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Renowned Pakistani playback singer Humaira Arshad has said that fame and success never come free — every artist must pay a price for their achievements. Speaking on the popular comedy talk show Mazaaq raatshe shared candid reflections on her personal and professional life.

During the show, Humaira revealed that although she had a passion for singing since childhood, she never actually planned to become a singer. Her journey began unexpectedly when she accompanied her mother, a Zakira who appeared on Pakistan Television (PTV), to the studio. There, Humaira got her first break at a young age — performing the song “Sada ho apne pyar ki,” which became a massive hit and launched her into stardom.

“I received a lot of love and appreciation in my lifetime — more than I ever expected,” she said, adding that she was also honored by the state with awards for her contributions to music.

Humaira recounted a humorous encounter from her early career, where two fans — janitors at the time — were left speechless upon seeing her in person. “One of them even asked me if I knew who he was, as if I were his fan,” she laughed.

Reflecting on the darker side of fame, Humaira admitted that like many artists, she too had to make sacrifices. “The biggest cost of becoming an artist is the loss of your private life,” she said. “You become public property — anyone can say anything about you.”

She likened the life of an artist to a public square: “Everyone passes through, stops, and throws their opinions — good or bad.”

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