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Showbiz stars rejoice as Basant festivities return to Lahore

“I've missed this feeling for so long,” says Saba Qamar

By Web Desk
February 06, 2026
From left to right, Saba Qama, Ayeza Khan, and Hania Aamir. — Instagram
From left to right, Saba Qama, Ayeza Khan, and Hania Aamir. — Instagram

As the vibrant spring festival of Basant returned to Lahore after more than two decades, showbiz stars came together in a heartwarming celebration of tradition and heritage.

The three-day festival is being celebrated across Lahore after the Punjab government lifted a more than two-decade ban and permitted a tightly regulated celebration in Lahore.

The return of Basant had showbiz stars celebrating, with celebrities sharing every moment — from preparations to kite flying — on social media.

On her Instagram story, Muama actress Saba Qamar shared that she has managed to find only two days in her busy schedule to fly kites.

Showbiz stars rejoice as Basant festivities return to Lahore

Ayeza Khan posted images clad in the traditional, vibrant outfit.

Showbiz stars rejoice as Basant festivities return to Lahore

Imran Ashraf was spotted flying a kite on a rooftop adorned with bright yellow, green, and red colours, traditionally associated with Basant.

Showbiz stars rejoice as Basant festivities return to Lahore

Veteran Noor Bukhari expressed gratitude towards the authorities for bringing Basant back to Lahore.

Showbiz stars rejoice as Basant festivities return to Lahore

Meanwhile, Hania Aamir emphasised the importance of preserving indigenous traditions while ensuring public safety.

Showbiz stars rejoice as Basant festivities return to Lahore

Local administrations enforced safety measures, including bans on metallic and chemical kite strings, designated flying zones and increased presence of law enforcement personnel during the celebrations.