Yashma Gill Honoured at NLA Awards for Role in Drama Shikwa

ISLAMABAD: Pakistani actress Yashma Gill celebrated her recognition at the prestigious New London Architecture (NLA) Awards for her outstanding performance as the ambitious anti-heroine Kiran in the hit drama Shikwa.

Sharing a series of photos from the award night on Instagram, Yashma gave fans a glimpse of her glamorous moments. She wore a strapless brown maxi dress paired with a stylish handbag featuring gold-tone hardware, confidently posing for the cameras. In one photo, she was joined by fellow actress Minal Khan, who looked stunning in a black dress.

The post quickly went viral, attracting both admiration and criticism. Many fans praised Yashma’s style and achievements, while some critics labelled her attire as ‘shameless’ and excessively bold. This is not the first time Yashma has faced backlash, as her daring fashion choices and expressive dance posts, including images from her Egypt vacation, have often sparked debate.

Despite the criticism, Yashma continues to remain unapologetic, showcasing her signature style and confidence on social media.

Yashma Gill began her acting career with supporting roles but gained widespread recognition through projects such as Azmaish, Pyar Ke Sadqay, Alif, and Ki Jana Main Kaun.

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Shikwa, featuring Yashma Gill alongside Sami Khan, Maria Malik, and Asim Mehmood, explores themes of love, betrayal, heartbreak, deception, and fate. Yashma’s character Kiran is portrayed as a bold and ambitious woman willing to go to great lengths to achieve her goals, earning her critical acclaim for her performance.