Pakistani actress Alizeh Shah has revealed that she is suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) due to her painful experiences in the entertainment industry. The Ehd-e-Wafa star shared her struggles in a heartfelt Instagram post, saying the treatment she faced on set and long 12-hour shoots left her “broken from within.”
Alizeh explained that people often misunderstood her words and assumed she spoke out for more projects, but in reality, she has been battling mental illness. “I am living with PTSD,” she wrote, adding that the toxic work culture pushed her to the point of self-hatred.
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She described the showbiz world as “humiliating,” recalling moments when she felt treated as if she were “nothing” during exhausting shoots. Alizeh clarified that she does not want sympathy or roles out of pity. Instead, she wished she had never entered the industry and only wants peace as the memories continue to harm her health.
This is not the first time Alizeh has faced controversy in her career. In 2021, she alleged that fellow actress Minsa Malik slapped her during a drama shoot, which led to a heated altercation. Alizeh later claimed that Malik tried to damage her reputation and even issued death threats, prompting her to file a defamation case.
PTSD, the condition Alizeh says she is living with, is a serious mental health disorder that can develop after traumatic events. It often causes flashbacks, severe anxiety, depression, and emotional distress.
By sharing her experience, Alizeh Shah has opened an important discussion about mental health and workplace stress in Pakistan’s entertainment industry, where such topics are rarely addressed. Fans and followers have shown support, praising her courage for speaking up about her struggles.
