Bo Kata! Showbiz Icons Lead the Charge at Basant 2026

The old streets of the Walled City and the fancy rooftops of Gulberg were really busy because the ban was finally gone. Famous people did not just come to the party; they made the party fun and showed us why the Lahore festival is so important to Lahore.

The Fashion Icons: Yellow is the New Black

Ayeza Khan really caught everyone's attention in the media. She looked amazing, like a typical Punjabi girl. She posted a lot of pictures of herself wearing a bright yellow outfit that is traditionally worn in her culture. Ayeza Khan was joking with the people who follow her when she said, "Basant, are you going to Lahore again? I have all my kites ready, for you Ayeza Khan said to her fans."

Maya Ali joined the group of people who like to talk about style. She told her followers a story that said, "Lahore people, what is going on?" Maya Ali was one of the people to say that we should celebrate happy things, which she called "Khushi Khushi". She reminded everyone to stayaway from bad chemicals that can hurt us.

The Rooftop Warriors: Kite Flying at its Best

While some were there for the fashion, others were there for the competition:

Imran Ashraf and Usama Khan were seen flying kites on a rooftop in Lahore. This rooftop was really high up and full of energy. They were very good at flying their kites in the sky. When Imran Ashraf and Usama Khan did a successful "Bo Katas," people made videos of it. These videos of Imran Ashraf and Usama Khan became very popular on Instagram.

Mikaal Zulfiqar and Yasir Hussain went to the Delhi Gate festivities. The Delhi Gate festivities were really something. Mikaal Zulfiqar said something that made a lot of sense. He said, "Lahore has woken up again in its beautiful colors." This is what Mikaal Zulfiqar thinks about Lahore. Lahore is a city that Mikaal Zulfiqar loves. Mikaal Zulfiqar feels that Lahore is beautiful.

Saba Qamar went back to her hometown for a visit. She said she took two days off from her filming schedule. The reason was that she wanted to feel the excitement of the kite-flying festival. Saba Qamar really loves the kite-flying festival. She did not want to miss it. So she made time for the kite-flying festival, in her hometown.

Music and More: The Soundtrack of Spring

The famous Abrar-ul-Haq made a simple festival feel like a concert at the Pearl Continental. He did a job. Meanwhile Sahir Ali Bagga picked Basant Day to tell everyone about his song, "Guddi Lahore di uddi". This song is a tribute to the city of Lahore and its people, who never give up. Abrar-ul-Haq and Sahir Ali Bagga made Basant Day very special with Abrar-ul-Haqs concert and Sahir Ali Baggas new song. The city of Lahore has a lot of spirit and Sahir Ali Baggas song "Guddi Lahore di uddi" is, about that.

A Celebration with a Conscience

The Style Vanguard of the industry was still being responsible, even though everyone was really excited. Hania Aamir and Waseem Akram said some things, about the government keeping people safe. Waseem Akram did this from Sri Lanka in a video message that was really sweet. They told people to stay in the areas that are meant for them and follow the safety rules so that the Style Vanguard can keep happening every year. The Style Vanguard is a part of our culture and Hania Aamir and Waseem Akram want it to stay that way.

"It’s a request to enjoy this festival... so we can celebrate every year with family, but with safety first." — Waseem Akram