Says “It’s painful and indescribable” as she opens up about her emotional and physical ordeal
Renowned Pakistani actress Saba Qamar has opened up about a deeply personal and alarming health experience, revealing that severe mental stress recently led her to suffer a mild heart attack, followed by an emergency angiography.
The Baaghi and Case No. 9 star shared her story during a candid appearance on a podcast, shedding light on the invisible toll of emotional stress and the importance of addressing mental health seriously.
“I used to think I was strong enough to handle everything,” Saba said. “But I’ve learned that the pain and emotions we suppress eventually show up physically — as panic attacks, anxiety, or even heart problems.”
‘It’s painful and indescribable,’ says Saba Qamar
Saba revealed that her heart pain was so severe it left her terrified and disoriented. The next day, doctors performed an angiography to assess her heart condition.
“It’s painful and indescribable,” she said, recalling the overwhelming experience. “I’m feeling much better now, but it taught me an important lesson about self-care.”
According to the 41-year-old actress, doctors told her that younger individuals are increasingly facing heart-related issues due to chronic stress and emotional suppression — not necessarily high cholesterol or diet.
“When we hold on to pain and stress for too long, it starts affecting different parts of the body,” she explained.
Speaking up for mental health
Saba said she decided to go public with her story to encourage others not to ignore mental health or early physical warning signs.
“In the past, whenever I tried to talk about my mental state, people dismissed it, saying I had everything — fame, money, success — so how could I be unhappy?” she recalled.
The Pani Jaisa Pyaar actress emphasized that mental health struggles can affect anyone, regardless of fame or financial stability.
“Mental health issues have nothing to do with wealth or status. They can affect anyone, anywhere,” she said.
Fans send love and support
Following her heartfelt revelation, Saba Qamar’s fans and colleagues have flooded social media with messages of support, empathy, and prayers for her recovery. Many praised her for breaking the silence around mental health in Pakistan’s entertainment industry — where such topics often remain taboo.
Saba, who has long been known for her powerful performances and outspoken personality, continues to advocate for self-awareness, emotional healing, and balance in an increasingly fast-paced world.
