The Pakistani entertainment industry mourns the loss of actress and model Humaira Asghar Ali. Her decomposed body was found in her Karachi apartment on July 8, 2025. The initial post-mortem report, released on July 11, suggests she died eight to ten months ago.
Police Surgeon Dr. Summaiya Syed led the post-mortem at Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre. The report revealed severe decomposition, making the body unrecognisable. Key observations include advanced deterioration of facial muscles, skeletal remains of fingers and nails, and missing muscle tissue. Bones crumbled in some areas, and brain matter fully autolysed. Internal organs became a black, amorphous mass. Joint cartilage was absent, but no fractures appeared. Brown insects were found in her hair, with no maggots present. The head and spine stayed intact, though the spinal cord was absent.
The decomposition prevents a clear cause of death. DNA profiling, toxicology, and chemical tests of hair, blood, and clothing are underway. Results may clarify the circumstances.
Authorities found Humaira’s body in her Defence Phase VI apartment, Ittehad Commercial area. A court-ordered eviction prompted the discovery. The landlord reported unpaid rent since early 2024. On July 8, at 3:15 PM, police and a bailiff broke into the locked flat after no response. A foul smell had alerted neighbours. The apartment, locked from inside, showed no signs of forced entry. Police ruled out foul play initially, but investigations continue.
Actress Humaira Asghar’s decomposed body found in Defence flat.
Postmortem reveals death occurred 8-10 months ago; body unrecognizable, no broken bones.
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— SAMAA TV (@SAMAATV) July 11, 2025Digital evidence suggests she died around October 2024. Her last phone activity and social media post, dated September 30, 2024, align with this timeline. Expired food and disconnected utilities further support this estimate.
Humaira Asghar’s Life and Career
Born in Lahore, Humaira was 32. She trained at the National College of Arts and Punjab University’s College of Art & Design. She began modelling in 2013 and moved to television, appearing in dramas like Ehsaan Faramosh and Sirat-e-Mustaqeem. Her role in the 2015 film Jalaibee and participation in Tamasha Ghar (2022) gained her fame. With over 713,000 Instagram followers, she shared her glamorous life as an actress, painter, and fitness enthusiast. In 2023, she won the National Woman Leadership Award for Best Emerging Talent.
She has lived alone since 2018, becoming increasingly reclusive. Neighbours noted minimal interaction. Her isolation raises concerns about mental health in the industry.
Humaira’s family, estranged for years, initially hesitated to claim her body. Her father, Dr. Asghar Ali, cited a two-year rift. Her brother, Naveed Asghar, eventually retrieved the remains on July 10. They transported her to Lahore for burial. Naveed questioned the landlord’s role, seeking clarity on the case.
Karachi police, led by DIG Syed Asad Raza, continue probing. Forensic teams collected evidence from the scene. The adjacent apartment’s vacancy and an open balcony delayed odour detection. Authorities await toxicology reports to determine if natural causes, like food poisoning, played a role.
Her death follows actress Ayesha Khan in June 2025, sparking calls for better support for isolated individuals. Celebrities expressed grief online, urging check-ins on those living alone.
