Murder of actor Rana Aftab leaves fans, colleagues saddened

(Web Desk) – The murder of veteran television and film actor Rana Aftab has sent a wave of sorrow and grief among his fans, colleagues and showbiz personalities.

With his tragic demise, tributes started pouring in, with demands to ascertain the motive behind his murder by arresting the murderers at the earliest.

Rana Aftab was shot dead on Monday, after unidentified gunmen attacked his vehicle outside his Lahore residence.
News of Rana Aftab’s murder sent shockwaves across the television and film fraternity, with many expressing disbelief.

While public tributes continue to emerge, questions surrounding security and targeted violence remain unresolved.

Police officials reiterated that “the motive is under investigation” and urged patience as forensic work continues.

According to police records, the incident unfolded swiftly as armed men intercepted his car moments after he exited the gate.

The First Information Report was registered on the complaint of his wife, Huma Aftab, who detailed the terrifying sequence.

In the FIR, she stated that “three to four unidentified men” arrived in a golden Corolla and blocked her husband’s vehicle.

Investigators said one assailant stepped out and opened fire using a Kalashnikov-type weapon at close range.

Multiple bullets struck the vehicle, leaving Rana Aftab critically injured before the attackers fled the scene immediately.

Huma Aftab’s brothers, Khurram Munsha and Faisal, witnessed the aftermath after hearing gunshots from inside the house.

Police confirmed the suspects escaped through the main gate of the housing society within seconds of the attack.

Describing the shooter, officials said he was “around five feet five inches tall, wheatish complexion, medium build, wearing shalwar kameez”.

Rana Aftab was rushed to the hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead before emergency treatment could begin.

His body was shifted for postmortem examination as police registered a murder case against unknown assailants.

Lahore Operations DIG Faisal Kamran disclosed that the main shooter has been arrested. However, his accomplices have yet to be traced.
In television, Aftab became widely recognised for portraying authoritative characters, particularly judges and senior lawyers.

His notable television work included Lal Andhi, Log, Rakhwala, and Ek Mohabbat Azmaish, along with Punjabi PTV dramas.

Colleagues remember him for his commanding screen presence and measured dialogue delivery.

On the big screen, he appeared in films such as Aman Ke Rakhwale, Wehshi Gujjar, Miss Italy, and Madam Charlie.
He also featured in Sher e Lahore and Qabza Group, contributing to commercial Punjabi cinema during its peak years.