Humaima Malick shared her personal battle with depression and how she overcame it. When Tabish playfully inquired about her crying habits, Humaima responded, “I used to cry a lot, but not anymore.

When asked about this topic, Humaima, who had been cheerful, became serious and said, “Let me be honest with you. I began working at the age of 14. I am now 33, almost 34, right?” With a touch of humour, she continued, “I was born in 1987… so let’s stick with 34, no need to go any further.”

She continued, “I believe that with my busy work schedule and life journey, I never really had the chance to truly understand myself. I’ve been through difficult relationships, faced numerous ups and downs, experienced fame at a young age, and had to navigate through it all. We’re only human, and while we may be God’s favorites, there are many things that are beyond our control.”

Humaima candidly shared, “I was going through a very tough phase of severe depression. I was constantly working, not realizing the toll it was taking on me. I found myself becoming incredibly emotional, often crying over the smallest things. But after undergoing treatment, things have greatly improved. I’m still a cheerful and playful person, but now it takes a lot more to make me cry. I do have my emotions, but I don’t break down at every little thing around me.”

Difficulties in Professional Life

In response to inquiries about how she overcame her difficulties, Humaima acknowledged, “Yes, professional help played a significant role. There will come a time when I’ll discuss this in more detail. But during the filming of ‘Jindo,’ something pivotal happened. I must credit my director, Anjum Shahzad, who advised me to build a mud house every night and demolish it every morning when I woke up. His words resonated with me and left a lasting impact.”

Furthermore, Humaima shared her insights, saying, “While I was filming in the desert, it was just me, and there was no one else around for miles. It led me to reflect upon myself. ‘Jindo’ spanned six months, and during that time, I realized why I can easily portray characters like Zainab in ‘Bol.’ I’ve always been quite empathetic, but ironically, I hadn’t been empathetic toward myself. I was so focused on empathizing with others that I failed to recognize the divinity within me, residing where our true essence lies.”

The actor went on to express the significance of her director and doctors in her journey to recovery. She stated, “Anjum bhai then took me to see Dr. Javed Iqbal, a renowned doctor, and I also sought guidance from my spiritual mentor, Dr. Mohammad Javed. These individuals played a crucial role in my healing process. They provided me with immense solace and stability. My emotional state was in disarray, but with the support of Dr. Javed Iqbal and Dr. Mohammad Javed, my spiritual guide and doctor, I believe they transformed me into a better person. Today, I breathe with a sense of tranquility, and sorrow no longer consumes me.”