By MediaBites | March 22, 2026
Marvi Malik, daughter of PPP leader and Senator Sherry Rehman, has passed away at the age of 35 after suffering a brain haemorrhage, her family confirmed on Saturday.
Her untimely death has sent shockwaves across political, media, and cultural circles, with an outpouring of grief and condolences from national figures. President Asif Ali Zardari expressed deep sorrow over the loss, extending his sympathies to Sherry Rehman and her family during this difficult time.
Funeral prayers of Marvi Malik will be held in Karachi tomorrow in DHA.
Marvi Malik was known for her intellectual depth, artistic sensibility, and commitment to meaningful discourse. A fine arts graduate from Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture, she had carved a space for herself in Pakistan’s contemporary art and literary landscape.
Professionally, she served as a senior writer on the Review Desk at ArtNow Pakistan and was also selected as an Art Writer in Residence for the Paul Medhi Vasl Residency 2025–2026. She was additionally a member of the editorial board at Vasl, contributing to critical conversations around art, culture, and society.
Colleagues and peers remembered her as a thoughtful voice and a compassionate individual who brought sensitivity and insight into her work. Her writings reflected a deep engagement with artistic practice and cultural narratives in Pakistan.
Her passing has left a profound void not only for her family but also for the wider creative community, where she was regarded as a promising and dedicated contributor.
Marvi Malik is survived by her grieving family, who have requested prayers for her soul.
Her legacy, marked by creativity, empathy, and intellectual rigor, will continue to resonate within Pakistan’s art and cultural circles.
MediaBites expresses condolences on the passing of Marvi Malik
MediaBites extends its heartfelt condolences to PPP Senator Sherry Rehman on the tragic and untimely passing of her daughter, Marvi Malik.
We stand with the bereaved family in this moment of profound grief and pray that Allah grants Marvi Malik eternal peace and gives strength to her loved ones to bear this irreparable loss.
Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un.
