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Pakistani actress Humaira Asghar, who was found dead, laid to rest; no foul play suspected
If any foul play is involved, an FIR would be filed and legal proceedings would be carried out accordingly, police added read more Pakistani model and actress Humaira Asghar, who was found dead early this week, was finally laid to rest here even as the police said on Saturday that prima facie no foul play was suspected in her death. Only a few people attended her funeral in Model Town locality of Lahore on Friday evening. Earlier her family had refused to receive her body, disowning her for entering the showbiz. The 32-year-old actress-model, who lived alone in Karachi, had acted in several television serials and two films. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Humaira, whose body was discovered in decomposed state earlier this week in an apartment in Karachi's upmarket Defence Housing Society, had died eight to 10 months ago, the initial post-mortem findings said. The autopsy report was released to the police but the coroner could not determine the actor's exact cause of death because of the level of decomposition. 'We are awaiting the chemical examination and histopathological reports. However, it appears that no foul play was involved in this case,' police said on Saturday. If any foul play is involved, an FIR would be filed and legal proceedings would be carried out accordingly, police added. Meanwhile, the actress' family's refusal to take her body for burial caused an uproar on social media with several people and government institutions coming forward to offer to arrange the burial. However, her brother Navid Asghar, who received the model's body after DNA matching, said the family had not refused to take the body. He admitted that the family had disowned her for joining showbiz against its wishes. 'The media's focus was entirely on our family. It never highlighted other possible causes of death,' he said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD He said that Humaira was an 'independent person' who would not visit the family for extended periods. 'She moved to Karachi and had been living there for the last seven years. She didn't contact us for a year, although our mother would reach out to her some of the time,' he said and added Humaira's mobile phone had been switched off for the last six months. Humaira was a graduate of National College of Arts. She performed in Ajoka and Rafi Peer Theatre in about 100 plays before moving to modeling. She also performed in some TV plays and two films.
India Today
a day ago
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- India Today
Pakistani actor Humaira Asghar Ali laid to rest in Lahore
The late Pakistani model and actor Humaira Asghar was laid to rest in Lahore on Friday. Her body was discovered in a decomposed state earlier this week in an apartment in Karachi. Her funeral was held in Model Town and witnessed only a small gathering. Humaira had been estranged from her family, who initially hesitated to claim her investigations indicated no suspicious circumstances surrounding Humaira's death. Her body was discovered after her landlord filed a complaint over unpaid rent, according to a report in Arab News. "Humaira's body is likely nine months old. She probably died between paying her last utility bills and when her electricity was disconnected in October 2024," investigators told the apartment showed signs of neglect, with "the jars had rusted, and food had expired six months ago," they added. Deputy Inspector General of Police Syed Asad Raza confirmed to the news portal, "As per Call Detail Record (CDR) the last call was made in October 2024." This corroborates the timeline of her death as suggested by the post-mortem examination. Neighbours were unaware of her demise due to the vacant apartment next door and an open balcony door."Humaira's brother, Naveed Asghar, travelled to Karachi to claim her body. He stated, "We have come here and, after fulfilling all the legal requirements, have received the dead body." The family had distanced themselves from Humaira over the shared, "That is why my father said that if there is any emergency, then you can bury her there [in Karachi]." Humaira had rarely visited the family in the past seven years, further complicating the emotional circumstances of her autopsy report was released to the police but the coroner could not determine the actor's exact cause of death because of the level of decomposition. 'We are awaiting the chemical examination and histopathological reports. However, it appears that no foul play was involved in this case,' police said on the months preceding her death, Humaira was absent from social media and phone communications, which delayed the realisation of her demise.(With inputs from PTI)- EndsTrending Reel
Hindustan Times
a day ago
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- Hindustan Times
Pakistani actress-model Humaira Asghar laid to rest in Lahore
Pakistani model and actress Humaira Asghar, who was found dead early this week, was finally laid to rest here even as the police said on Saturday that prima facie no foul play was suspected in her death. Humaira Asghar Ali was found dead in her apartment by a court-appointed bailiff and the police. Only a few people attended her funeral in Model Town locality of Lahore on Friday evening. Earlier her family had refused to receive her body, disowning her for entering the showbiz. The 32-year-old actress-model, who lived alone in Karachi, had acted in several television serials and two films. Humaira, whose body was discovered in decomposed state earlier this week in an apartment in Karachi's upmarket Defence Housing Society, had died eight to 10 months ago, the initial post-mortem findings said. The autopsy report was released to the police but the coroner could not determine the actor's exact cause of death because of the level of decomposition. 'We are awaiting the chemical examination and histopathological reports. However, it appears that no foul play was involved in this case,' police said on Saturday. If any foul play is involved, an FIR would be filed and legal proceedings would be carried out accordingly, police added. Meanwhile, the actress' family's refusal to take her body for burial caused an uproar on social media with several people and government institutions coming forward to offer to arrange the burial. However, her brother Navid Asghar, who received the model's body after DNA matching, said the family had not refused to take the body. He admitted that the family had disowned her for joining showbiz against its wishes. 'The media's focus was entirely on our family. It never highlighted other possible causes of death,' he said. He said that Humaira was an 'independent person' who would not visit the family for extended periods. 'She moved to Karachi and had been living there for the last seven years. She didn't contact us for a year, although our mother would reach out to her some of the time,' he said and added Humaira's mobile phone had been switched off for the last six months. Humaira was a graduate of National College of Arts. She performed in Ajoka and Rafi Peer Theatre in about 100 plays before moving to modeling. She also performed in some TV plays and two films.
NDTV
a day ago
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- NDTV
Pakistani Actress Humaira Asghar Ali Laid To Rest In Lahore Nine Months After Death
New Delhi: Pakistani model and actress Humaira Asghar, whose decomposed body was discovered earlier this week in her Karachi apartment, was laid to rest in Lahore on Friday evening. Her funeral took place in the Model Town locality and was attended by only a few people. According to police, initial findings do not suggest any foul play in her death. Earlier, her family had reportedly refused to accept her body, having distanced themselves from her after she entered the entertainment industry. Body Found In 'Advanced State Of Decomposition' The post-mortem paints a grim picture. Forensic experts confirmed that Humaira's body was in an "advanced stage of decomposition," with major organs reduced to an "unidentifiable mass and her facial features completely unrecognisable". "Parts of the body were entirely devoid of muscle tissue, and the bones began to disintegrate upon touch," the report stated. It added, "The brain matter was completely decomposed via autolysis, and internal organs turned into a black-coloured mass. The cartilage in joints was absent; however, it said no fractures were detected in bones." Investigators also noted the presence of insects in the remains. "Experts say that these details may help determine the environmental conditions in which she lay undisturbed," the report noted. Further details from the post-mortem mentioned: "According to the post-mortem findings, the head and spine remained intact, but there was no spinal cord as the body was highly decomposed. It further said brown-coloured insects were present, especially in the hair, but no maggots were found." Cause of Death Not Yet Revealed Due to the level of decomposition, the exact cause of death could not be established at this stage. However, Geo News reported that DNA profiling and toxicology tests are currently underway and may provide more clarity. Humaira Asghar's Body Found After Landlord's Complaint The discovery came after Humaira Asghar's landlord filed a complaint over unpaid rent, prompting police to enter the apartment, where they found her body in an "advanced stage of decomposition." The timeline of her death has been pieced together through various details. Karachi Police Surgeon Dr. Summaiya Syed, who conducted the post-mortem, confirmed the advanced decomposition, supporting the theory that she died several months ago. Last Call Was Made In October Deputy Inspector General of Police Syed Asad Raza told Arab News, "As per Call Detail Record (CDR) the last call was made in October 2024." Neighbours also reported last seeing her around September or October. Electricity Was Cut Off Officials added that the electricity was disconnected in October 2024 due to non-payment, and there were no backup power sources in the apartment. "Humaira's body is likely nine months old. She probably died between paying her last utility bills and when her electricity was disconnected in October 2024, probably due to non-payment of the bill," an official said, also noting that there were no candles in the home. Karachi Neighbours Didn't Notice Anything The only other apartment on Humaira Asghar's floor was unoccupied, so neighbours didn't notice any odour. When some residents returned in February, the smell had already faded. One of her balcony doors was found open, and the water pipes in the home were dry and rusted. What We Know So Far Another investigator pointed out that the food in Humaira's house had long expired. "The jars had rusted, and food had expired six months ago," they said. Initially, police said that her family had refused to claim the body. However, her brother Naveed Asghar later arrived in Karachi to take custody of her remains. A DNA test was conducted as the body was severely decomposed and not visually identifiable. "We have come here and after fulfilling all the legal requirements, have received the dead body," Naveed said. He revealed that Humaira had moved from Lahore to Karachi about seven years ago and had grown distant from the family. She had not visited them for nearly a year and a half. "That is why my father said that if there is any emergency, then you can bury her there [in Karachi]," he said, explaining the family's earlier reluctance. He also questioned the investigation process, asking, "Whatever matters took place with the landlord, did any of you interview him?" Who Was Humaira Asghar Ali? Hailing from Lahore, Humaira Asghar Ali embarked on her journey in the entertainment industry in 2015. She was seen playing supporting roles in a series of television shows such as Just Married, Ehsaan Faramosh, Guru, and Chal Dil Mere. As for films, she was seen in Jalaibee (2015) and later in Love Vaccine (2021). She gained further recognition in 2022 when she joined Tamasha Ghar, a reality show which aired on ARY Digital. She also received an award for Best Emerging Talent & Rising Star at the National Woman Leadership Awards in 2023.
Mint
a day ago
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- Mint
Pakistani actress-model Humaira Asghar laid to rest
Lahore, Jul 12 (PTI) Pakistani model and actress Humaira Asghar, who was found dead early this week, was finally laid to rest here even as the police said on Saturday that prima facie no foul play was suspected in her death. Only a few people attended her funeral in Model Town locality of Lahore on Friday evening. Earlier her family had refused to receive her body, disowning her for entering the showbiz. The 32-year-old actress-model, who lived alone in Karachi, had acted in several television serials and two films. Humaira, whose body was discovered in decomposed state earlier this week in an apartment in Karachi's upmarket Defence Housing Society, had died eight to 10 months ago, the initial post-mortem findings said. The autopsy report was released to the police but the coroner could not determine the actor's exact cause of death because of the level of decomposition. 'We are awaiting the chemical examination and histopathological reports. However, it appears that no foul play was involved in this case,' police said on Saturday. If any foul play is involved, an FIR would be filed and legal proceedings would be carried out accordingly, police added. Meanwhile, the actress' family's refusal to take her body for burial caused an uproar on social media with several people and government institutions coming forward to offer to arrange the burial. However, her brother Navid Asghar, who received the model's body after DNA matching, said the family had not refused to take the body. He admitted that the family had disowned her for joining showbiz against its wishes. 'The media's focus was entirely on our family. It never highlighted other possible causes of death,' he said. He said that Humaira was an 'independent person' who would not visit the family for extended periods. 'She moved to Karachi and had been living there for the last seven years. She didn't contact us for a year, although our mother would reach out to her some of the time,' he said and added Humaira's mobile phone had been switched off for the last six months. Humaira was a graduate of National College of Arts. She performed in Ajoka and Rafi Peer Theatre in about 100 plays before moving to modeling. She also performed in some TV plays and two films.
