Shagufta Ejaz is a seasoned Pakistani actress who went through a tough time in her life when her husband, Yahya Siddiqui, passed away in September 2024 after a long battle with cancer. She is widely loved for her performances in hit Pakistani dramas. Her notable works include Aanch, Kashkol, Jangloos, Khala Kulsoom Ka Kunba, Uper Gori Ka Makan, Zindagi Dhoop Tum Ghana Sayaa, Zindan, Mere Damad, Baiti, and others. Fans also liked her presence in the popular Pakistani sitcom Bulbulay. The actress had been away from social media for the past five months following her husband’s passing.
Recently, Shagufta Ejaz opened up about her mental health condition and grief after husband’s death. She shared a vlog on her official YouTube channel.
Talking about her mental health after her husband’s death, Shagufta Ejaz said, “You all know about my husband’s sickness and passing. You have seen all the phases of my life during these days before Yahya’s death. Finally, we gave him a farewell five months ago. It was quite difficult for me to process this; I was taking my time. I was not okay. I could see mental health issues. I was disappointed and sad. I thought that life had become difficult after him. It’s not that I have no work or no opportunities, but still, he was a supportive figure in my life. He used to encourage me and support me”.
She further added, “People say that there is always a woman behind a successful man, but it’s the other way around too, as my husband stood by me through thick and thin. He was part of our grief and joy. I practiced iddat in isolation. I spent time with Nabiha and Eman, and my bond with my little ones grew stronger. I was also going through your comments. I was helpless. I also took medical help for depression. I visited a psychiatrist too.” Here is the link to the video:”
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