From Sanam Chaudhry to Rabi Pirzada: 5 artists who quit the industry to follow religion

The entertainment industry surely looks dreamy; it comprises a lifestyle that many desire and cherish. However, there are a few artists who have chosen their spiritual awakening over the glitz and glamour, oftentimes at the peak of their careers.

Recently, Anum Fayyaz known for her acting in many popular dramas such as Beqadar and Yeh Chahatein Yeh Shiddatein, announced that she has quit showbiz to follow Islam. Over the years, there have been several celebrities who have taken this path. Here is a list of some of the artists who chose to leave glamour and fame because of religious reasons.

1. Sanam Chaudhry

In 2021, she removed most of her pictures from her social media and announced with a video that her family supports her decision to “turning to Allah”.The star said, “Those following the religious path have such pure hearts. Everyone is congratulating and welcoming me to the right path with beautiful words. And everyone is ready to teach me from the Quran. So much motivation already! May Allah guide us all!”

2. Rabi Pirzada

In a recent interview with Neo Digital, Mujhe Ishq Hai singer admitted that she used to be arrogant and haughty in terms of her character. Also, she had a habit of picking on other actors for their scandals. The singer said, “I used to let people down because I believed they were less than human. Later, I started to regret bragging about my moral superiority as it became my downfall. Allah punished me for my arrogance”.

3. Sana Khan