Firdous Jamal opens up about leaving his family after cancer recovery

Veteran Pakistani actor Firdous Jamal, known for his roles in iconic television dramas like Waris, Manchalay Ka Sauda, Sayebaan Seeshey Ka, Anaa, and Pyare Afzal, recently shared his life’s latest chapter in an interview with YouTuber Ambreen Fatima.

After recovering from a cancer diagnosis he received in December 2022, Jamal disclosed that he has since chosen to live in isolation, away from his family.

“I have left my family after I recovered from the cancer because I didn’t want my family to suffer because of me,” Jamal stated.

“Sometimes, you become the reason for others’ pain, and I didn’t want that. Also, my kids are now settled. I know that they are doing good on their own.”

Reflecting on his family’s response to his decision, Jamal shared that he believes they[his family] have found peace without him.

“I think my family is quite peaceful without me. I have always been quite fond of isolation, and now I don’t want to create hurdles for others just because of myself,” he explained.

Jamal also addressed the longstanding ban from Hum TV following some of his controversial remarks about the acting industry.

The actor emphasized his faith in divine sustenance, saying, “Hum TV or any other person is not the provider and sustainer of mankind. Allah gives Rizq to humans, and I have gotten a lot of work, success, and respect.”

He expressed firm commitment to his past opinions on actors and acting, noting, “I stand by my opinions regarding actors because I said what I felt. I didn’t hide my feelings; my kids or others may have their own opinions. I can only talk on my behalf, and I don’t have a habit of hiding my feelings or thoughts.”