Madeeha Gauhar paid tribute

LAHORE:Ajoka Theatre commemorated the 7th death anniversary of its visionary founder and iconic theatre personality, Madeeha Gauhar, with a deeply moving and artistically rich tribute event at Alhamra Hall here on Sunday.

The programme brought together family, colleagues, artistes, and admirers to celebrate her remarkable contributions to socially relevant theatre in Pakistan. The evening began with a new Ajoka video song ‘Jeevay Ajoka’ setting the tone for a celebration of resilience and creativity. This was followed by a stirring violin performance by Madeeha's son Nirvaan Nadeem, violinist Muhammad Aslam, and his talented 7-year-old grandson Hasan, symbolising a beautiful continuity of artistic legacy across generations. In a heartfelt family segment Madeeha's younger son Sarang Nadeem, nieces Neha Ali Gauhar, Arzoo Gauhar, sister Faryal Gauhar, son Nirvaan Nadeem and husband Shahid Nadeem shared moving reflections and memories of Madeeha—remembering her as a fearless artiste, a loving mother, and a tireless advocate for justice, visionary human right and theatre activist. Veteran educationist Perin Boga also presented glowing tribute to Madeeha Gauhar's courage and her landmark contribution to performing arts.