Haniya Aslam Of Pakistani Music Duo Zeb & Haniya Dies Due To Cardiac Arrest

Pakistani musician Haniya Aslam, one harld of Zeb-Haniya, reportedly died on Sunday, August 11. According to multiple media reports, she died of cardiac arrest. Her cousin Zebunnisa Bangash, another half of Zeb-Haniya, confirmed the news via her social media handle.

Zebunnisa Bangash mourns cousin Haniya Aslam's death

Taking to her Instagram, Zeb shared a series of photos of Haniya and simply wrote, "Hanini," in the caption. Soon after she shared the post, her industry friends and fans flooded the comment section, condoling the death of the musician. Pakistani cricketer Syeda Nain Fatima Abidi wrote, "Aas wohi dil mai leye, iss aarzoo mai hum jiyen, tera haath thaam k, lo ham bhi chal diye… Rest in peace." Dino wrote, "Inna lillahe wa inna ilaehe raje’oon - she was always so sweet and a brilliant talent - im so sorry for your loss and pray that Allah Pak gives you and the family sabr during this difficult time - Allah Pak Janat ul firdous main jaga dain Ameen". Sophiya Anjam, "My dearest Zeb, I am so, so sorry. Haniya was a brilliant artist, a warm soul & loved/respected by many. She has left memories for us all to cherish. I cannot even imagine the pain of her loved ones in this terribly difficult time, can only make dua that may Allah make it easy. Sending you love & deepest condolences. Her music & spirit shall always be celebrated."

Indian lyricist and playback singer Swanand Kirkire shared his disbelief and wrote, "WTF … what happend ? OMG." He even shared a tribute post on his Instagram Story and wrote, “This is not fair god… this sweet girl my dearest Haniya is no more. She suffered a cardiac arrest. Haniya and I had a special bond. She was a musician par excellence and the purest soul I have met. Rest In peace Haniya.”

Another Indian artist Anurdh Varma wrote, "I’m so sorry to hear about this. May her soul rest in peace. Her music will be celebrated forever."

All you need to know about Haniya Aslam

She began her career in 2007 as a member of the music group, Zeb and Haniya, along with her cousin Zeb. However, in 2014, she left the group and moved to Canada for studies. Haniya and Zeb created numerous hit tracks, especially on Coke Studio Pakistan. Their hit from the tracks includes Chal Diye, Laili Jaan and Kya Khayal Hai. During her time in Canada, she started her journey as a solo singer. Years later, she returned to Pakistan and became one of the most successful musicians in the Pakistani music industry.

Apart from albums, she has also composed songs for movies such as Lala Begum, Maypole Rose and Dobara Phir Se.