Overview

• Atif Aslam confirmed his father Muhammad Aslam’s death on Instagram, writing “A final goodbye to my Iron Man. Rest in love Abu g.”
• Pakistani media report that Muhammad Aslam, 77, had suffered a heart attack months earlier and died of related health complications.
• India’s government ban on Pakistani artists’ social accounts blocked direct access to Atif’s post, prompting widespread sharing of screenshots.
• Celebrities, fans and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif offered condolences and prayers for the Aslam family.
• A video clip of Atif performing at a recent show went viral on social media shortly after the announcement.