Pakistani film and TV icon Sangeeta, known for her work in hundreds of films and as the director of over 80 projects, recently shared painful details of her life on Zabardast with Wasi Shah. The respected star revealed that her impulsive marriage, driven by anger after her mother publicly humiliated her on set, remains one of her biggest regrets. She recounted how co-star Humayun Qureshi saved her from a suicide attempt in the Swat River, and in a moment of defiance, she married him the next day—against her family’s wishes. The marriage lasted only three years.
Sangeeta, who raised her three daughters alone, also confessed to another deep regret: marrying off her eldest daughter at just 16. Fearful of societal stigma as an actress’s daughter, she made a decision that led to her child’s suffering. With visible remorse, she urged parents to learn from her mistakes and avoid repeating them. Her openness about these painful choices highlights the lasting impact of societal pressure on personal decisions.
The actress also detailed her near-fatal battle with Hepatitis-C in 2000, recalling how doctors gave her little hope of survival. After undergoing 90 injections and surgeries in Pakistan and India, she miraculously recovered. Today, she encourages others facing illness to fight bravely and never lose hope. Her story is one of survival, but also of enduring guilt and lessons learned the hard way.
In another tragic revelation, Sangeeta shared the loss of her only brother to cancer. Her niece was none other than late Indian actress Jiah Khan, whose murder left her brother heartbroken. Through her struggles, Sangeeta’s life reflects resilience amid immense personal pain, making her revelations both heartbreaking and inspiring.