The tragic murder of 17-year-old TikTok influencer Sana Yousaf in Islamabad has ignited widespread outrage and calls for justice, particularly among Pakistan’s entertainment community. Sana was fatally shot on June 2, 2025, allegedly by her fan, Umar Hayat, after she repeatedly rejected his advances. The incident, which occurred on her birthday, is being investigated as a suspected honor killing.
Celebrities have taken to social media to express their grief and demand accountability. Mahira Khan shared a poignant message, reflecting on Sana’s life and the societal failures that led to her death. Sajal Aly questioned the lack of empathy in society, while Mawra Hocane criticized the normalization of toxic relationships in media. Durefishan Saleem highlighted the dangers of a patriarchal society that teaches men to control rather than respect. Adnan Siddiqui emphasized the need to raise emotionally intelligent sons who understand boundaries. Osman Khalid Butt called for swift prosecution of the accused, and Saba Qamar mourned the loss of a young life full of potential. Sehar Khan expressed fear for the safety of women, and Ayesha Omar condemned the act as a senseless murder. Zara Tareen lamented the fleeting attention given to such cases, and Zhalay Sarhadi mourned the loss of a bright future. Naimal Khawar questioned how many more daughters must be lost before change occurs, and Mohib Mirza reflected on the societal implications of such violence. Yasir Jaswal urged for better upbringing of sons, and Bilal Ashraf prayed for justice.
The hashtag #JusticeForSanaYousaf has trended nationwide, reflecting a collective demand for systemic change and accountability. This tragedy underscores the urgent need for societal transformation to protect women’s rights and safety in Pakistan.
Mahira Khan
“A 17-year-old, beautiful girl… just blew out candles, made wishes, maybe danced a little. And then… gone. Shot dead. Over a bloody ‘no’. But is it really just one moment? This didn’t happen in a vacuum — it happened in a society that quietly allows it. We fail our girls again and again.”
Sajal Aly
“What kind of world are we living in? The lack of empathy is terrifying. I hope we learn to feel for others. To respect boundaries. To value life.”
Mawra Hocane
“Another story forgotten as soon as a new one comes along. We’ve failed. I hear victim blaming — the girl is always blamed. It’s all of us. We’ve created a mindset where men can’t take ‘no’ for an answer. Pakistani content still romanticizes toxicity. This is the impact — a girl killed for rejecting a boy.”
Durefishan Saleem
“Too many men unravel when a woman says no. Their ‘love’ turns into anger. This heartbreaking reality shows how dangerously broken our patriarchal society is. Women are not objects to be silenced or discarded. Feminism is about dignity, equality, and safety.”
Adnan Siddiqui
“As a father, I can’t help but think of my daughters. This brutal killing — it’s more than just a tragedy. A girl said ‘no’. A boy couldn’t accept it. We must teach our sons emotional intelligence. That ‘no’ is a full sentence.”
Osman Khalid Butt
“Prosecute Umar Hayat without delay. No loopholes. No leniency. All eyes on the law. All eyes on the courts.”
Saba Qamar
“She was just 17 — full of life and dreams. This isn’t just a murder; it’s a wound to our humanity. We owe her justice. And every girl deserves a world where she can live without fear.”
Sehar Khan
“She said NO. And he killed her. That’s it. That’s the reality. Girls aren’t safe anywhere — not outside, not online, not even at home. This isn’t just about one girl — it’s about every girl.”
Asim Azhar
“A little girl lost her life for not saying yes. So angry and frustrated. Parents, please raise your boys to be better men. May Sana’s soul rest in peace.”
Ayesha Omar
“Shattering. She was just a teenager protecting herself from a stalker. Her ‘no’ led to cold-blooded murder. I pray for her soul and strength for her loved ones.”
Zara Tareen
“I’ll become a hashtag again. I’ll trend for two weeks. Then silence. Another woman pays the price for someone else’s crime.”
Zhalay Sarhadi
“A light extinguished because she wasn’t what someone wanted her to be. A senseless loss of a young life. I hope justice is swift and clear.”
Naimal Khawar
“How many more daughters must we lose before women are safe here? Just existing shouldn’t be a risk. Sana didn’t deserve this. No woman does.”
Mohib Mirza
“When a woman’s voice is silenced by violence, it’s not just her life — it’s society’s mirror that shatters. May this pain wake us up.”
Yasir Jaswal
“Raise your sons better. Sana’s parents deserve justice, and at the very least, they must be given that.”
Bilal Ashraf
“Heartbreaking. May Allah bless her soul. Justice must be done. We owe her and every girl that.”
