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Stars honour nation on August 14 with messages of unity and pride
Pakistani celebrities took to social media on the country’s 78th Independence Day to share messages of patriotism, hope, and unity, with many posting photos, videos, and personal reflections to mark the occasion.
Humayun Saeed – acclaimed actor and producer, star of Punjab Nahi Jaungi and Netflix’s The Crown – and Samina Humayun Saeed – television producer – posed together dressed in green and white.
Singer and actor Ali Zafar shared a video of schoolgirls in green-and-white performing a patriotic presentation, greeting followers with “Happy Independence Day everyone!”

Actress Areeba Habib shared a photograph of herself hoisting the national flag outside her home, wishing followers a “Happy 78th Independence Day” accompanied by the Pakistan flag emoji.

Actor Sana Faysal posted a heartfelt note recalling the joy of 14th August in childhood and expressing concern over the country’s recent struggles. She voiced hope in Pakistan’s revival, writing, “Until I see that old, strong, prosperous Pakistan, I can’t celebrate with the same spirit. This year, my prayer is my celebration.”

Cricketer Haris Rauf shared a group photo with soldiers in the mountains, writing, “14 August, a reminder of who we are! May the spirit of freedom and patriotism fill our hearts today and always!”

Former cricket captain Shahid Afridi addressed the youth on Instagram, urging them to live up to the sacrifices made for the country’s freedom. “Your dreams are waiting for your action.”

Shaheen Shah Afridi shared a striking photo with the flag, calling Pakistan “our pride, our power, our eternal flame.”
He wrote: “I carry my nation in my heart and its flag in my soul. Today, we salute 78 years of unyielding courage, unbreakable unity, and sacrifices that shaped our destiny. Pakistan is our pride, our power, our eternal flame. May we protect it, honour it, and raise its flag higher every day. Happy Independence Day!

Batter Babar Azam wrote that “Ittehad, Imaan aur Tanzeem [unity, faith and discipline] are not just words but our strength,” urging unity to face the future.
“14 August reminds us that Pakistan was built when hearts beat together, when faith never wavered, and when discipline turned dreams into reality. If we stand united today, no challenge can break us tomorrow,” he said.
Fast bowler Hassan Ali posted an image of himself holding a large Pakistani flag on the cricket field, writing, “The love for our country runs deep in our veins. Let’s allow it to drive us to new heights as a nation.”

Entertainment
Princess Kate crowned England’s Great with fiery Lioness spirit
William’s wife Kate brought charm back to the royal family with her heartwarming gesture, receiving powerful titles after her latest royal engagement.
The Princess of Wales appears in the lioness spirit as she represented the modern monarchy with a reception at Windsor Castle for the England Women’s Rugby team, celebrating their World Cup win.
As the patron of the Rugby Football Union, Princess Kate led the way at her first solo royal engagement of 2026 with a celebratory reception.
She looked glam in a red pantsuit, seemingly sending a nod to the team’s Red Roses nickname.
Kensington Palce shared the stunning photo of Kate with the team on her and Prince William’s official Instagram page, which brought her England’s great title from fans.
The post garnered massive likes and hearts from fans, with some honouring the Princess with powerful titles.
One described the picture a “brunch of beautiful English roses,” calling Kate “beautiful princess.
“God bless them make England great.”
Another admired the future queen as “A perfect England Red rose in the middle.”
Kate previously wore the red ensemble, featuring an asymmetric jacket and wide-leg trousers, for the launch of her Shaping Us campaign in 2023.
While Kate was hosting the rugby team, her husband William had a solo engagement of his own on the same day in his role as patron of We Are Farming Minds, which works to support farmers’ mental health.
The heir to the British throne visited a farm in western England, where he took on tasks like pruning apple trees and feeding sheep.
Entertainment
Fiza Ali extends heartwarming wishes to ex-husband on his second marriage
Actor and host Fiza Ali extended warm greetings to her ex-husband, Fawad Farouq, on his second marriage, and shared her daughter Faraal’s preparations on her official Instagram handle.
The actress wished him happiness and personal growth as he embarks on this new chapter of life.
“Not every story ends with a fight,” Ali wrote on an Instagram reel, showing her daughter happy and getting ready for the wedding.
At first glance, Faraal was spotted sharing her excitement with Farouq, and then the camera reopens on her mehendi-painted hands and formal attire.
Dropping a cute prep clip, the “Mehndi” actress noted: “Life doesn’t always go in one direction; sometimes silence says more than words.”
“Every story doesn’t end in fighting; sometimes the beautiful end is that we deliver positivity, grace, and strength to our children.”
Recalling her past, Ali said her daughter’s preparations for her father’s second marriage remind her that relations and respect could be changed, but “parenting could never be ended”.
The “Mor Mehal” star concluded with heart-warming greetings for her ex-husband, saying that a new chapter of his life will be with full joy and sincerity, may God make our ways easy.
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