Alizeh Shah announced she is leaving showbiz and regrets ever being part of the industry. In an emotional Instagram story, she said her recent revelations about harassment and bullying were not for attention or new work. She called the thought of using these issues to gain projects “disgusting.”
Shah revealed she suffers from PTSD due to her experiences on sets. She described being broken emotionally and hating herself because of the mistreatment she faced during long, grueling shoots. Speaking out, she said, was her way to free herself from darkness.
The actor made it clear she wants no offers or sympathy, only space to heal. She said she prays every day that she was never part of the “degrading” industry that caused her so much pain. Shah firmly stated she will never return after what showbiz did to her.
She described nights of uncontrollable crying and physical sickness from trauma. Her post followed an earlier one where she exposed harassment, late payments, and toxic work environments. This sparked a rare apology from senior actor Juggan Kazim, showing accountability is still possible.
Shah’s story highlights a bigger issue beyond one person. It sheds light on the bullying, unpaid work, and professional blacklisting that many junior actors face in the industry. Her bravery has sparked fresh conversations about reform in showbiz.