“I Left Home at 22,” Actress Anzeela Abbasi on Her Bold Decision for Independence

Pakistani actress, model, and singer Anzeela Abbasi has opened up about her courageous personal decision to leave her family home at the age of 22 to build an independent life. During a recent podcast, she shared her journey towards self-reliance and how it ultimately strengthened her bond with her mother.

Anzeela revealed that the initial decision was difficult. “I spoke to my mother and told her that I wanted to earn for myself and live an independent life,” she said. This bold move, however, led to a positive transformation in their relationship over time.

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A Journey to Stronger Family Bonds

Contrary to what one might expect, Anzeela’s independence brought her and her mother closer. She explained that her mother began to trust her more, would visit her, bring food, and they would spend quality time together. This period of independence built a foundation of mutual respect. Later, when her mother felt she was settled in life, Anzeela moved back in with her.

A Voice for Diverse Drama Content

Beyond her personal story, Anzeela also commented on the content of Pakistani television. She pointed out that dramas continuously focus only on mother-in-law and daughter-in-law conflicts, which has shaped the public’s mindset accordingly. She advocated for using dramas to create awareness about more important social issues.

As a multi-talented artist, Anzeela Abbasi refuses to be limited to one field, embracing acting, modeling, and singing as part of her creative expression.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Why did Anzeela Abbasi leave home at 22?
She left to become financially self-sufficient and to experience living an independent life, after having a discussion with her mother.

2. How did her mother react?
Initially, it was a difficult phase, but their relationship improved significantly. Her mother started trusting her more, and their bond became stronger.

3. Who are Anzeela Abbasi’s parents?
She is the daughter of renowned Pakistani actor Shameem Abbasi and actress Javeria Abbasi. Her parents separated in 2007.

4. What is her view on Pakistani dramas?
She believes that dramas repetitively show saas-bahu (mother-in-law/daughter-in-law) issues, which limits public perspective. She wants dramas to create awareness on more important social topics.