Pakistani Child TV Star Umer Shah Dies Of Cardiac Arrest At 15, Industry In Shock
Umer rose to fame as a social media sensation and TV personality, captivating audiences alongside his elder brother, viral TikTok star Ahmad Shah.
- Date & Time:
- |
- Views: 31
- |
- From: India News Bull
The entertainment world mourns as Umer's elder brother Ahmed Shah announced the devastating news on social media, asking for prayers from fans.
A wave of grief has swept through Pakistan's entertainment community following the sudden death of 15-year-old child star Umer Shah, as reported by Dawn. The beloved teenager, recognized for his captivating smile and endearing screen presence, passed away early Monday in his hometown of Dera Ismail Khan due to cardiac arrest. Medical reports indicate that Umer experienced vomiting which resulted in fluid entering his lungs, ultimately causing the fatal cardiovascular event. Reports also mentioned an earlier incident involving a venomous snake in the family home, though any connection to his death remains undetermined.
His brother Ahmed Shah shared the heartbreaking announcement via Instagram, writing: "This is to inform you that the little shining star of our family, Umer Shah, has returned to Allah Almighty. I request everyone to remember him and our family in your prayers."
Tragically, this marks the second loss for the family within a year, following the passing of their youngest sister Ayesha in November 2023.
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Peer Ahmad Shah (@cuteahmadshah01)
Umer gained popularity as both a social media personality and television star, winning audiences' hearts alongside his elder brother. The siblings became nationally recognized through their appearances on prominent shows including ARY Digital's 'Jeeto Pakistan' and 'Shan-e-Ramazan'. Often appearing in costume, the brothers captured viewers' affection with their innocent humor, including the widely-shared "peeche tou dekho" video that went viral.
The entertainment industry responded with profound sorrow to the news. 'Jeeto Pakistan' host Fahad Mustafa was among the first to share his reaction, expressing shock and describing himself as "speechless" regarding Umer's passing.
Actor Adnan Siddiqui described Umer as "a beam of light, joy and innocence," adding, "I am shattered... it feels impossible that he's no longer with us." Waseem Badami, who hosted Umer on 'Shan-e-Ramazan', confirmed the cause after consulting with medical professionals, while Aijaz Aslam remembered him as "a little angel" and "a bright, kind soul who brought smiles to everyone."
Additional condolences came from Mahira Khan, Hina Altaf, Momal Sheikh, Shaista Lodhi, former cricket star Sarfaraz Ahmed, and fellow child influencer Muhammad Shiraz, who poignantly stated the loss felt like "losing a part of myself."