Actress Mahira Khan has shared an image of Gul Plaza tragedy on her Instagram story, says that watching videos of this incident is infuriating
KARACHI: (UrduPoint/Pakistan Point News-Jan 20th, 2026) The tragic fire at Gul Plaza in Karachi, which has resulted in significant loss of life and property, has sparked widespread grief, including from the showbiz community.
So far, 26 people have been confirmed dead in the incident, with several others still missing. In the wake of the tragedy, celebrities have used their social media platforms to express their sorrow and anger over the devastating event.
Actress Mahira Khan shared an image of the Gul Plaza tragedy on her Instagram story, stating, “Watching the videos of this incident is infuriating. I feel helpless and frustrated. Is this just an accident, or is it apathy?”
She also prayed for the recovery of the injured and expressed condolences for the families of the deceased, asking for patience in this difficult time.
Model and actress Nadia Hussain criticized the government, calling the tragedy "unbelievably horrific" and said that it has left the people of Karachi in despair, grief, and shock. She questioned the delay in extinguishing the fire, saying, "Why was the fire not put out in time? So many lives were lost, and millions of rupees worth of property were destroyed. Where were the fire trucks? Why did the fire continue to burn for over 24 hours?"
Actress Sahar Khan also expressed her sorrow on Instagram, urging the Sindh government and Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab to take immediate action and compensate the victims for their losses. She also paid tribute to the Rescue 1122 personnel who lost their lives while performing their duties.
Actress Manal Khan and actress Hania Amir both shared emotional posts, with Hania Amir questioning the lack of safety measures and negligence in handling the situation. She said, "What happened at Gul Plaza is truly heartbreaking. The loss of precious lives should never have happened."
The tragic incident has not only left the people of Karachi devastated but has also ignited questions about safety regulations and the response of local authorities, with many calling for accountability and urgent reforms to prevent such disasters in the future.
