Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain are expecting. After weeks of fans speculating if a baby was on the way, the couple formally announced the news on social media and debuted Iqra’s baby bump.
The parents-to-be announced the news on social media, sharing pictures from Iqra’s godh barai and revealing that the baby is expected to arrive in July 2021.
“Allah hamesha hi hum per meherbaan raha hai aur is baar toh uski karamnawazi bemisaal hai,” said Yasir. “Aulaad Allah ka khoobsurat tohfa hai. Alhamdulillah hum bohot khush hain aur umeed karty hain k aap bhi hamen apni duaon mai yaad rakhengay.”
For the godh bharai rasm, Iqra opted to wear a purple and orange gharara by Fahd Hussayn while Hussain wore a simple white kurta pajama.
Iqra also thanked Yasir for being an “amazing partner throughout this beautiful journey” saying that she is extremely “happy to be starting a family with a man” like him.
Earlier Iqra had said that she “chose [to marry] Yasir because he always speaks the truth and does not differentiate among people.”
“He respects everyone and gives them their due credit,” said Iqra further. “In addition to this, he knows how to respect a woman. After my mother and sister, no one has given me more confidence than him,” the actor had said.
Yasir Hussain, who never shies away from expressing his love for wife Iqra Aziz, has publicly appreciated his wife and mother-in-law for being empowered women.
“My beautiful wife Iqra with her proud mother Asiya Aziz (Pakistan’s first female Careem driver) sitting in her daughter’s new car,” said Yasir, while posting a picture of the duo.
“Powerful aurton k chehry pe alag hi glow hota hai (powerful women glow differently),” said the actor further, adding: “Apni maon, behnon, betiyon aur biwi ko roknay walay insecure hotay hain, mard nahi (Those who stop their mothers, sisters, daughters and wives [from excelling] are insecure. They are not real men).”
Replying to Yasir’s post, Iqra said: “And this is why I fall for you all over again.”
Iqra’s mother was Pakistan’s first female cab driver in Karachi and raised two girls as a single parent.
Meanwhile, Iqra on several occasions has opened up on her relationship with Yasir saying that he is her biggest support and encourages her to achieve her goals.
“I chose Yasir because he always speaks the truth and does not differentiate among people,” the actor had said. “He respects everyone and gives them their due credit. In addition to this, he knows how to respect a woman. After my mother and sister, no one has given me more confidence than him.”
She further said: “This is important in these times that a man, your husband, supports you in your work, your dreams and wishes to see you succeed in your life.”
Iqra Aziz has opened up on why she chose Yasir Hussain as her life partner.
Sharing a video clip of Yasir’s interview in which the actor remarked that there is nothing wrong with publicly expressing his love for his wife, Iqra said: “I chose Yasir because he always speaks the truth and does not differentiate among people.”
“He respects everyone and gives them their due credit,” said Iqra further. “In addition to this, he knows how to respect a woman. After my mother and sister, no one has given me more confidence than him.”
Iqra continued: “This is important in these times that a man, your husband, supports you in your work, your dreams and wishes to see you succeed in your life.”
The actor further said that a man who loves and respects his wife, helps her achieve her dreams and prioritises her happiness over his own is the dream of every girl and that her “dream has been fulfilled. Alhamdulillah“.
Iqra has always praised Yasir for being in her life. On their first wedding anniversary, Iqra had penned a loving note for Yasir, saying that he is the positivity in her life.
Ace producer Shazia Wajahat, whose ongoing drama Raqs e Bismil is currently making waves on television, celebrated her birthday on Sunday at the beach with colleagues, friends and family.
The beachside party was hosted by her husband director Wajahat Rauf. Celebrities including Hania Aamir, Ali Rehman Khan, Fahad Mirza, Dananeerr Mobeen, Yasir Hussain, Iqra Aziz, Urwa Hocane, Imran Ashraf, Shahzad Sheikh, Momin Saqib and many others were spotted at the birthday event.
Meanwhile, Wajahat penned a sweet note for his wife, saying: “Happy birthday to the love of my life. You not only won my heart 25 years ago, but you have a gift of winning over whoever you meet.”
“I don’t blame them, how can you not love this woman?,” he added.
Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain never shy away from expressing their love for each other on social media and fans always enjoy their online romance. In their latest exchange, the couple indulged in an online banter about each others’ picture taking skills.
In an Instagram story, Iqra shared that when she asks her husband to take a photo of her, he does not take it well and when she takes a picture of him, it’s always perfect.
In reply to her post, Yasir said, “Shame on you. All the good photos of you are taken by me not Tapu Jaberi[Javeri].”
The couple recently celebrated their first wedding anniversary.
Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain are celebrating their first wedding anniversary.
Sharing a picture of herself and Yasir on Instagram, Iqra wrote: “Happy 1st Anniversary babzuu.”
“You’re so special to me that I cannot express it in words. You’ve given me so much love and care. You’ve been my partner, my friend, my frenemy, my companion, my everything. You’ve made me see the world in a new way. You’re the positivity in my life,” continued Iqra. “Keep shining and keep smiling. I LOVE YOU.”
Concluding her note, she affectionately wrote: “I’ll always be there kissing your hand.”
Ever since the star of Diriliş: Ertuğrul Engin Altan Düzyatan arrived in Pakistan on Thursday, Yasir Hussain has been at the receiving end of jokes and memes. However, the actor in his true style enjoyed the jokes and even welcomed Engin to Pakistan. Engin arrived in Lahore for a short visit “at the invitation of a private business company”.
Sharing the news of Engin’s arrival, Yasir wrote: “Welcome to Pakistan”.
Later when he was boarding a flight back to Karachi from Lahore with wife Iqra Aziz, Yasir took a selfie at the airport and captioned it: “Ertuğrul mery peechay, main Ertuğrul k peechy. Too much fun.”
Saheefa Jabbar Khattak, with whom Yasir had stayed with during his time in Lahore, also shared a picture of him and Iqra at the airport while seeing them off and said: “Yasir agar Aaaartugul milay toh Khawaja Saab ka paigaam dena, kehna Ai-Wallah.” Khawaja Sahab is Saheefa’s husband.
Earlier, Ahmed Ali Butt had also tagged Yasir in a meme which made the actor laugh.
Yasir has often found himself at the receiving end of flak with his comments on Turkish actors and dramas. When Diriliş: Ertuğrul had initially aired in April, the actor had likened Turkish dramas to ‘landay k kapray’.
“Landy k kapray aur Turkey k dramay, dono hee local industry ko tabah kardein gay,” the actor had said.
Later, the actor was reported to have likened Turkish actors to ‘kachra‘ (garbage). According to details, Yasir while sharing a picture of ‘Pakistani Turgut and Pakistani Ertuğrul’ had commented: “Inko koi nahi poochega (no one will give them any attention). Kyunke ghar ki murgi daal barabar or bahar ka kachra bhi maal barabar,” insinuating that Pakistanis do not appreciate local talent enough.
Yasir Hussain and Iqra Aziz are not one to shy away from expressing their love publicly. The biggest proof of this was their engagement, which took place in front of thousands of people at an award function last year.
On Iqra’s birthday, Yasir took to Instagram to wish his wife with an Allama Iqbal shair and a heartwarming wish.
Sharing a picture of the two, Yasir wrote: “I love you to the moon and back aur uss say bhi aagay kyunkay sitaron se aagay jahan aur bhi hain, abhi ishq ke imtihan aur bhi hain.”
Thanking Yasir in the comments, Iqra expressed her love for him and said: “Shaadi k is ek saal main apnay jitna khush mujhe rakha hai ab agay zindagi aur bhi haseen hogi inshAllah [You’ve kept me so happy during this one year of marriage, that I look forward to more].”
“I love you my lifeline,” she added.
Yasir also celebrated Iqra’s birthday at midnight with a cake.
Iqra and Yasir tied the knot on December 28, 2019. This is Iqra’s first birthday with husband Yasir.
Our very own Chanda from Suno Chanda, Iqra Aziz is one of the most versatile actresses among the new generation. She has worked on numerous drama projects until now and almost all of them have been super hits. She knows how to own the character and play it the way it should be.
She has been nominated for several awards and has already won seven. She is currently nominated in the Best Actress category at the Lux Style Awards 2020 for Ranjha Ranjha Kardi.
If you are a die-hard Iqra fan, or just like her for who she is, here are some less known facts about her that make her all the more appealing.
Iqra’s Debut Performance
Iqra started her career with modeling and commercials. She still does commercials but her priority is dramas.
Iqra made her debut in 2014 in a drama serial Kissay Apna Kahein in a supporting role alongside Arij Fatyma and Danish Taimoor. The surprising thing is that Iqra was only 17 years old when she played this role.
She was later cast in a leading role in drama serial Muqaddas opposite Noor Hassan. It was written by Adeel Razzak, directed by Ali Masud Saeed and produced by MD Productions. The drama aired on Hum Tv. It proved to be her “breakthrough” drama and she received Hum Award for Best Television Sensation Female.
Iqra’s mother was Karachi’s first female Careem driver
Iqra was born on November 24, 1997 and belongs to a Sindhi family. Her family includes her mother and sister Sidra Aziz, and herself. Her mother raised the two girls as a single parent. Iqra’s mother is one of the best examples of women empowerment in Pakistan as she struggled hard for her children and was the first female Careem driver in Karachi.
Iqra and her mother
Iqra once revealed in an interview that they went through a financial crisis but her mother made it through by struggling for her family with dignity and pride. She also shared in another interview that her mother wanted a son and was disappointed at her birth.
Iqra didn’t meet her father until she was three
Iqra didn’t have a clue who her father was until she was three. Her father worked in Saudi Arabia and came back home when she was three years old. Unfortunately, he died of a heart attack when Iqra was only twelve. She frequently talks about the time spent with her dad and misses the nine years they spent together.
She couldn’t complete her studies
Iqra couldn’t complete her graduation and holds an unfinished Bachelors of Commerce Degree from the University of Karachi. She is, however, looking to complete her education as soon as possible, when she gets a break from acting and modeling.
Her Engagement with Yasir Hussain
For those who don’t know, Iqra and Yasir had a very public engagement at the 18th Lux Style Awards. Hussain went down on one knee at the event and proposed to her. Some say that the proposal was planned and Iqra knew that he was going to propose. The couple formally tied the knot on December 28, 2019.
Iqra has a YouTube Channel
Iqra has a YouTube Channel. Her initial two videos introducing the channel — titled ‘I AM NOT BORING!!‘, comprised of a montage of photographs with a cutie named Mogambo, and “You Me and Youtube”.
Iqra Aziz and Yasir Hussain are preparing protective suits for the doctors and paramedical staff who are fighting against coronavirus on the frontlines.
In a recent video on Instagram, Yasir could be seen stitching a protective suit for doctors with wife, Iqra. He also credited the initiative to the Pakistani designer Asim Jofa who provided them with a waterproof cloth.
Iqra Aziz requested her followers to help the doctors.
“We both have made this protective suit together and so can you. Please start stitching and sending in your help,” she said.
As coronavirus cases continue to grow in Pakistan, doctors across the country are requesting authorities and the government to provide them with proper protective equipment so that they are not exposed to the virus.
