The Pakistani entertainment industry is mourning the tragic loss of actress and model Humaira Asghar Ali, whose decomposed body was discovered in her rented apartment in Karachi’s upscale Defence Housing Authority (DHA) Phase VI on July 8, 2025.

The 32-year-old, known for her roles in the 2015 film Jalaibee and ARY’s reality show Tamasha Ghar, is believed to have passed away nearly a month prior, with authorities estimating her death occurred around mid-June 2025. The discovery has been compounded by the distressing revelation that her family has refused to claim her remains, leaving her body in cold storage at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre (JPMC).

The Discovery of Humaira Asghar’s Body.

According to Gizri police, the discovery was prompted by a court-ordered eviction due to unpaid rent since early 2024. The landlord, accompanied by police, arrived at the Ittehad Commercial area flat around 3:15 PM after neighbors reported a foul smell and lack of activity for weeks. Upon receiving no response, officers broke into the locked apartment and found Humaira’s body in an advanced state of decomposition.

It has been confirmed by the South DIG Syed Asad Raza and Police Surgeon Dr. Summaiya Syed that initial investigations show there are no signs of forced entry or foul play, suggesting a possible natural death, though the exact cause awaits forensic and chemical analysis results.

Who was Humaira Asghar Ali?

Humaira, born in Lahore on October 10, 1992, was a versatile artist with degrees from the National College of Arts and an M.Phil from Punjab University. She began her career in 2013, excelling in modeling, theater with over 110 stage productions, and television dramas like Sirat-e-Mustaqeem, Benaam, and Chal Dil Mere. With over 713,000 Instagram followers, she was also a painter, sculptor, and fitness enthusiast, though her last post on September 30, 2024, marked her withdrawal from social media.

Family’s Response

In a heartbreaking turn of events, Humaira’s family, contacted via her mobile records, has refused to claim her body. Despite efforts, no response has come through in regard to the deceased’s final rites, and her body is currently held at the Chhipa morgue.

Gizri SHO Farooq Sanjrani stated that her father, a retired army doctor, and brother have disowned her, citing severed ties years ago, and have not responded to further police requests to complete legal formalities as well.

The Aftermath

The showbiz industry reels in the aftermath of the tragedy, with many expressing profound grief over the death and urging the authorities to uncover the truth of the matter.

As the investigation continues, Humaira’s apartment remains sealed, and police are appealing for anyone with information about her family or recent activities to come forward. The actress’s untimely death and the family’s refusal to claim her body have cast a somber light on the challenges faced by individuals in the public eye, leaving a void in Pakistan’s entertainment landscape.