LAHORE: Munazza Hassan, the mother of legendary Pakistani pop singer Nazia Hassan, has passed away after a long battle with illness. Her death marks the end of an era for a family that reshaped Pakistan’s pop music landscape.

The heartbreaking news was confirmed by her son, Zoheb Hassan, through an emotional post on his official Instagram account.

“My mother, my love, and my guide has left this world,” Zoheb wrote, sharing cherished family photos of himself, Nazia, and their late father with Munazza Hassan.

Munazza had been suffering from dementia for a considerable time, and Zoheb Hassan had returned to Pakistan specifically to care for her in her final years. Despite the challenges, she was surrounded by the love and devotion of her son.

While much of Munazza Hassan’s life remained away from the public spotlight, she was known for her strength, grace, and quiet support behind her children’s incredible journey in music. As the mother of the iconic duo Nazia and Zoheb, she played a foundational role in one of South Asia’s most beloved musical legacies.

The Hassan family is remembered not only for their musical brilliance but for their elegance, humility, and cultural impact. Together, Nazia and Zoheb, supported by their parents, introduced a new sound to the South Asian music scene one that continues to influence artists today

As Pakistan bids farewell to Munazza Hassan, prayers pour in for the soul of a woman whose quiet strength helped shape a musical revolution. The family has requested privacy during this time of mourning.

Nazia Hassan, known as the Queen of Asian Pop, rose to fame with hits like “Aap Jaisa Koi” and was the first Pakistani artist to enter the UK music charts. She tragically passed away from cancer in 2000 at the young age of 35.