
The 10th Hum Awards 2025, one of Pakistan’s biggest entertainment events, took place on 12th October 2025 in Houston, Texas, USA. The event was meant to celebrate the best performances in Hum TV dramas and films, with several A-list Pakistani stars in attendance. However, what was supposed to be a night of glamour and celebration soon turned into a topic of controversy.
Fans and attendees took to social media and talk shows to express disappointment over the poor management, weak hosting, and disappointing performances at the event.

The Hum Awards 2025 gathered some of the biggest names in Pakistan’s entertainment industry. Stars like Mehwish Hayat, Humayun Saeed, Ramsha Khan, Shuja Asad, Ali Zafar, Ali Haider, Ahmed Jahanzeb, and Asim Azhar performed on stage.
While the performances looked promising from promotional clips, the live audience had a completely different experience. Many overseas Pakistanis who attended the event shared that the event was chaotic, mismanaged, and poorly coordinated.
One of the most discussed aspects of the Hum Awards 2025 was the hosting performance by Dananeer Mobeen and Hamza Sohail. According to reports shared by Nazia Khan on Nadia Khan’s morning show “Rise and Shine,” both hosts made several mistakes during the event.
Nazia said,
“Every good artist can’t be a good anchor. Dananeer Mobeen and Hamza Sohail made many errors they mispronounced actor names and looked visibly uncomfortable on stage.”
The most embarrassing moment reportedly occurred when Humayun Saeed’s name wasn’t even announced. He was asked backstage to come on stage, and when his name wasn’t called, he had to walk up himself and mention it.
Many attendees felt the hosts lacked the confidence, fluency, and spontaneity required for such a major international event.

Another major criticism from attendees was about the outfits and styling of the celebrities and hosts. Nazia Khan commented that the hosts’ outfits were tacky, and even the audience members looked more stylish than the performers.
She mentioned,
“They wore western clothes when a classy fusion look would have worked better. Mehwish Hayat wore a simple shalwar kameez that looked like a walima outfit, Hania Aamir’s outfit didn’t fit well, and Dananeer looked like Cinderella.”
Such remarks highlight the growing disconnect between the production teams and audience expectations, especially for international events where Pakistan’s image is showcased globally.

One of the biggest shocks for overseas Pakistanis attending the Hum Awards 2025 was the expensive ticket pricing, which ranged between $700 to $800.
According to audience feedback, many felt the event was over-commercialized, prioritizing sponsorships and brand promotion over quality performances and production.
Nazia Khan revealed that while the crowd turnout was impressive, most of the audience left before the show ended due to boredom and poor event flow. She rated the event a 6 out of 10, saying,
“We had higher expectations, but the show didn’t live up to them.”
Despite the overall negative reviews, one performance that received appreciation was by Ali Zafar. His high-energy act stood out and was praised for professionalism and stage presence.
However, the rest of the performances reportedly lacked creativity and synchronization. Many viewers said that previous editions of the Hum Awards were better organized and more entertaining.

The Hum Awards were once known for setting high standards in Pakistan’s entertainment industry. However, the 2025 edition in Houston seems to have damaged that reputation.
From poor hosting and wardrobe failures to high ticket prices and low audience satisfaction, the event left fans questioning whether the organizers have lost touch with what truly matters celebrating Pakistani talent with dignity and class.
If Hum TV wants to maintain its global audience and brand image, it must focus on professional event planning, audience engagement, and authentic representation of Pakistani culture in future shows.
The Hum Awards Mismanagement & Controversies Exposed discussion highlights an important lesson for event organizers: glamour alone cannot carry a show. Fans want meaningful performances, authentic representation, and smooth execution not just star power.
While the 10th Hum Awards 2025 brought Pakistani celebrities to an international stage, it also reminded everyone that quality, respect for artists, and attention to detail are what truly make an event memorable.