Acclaimed Pakistani actor, director, and producer Yasir Nawaz has shared the tragic news of the passing of his brother, Waqar Nawaz. The announcement was made through Yasir’s official Instagram account on Monday morning, where he expressed deep sorrow over the loss on behalf of himself and his brothers, Danish Nawaz and Faraz Nawaz.
According to Yasir Nawaz, Waqar was not just a family member but a deeply affectionate and supportive presence in their lives. He was described as kind-hearted, caring, and someone who maintained close ties with his siblings and extended family. While details surrounding the cause of death were not disclosed publicly, the news has been met with widespread condolences from fans, colleagues, and well-wishers across the entertainment fraternity.
The funeral (Janazah) prayer was scheduled to take place on Tuesday, June 24, after Zuhr prayers at 1:30 PM, at Rehmania Masjid, Tariq Road, in Karachi. Yasir requested fans and followers to remember his late brother in their prayers, saying, “Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un. May Allah (SWT) forgive his shortcomings, elevate his ranks in the hereafter, and grant him a place in Jannat-ul-Firdous.”
The Nawaz family has long been a cornerstone in Pakistan’s entertainment industry. Their father, Fareed Nawaz Baloch, was a legendary television actor, and the legacy was carried forward by Yasir Nawaz and his brothers Danish Nawaz—who is also a director and comedian—and Faraz Nawaz, who remains involved in creative projects. The family is known not only for their individual accomplishments but also for their collaborative efforts in television and film.
Yasir Nawaz is widely recognized for his roles in hit dramas and his work as a director in successful serials and films. He and his wife, TV host and actress Nida Yasir, often share family moments on social media, portraying a tightly-knit, values-driven family environment. The sudden demise of Waqar Nawaz has, therefore, come as a profound shock to both the family and their fans.
Condolences continue to pour in from across the entertainment industry, with actors, directors, and media personalities offering prayers and expressing solidarity with the Nawaz family during this difficult time.
