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Sanam Saeed, Mawra Hocane and others mourn death of former military ruler Musharraf

Numerous celebrities took to their social media handles to send their condolences to the deceased's family

Entertainment Desk February 06, 2023

Former military leader General (retd) Pervez Musharraf, who had been living in Dubai since 2016, breathed his last on Sunday at the age of 79. Several celebrities have taken to their social media accounts to mourn the former president and army chief's demise and offered their condolences to his family.

Taking to Twitter, actor Sanam Saeed shared a photograph of the deceased alongside a heartfelt caption to relay her sentiments. "You will always be spoken of highly and remembered for the golden years of Pakistan," penned the Cake star.

Inna lilahi wa innalaihi rajioon. You will always be spoken of highly and remembered for the golden years of #Pakistan #Musharraf pic.twitter.com/Qc9awQY63U
— Sanam Saeed (@sanammodysaeed) February 5, 2023

Model-cum-actor Mawra Hocane also recalled the time she met Musharraf by sharing a photo on the micro-blogging site. "I first met you when I was eight. You were always kind. May you rest in eternal peace sir, praying for you," she wrote.

I first met you when I was 8.. always kind… may you rest in eternal peace sir 💔🤲🏻
Inna lillah wa inna eleyhe rajioon.. praying for you..#PervaizMusharaf pic.twitter.com/WgZClOw7CE
— MAWRA HUSSAIN (@MawraHocane) February 5, 2023

As word of Musharraf's death spread online, more public figures expressed their grief online. "I am deeply saddened to know about the demise of former president Pervez Musharraf, one of the greatest leaders; he was brave, far-sighted and liberal! All the people in my industry had great opportunities during his tenure. He was all for arts and culture! May his soul rest in peace," said filmmaker Nabeel Qureshi.

Deeply saddened to know about the demise of Ex President #PervezMusharraf, one of the greatest leader, he was brave, far sighted & liberal ! All the people of my industry had great opportunities in his tenure. He was all for arts and culture ! May his soul rest in peace.
— Nabeel Qureshi (@nabeelqureshi) February 5, 2023

Veteran Adnan Siddiqui also posted a photo of the retired General with many praises. "A valiant soldier, gallant officer, a great leader and a true patriot. General Pervez Musharraf had as many detractors as admirers. The departed deserves respect on his final journey. May Allah grant him a higher place in Jannah. Ameen," said the Mom actor.

Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un! A valiant soldier, gallant officer, great leader and a true patriot. General #PervezMusharraf had as many detractors as admirers. The departed deserves respect on his final journey. May Allah grant him higher place in Jannah. Aameen🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/akvipXEQHo
— Adnan Siddiqui (@adnanactor) February 5, 2023

"Deeply saddened to learn about Pervez Musharraf's passing. My deepest condolences to his family. May Allah bless his soul," penned down Humayun Saeed.

Deeply saddened to learn about former President Pervez Musharraf sahab's passing. My deepest condolences to his family. May Allah bless his soul

إِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُون
— Humayun Saeed (@iamhumayunsaeed) February 5, 2023

Musicians Farhan Saeed and Momina Mustehsan also sent their prayers to the deceased individual. "Rest in peace, Pervez Musharraf. May Allah be very generous with you and bless your soul. Amen," wrote Saeed, while the Afreen Afreen crooner stated, "We belong to Allah and to Him we shall return."

Rest in peace #PervaizMusharaf , may Allah be very generous with you and bless your soul.
Amen
— Farhan Saeed (@farhan_saeed) February 5, 2023

إِنَّا لِلّهِ وَإِنَّـا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعونَ@P_Musharraf #ParvezMusharraf
— Momina Mustehsan (@MominaMustehsan) February 5, 2023

Cricketers Babar Azam and Shoaib Malik were also among the sympathisers. "Sharing my deepest condolences with the family of our former President Pervez Musharraf. May his soul rest in peace," shared the batsman on Twitter, while Malik mourned Musharraf's loss. He said, "Just came to know about General Pervez Musharraf passing away. I send my condolences to his family and many prayers for Pervez Musharraf's soul. Pakistan has lost one of the finest leaders ever."

Sharing my deepest condolences with the family of our former President #PervaizMusharraf. May his soul rest in peace.

Inna Lillah e wa inna ilaehe raji'eoun. pic.twitter.com/mgoMRezIZe
— Babar Azam (@babarazam258) February 5, 2023

إِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُون

Just came to know about Gen Pervez Musharraf passing away, condolences to his family & many prayers for Pervez Musharraf sahab's soul. Pakistan has lost one of the finest leaders ever...#PervezMusharraf #Pakistan pic.twitter.com/c1OAvdwb7s
— Shoaib Malik 🇵🇰 (@realshoaibmalik) February 5, 2023

Numerous celebrities also posted Instagram Stories about the demise of the former army chief. Shahroz Subzwari, Junaid Khan, Rabia Butt, Atiqa Odho, Natasha Baig, Ahmed Ali Butt, Sami Khan, Hira Mani, Sana Javed, Yasir Hussain, Mohsin Abbas Haider, Saboor Aly, and many others were included in among the consolers.