Child TV artist Ahmad Shah, who rose to fame for his viral childhood antics, was left in tears during a recent event hosted by a private channel when asked to remember his late brother Umar Shah on stage.
Ahmad Shah’s emotional moment on stage
Ahmad Shah appeared at the event alongside his brother Abu Bakar. Hosts Waseem Badami and Fahad Mustafa invited him to speak about Umar Shah, who passed away recently in a tragic turn of events.
Struggling to hold back his emotions, Ahmad broke down as he recalled their childhood fights and described Umar as his “beloved younger brother.” The heartbreaking moment stunned audiences and quickly drew widespread reactions online.
Background: Viral fame to television
Ahmad Shah became a household name in Pakistan after his adorable antics went viral on social media. He was soon picked up by a private TV channel where he appeared regularly with his brothers Umar and Abu Bakar on their shows.
Umar’s sudden death left the family and fans devastated, and Ahmad is still visibly grieving his loss.
Public backlash against channel
The emotional segment has sparked criticism, with many accusing the channel of exploiting a child’s trauma for television ratings.
One viewer commented, “TRP needs to run whether someone dies.” Another added, “They should have given this child a break.”
Others felt Ahmad should not have been asked to revisit such painful memories so soon, with one user saying, “He should have been given time to deal with this loss.”
Calls for sensitivity
The incident has reignited debates around the media’s handling of child celebrities and personal grief. Many have urged broadcasters to exercise more sensitivity and responsibility when involving children in emotionally charged situations.
