Abdullah Ejaz reveals painful reason behind leaving modelling
Abdullah Ejaz, one of Pakistan’s well-known former male models and actors, has opened up about the difficult circumstances that forced him to step away from modelling. The former model, who once dominated the fashion industry, revealed that severe sciatica pain had a major impact on his career and eventually led him to pursue a different professional path.
Abdullah Ejaz rose to prominence as one of Pakistan’s leading male models and received a Lux Style Award in 2006 in recognition of his work. After establishing himself in the modelling world, he successfully transitioned into acting and became part of several popular television projects.
Over the years, Abdullah appeared in dramas and shows including Piya Mann Bhaye, Nail Polish, Tera Mera Rishta, Silsilay, and Hum Sab Umeed Se Hain. He later introduced himself to a new generation of viewers through his appearance in Tamasha Season 3, where audiences got the opportunity to see more of his personality beyond his earlier modelling and acting career.
Abdullah is now working as a commercial director. He is also married to his university fellow from business school, Rabia, and the couple has two children.
During a recent appearance on Wasim Shah’s talk show Zabardast with Wasi Shah, Abdullah spoke candidly about the health struggle that changed the direction of his career.
Reflecting on the difficult period, he explained that he began experiencing severe sciatica around one and a half years ago. According to Abdullah, the pain became so intense that even sitting was extremely difficult for him. His condition eventually affected even the most basic aspects of his daily routine.
Abdullah recalled that his back pain was so severe that he sometimes had to eat while lying down. He described the period as extremely challenging, not only for himself but also for his family, particularly his wife, who stood by him throughout the ordeal.
The former model admitted that he still does not know exactly what caused the problem. However, he speculated that years of intense training and overtraining may have contributed to it. He said the pain appeared suddenly but continued for a prolonged period, making the experience particularly difficult.
While discussing his wife’s role during that challenging time, Abdullah praised Rabia for the strength and support she showed. He described her as an “iron lady” and said her army background had made her exceptionally strong and resilient.
Abdullah’s revelation gives fans a glimpse into the personal struggle behind his decision to move away from modelling. Although his career has taken a different direction, he continues to remain connected to the entertainment industry through commercial direction.
His journey from a celebrated model to an actor and now a commercial director reflects the different phases of his career, while his recent candid revelation highlights the personal challenges that can sometimes remain hidden behind a successful public image.
