Pakistani Singer Haniya Aslam, Known for Coke Studio Hits, Passes Away

Haniya Aslam’s cousin and musical collaborator, Zeb Bangash, confirmed the news of her passing on social media.

Haniya Aslam, a beloved Pakistani singer known for her work on Coke Studio hits like “Laili Jaan,” “Bibi Sanam,” “Paimona,” and “Chup,” has tragically passed away, as confirmed by her cousin and musical collaborator Zeb Bangash on social media. Bangash shared heartfelt tributes, posting pictures of Haniya and captioning the post “Hanini,” confirming Aslam’s death on Sunday. Local reports suggest that Haniya, who was in her late 30s, died of a cardiac arrest.

Fans, colleagues, and well-wishers have expressed their grief and shock across social media platforms. Indian musical artist Anirudh Varma, the Indo-Pakistani duo “JoSH the Band,” Pakistani cricketer Syeda Nain Fatima Abidi, and lyricist-singer Swanand Kirkire were among those who paid tribute to her legacy.

Haniya Aslam was a significant figure in the Pakistani music industry, beginning her career in 2007 when she formed the band “Zeb-Haniya” with her cousin Zeb Bangash. The duo created numerous hits and made a lasting impact on the music scene with their soulful compositions. In 2014, Aslam moved to Canada to further her studies, but her music continued to resonate with fans worldwide.

Her contributions to Coke Studio and the broader music industry have left an indelible mark, and her songs, such as “Tann Dolay,” “Dosti,” “Dil Pagla,” “Ahaan,” and “Seh Na Sakay,” will continue to be celebrated. As the music community and fans mourn her loss, Haniya Aslam’s legacy as an incredible artist and soul will never be forgotten.