In one of the most emotionally charged celebrity controversies to grip Pakistan in recent months, Sannia Ashfaq, former wife of cricketer Imad Wasim, has spoken with raw courage about what truly matters when a marriage breaks down: the protection, security, and dignity of the children left behind, on her daughter’s 5th birthday post.
Her powerful statement cuts through the noise of social media drama to deliver a message that resonated deeply with millions of Pakistani mothers, women, and parents, that children deserve far more than public declarations of love posted online. They deserve real presence, real honesty, and real protection in daily life.
Sannia described the situation as one of the most painful phases of her life, speaking about the emotional toll of losing her family and the immense hardships of raising three children alone, including a five-month-old infant.
She said she made repeated efforts to save her marriage and remained patient throughout emotional distress, mistreatment, and abandonment, prioritising the wellbeing of her children above everything else.
After Imad Wasim publicly announced his remarriage, Sannia responded on Instagram, accusing him of betrayal and stating that he failed to consider the impact of his actions on their children, adding that they had endured significant hardship as a result.
Describing herself as a voice for women who do not have a platform, Sannia made clear that her primary concern throughout this entire ordeal has been the dignity and future of her three children.
Sannia concluded by stating that silence should never be mistaken for weakness, and that she would continue pursuing justice through proper legal channels rather than social media alone.
Her words have sparked a deeply important national conversation in Pakistan, about accountability, children’s rights, and the responsibility of public figures to protect the most innocent ones caught in the middle.
