Celebrated actress Saba Qamar has once again left audiences speechless with her gripping performance in Geo Entertainment’s drama Case No. 9, but behind the applause lies a story of pain, resilience, and emotional exhaustion.
Known for her ability to breathe life into challenging roles, Saba’s portrayal of Sehar, a rape survivor seeking justice, has earned critical acclaim and deep admiration from viewers and industry peers alike. Yet, the role came with a personal cost that few could imagine.
In response to veteran actress Atiqa Odho’s heartfelt praise for her performance, Saba took to Instagram to share the emotional burden of living through such intense scenes.
“Emotional scenes take a real toll on the mind and body,” she confessed. “Reliving that pain again and again changes something inside you. I’ve even had health issues because of it.”
Despite the exhaustion, Saba made it clear that her passion for storytelling keeps her grounded. “I’m learning to take better care of myself; to breathe, to remind myself that I’m strong. It’s not easy, but this is my craft, and it’s what gives me purpose.”
Her candid admission resonated deeply with fans, shedding light on the often unseen emotional strain actors face when embodying such heart-wrenching characters.
