Veteran Pakistani actor Mohsin Gillani recently opened up in a deeply emotional and candid interview, during which he shared heartfelt memories and painful truths about his late colleague, actress Ayesha Khan, and the legendary actor Firdous Jamal. The interview, which was part of a television talk show, turned emotional as Gillani reflected on personal moments and the often ignored struggles of aging artists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While discussing Ayesha Khan, Mohsin Gillani became visibly teary-eyed. He revealed that following her passing, there were numerous speculations on social media about her personal life, particularly her relationship with her children. “There were a lot of assumptions made, many of which were not only false but deeply hurtful. I chose to remain silent at the time,” he said, adding that even in Firdous Jamal’s case, the media crossed the line by discussing the family\u2019s private matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He shared a voice note from a mutual friend in which Ayesha Khan was heard saying that her children still sent her money. “Ayesha preferred to live alone,” he explained, \u201cHer children were busy with their lives, but she never wanted to be a burden. Despite the loneliness, she maintained her dignity.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speaking about Firdous Jamal, another icon of the Pakistani entertainment industry, Gillani questioned how such a talented man could find himself emotionally distant from his children. “Why have Firdous Jamal\u2019s children drifted away from him? These are personal matters, and it hurts me that such private details made their way into the media.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Referring to an interview given by Firdous Jamal\u2019s son, Gillani expressed disappointment: \u201cHis son publicly said that they bore the cost of their father’s hospital treatment and had the bills to prove it. But I ask\u2014do elderly parents need their children\u2019s money, or do they need their presence and time?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This heartfelt question served as a powerful message, highlighting the emotional neglect elderly parents often face, even when financial support is present. \u201cWhen parents grow old, they don\u2019t need money; they need love, care, and time. That\u2019s what matters,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gillani stressed the importance of responsibility towards aging parents, especially mothers like Ayesha Khan who raised their children through hardships. “I know how Ayesha Khan raised her children under extremely tough circumstances. Is it not her children\u2019s duty to care for her in return?”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a particularly moving segment, Gillani spoke about the bond between Ayesha Khan and actress Nazli Nasr. “In one of our dramas, I played Nazli\u2019s husband, and Ayesha played my mother. She used to call Nazli her daughter and loved her dearly. Nazli also cared deeply for her. Ayesha once said, \u2018If one day I am alone, I will go live with Nazli.\u2019 That\u2019s how close they were.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Aside from the emotional memories, Mohsin Gillani also took a strong stance on certain narratives within the entertainment industry. He criticized some younger actresses who claim that the showbiz industry is not a safe space for women. He pointed out that many of these actresses have only been in the industry for three to four years and are still quite young.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“How can someone who has barely entered the industry make such sweeping statements?\u201d he asked. \u201cIf they feel this space is not safe, then why are they still here? They should leave the industry instead of staying and complaining.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
His comments reflected the frustration of senior artists who have witnessed decades of change in the industry and believe that it still holds opportunities and respect for those who work with sincerity and professionalism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The interview, while emotionally heavy, served as a reminder of the often-ignored emotional lives of artists behind the camera. Mohsin Gillani, who has spent a lifetime in the industry, painted a deeply human portrait of Ayesha Khan and Firdous Jamal\u2014one that went beyond their celebrity personas and into the painful realities of loneliness, aging, and public scrutiny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ayesha Khan was known for her grace and strength, both on-screen and off. Her life, as revealed by Gillani, was marked by quiet resilience. Firdous Jamal, a master of dramatic performance, is now facing public intrusion into his private family matters. Gillani’s plea was simple yet powerful: leave such matters out of public discourse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This interview stirred conversation online, with many viewers expressing sorrow over how the contributions of legendary artists are often forgotten in their later years. Mohsin Gillani\u2019s emotional breakdown served as a wake-up call\u2014not just for the entertainment industry, but for society as a whole\u2014to treat its elders with respect, care, and dignity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In the end, his message resonated universally: parents don\u2019t just want money in their old age\u2014they crave love, company, and acknowledgement. For artists who spent their lives entertaining millions, the least they deserve is compassion and peace in their twilight years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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