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— FIA registers separate money laundering and regulatory cases against Dr. Fazeela Abbasi
Aftab Maken
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency has registered two separate cases against Dr. Fazeela Abbasi—a TikToker and sister of actor Hamza Ali Abbasi, over alleged money laundering and regulatory violations. One case was filed under money laundering provisions at the Commercial Banking Circle, while the second was lodged at the FIA’s Anti-Corruption Wing.
Officials said preliminary evidence suggests funds were transferred through hawala networks and other suspicious channels. Investigators are reviewing banking records to trace financial flows and identify potential breaches. Dr. Abbasi is also accused of operating a clinic without proper registration. FIA authorities said a separate probe is ongoing to determine regulatory violations.
The agency reported that Dr. Abbasi held 22 bank accounts with a combined turnover of roughly Rs 25 billion, despite declaring an annual income of only 400,000 to 600,000 rupees. Officials said this disparity between declared income and actual transactions is a major focus of the investigation. Some funds were allegedly sent abroad to the United States and Dubai. Coordination with international authorities is underway to examine cross-border transfers.
The case has drawn public attention due to her familial link to Hamza Ali Abbasi, who recently launched the Rishta App, a digital matchmaking platform targeting younger audiences in Pakistan. FIA emphasized that the probe is proceeding transparently, following legal procedures.
This follows a series of high-profile money laundering cases in Pakistan. In 2023, the FIA registered inquiries into financial irregularities involving Hum TV, while earlier investigations targeted model Ayyan Ali over suspicious foreign transfers. Experts say such cases are significant for enforcing compliance under Financial Action Task Force (FATF) recommendations and strengthening transparency in Pakistan’s banking system.
FIA officials said the investigation into Dr. Abbasi is ongoing, with further legal action contingent on emerging evidence. Authorities reaffirmed their commitment to strict enforcement of anti-money laundering laws.
