2017 is behind us. The year brought forth lessons learned, love lost and a journey of self-discovery for all. Our Pakistani celebrities took to social media to pour their hearts out, expressing what 2017 brought about and what resolutions they have set in stone for 2018. While some celebrities spent their New Year’s introspecting, others spent it with their family and friends. Here’s a roundup of all that your favorite celebrities were up to!

Mahira Khan posted a vintage polaroid, with a beautiful message dedicated to a personified 2017

Mahira expressed how 2017 was rather rugged for her, yet thanked the year for all the tribulations cast her way. Her positivity radiated through her string of heartfelt words, before a concerning eye shot over what 2018 might bring.

My dearest stranger than stranger things 2017, I’m going to keep it easy, even though you kept it rough. Thank you for the innumerable trials you threw my way that made me stronger and the insane amount of love that triumphed everything else. I have a feeling you might be a hard one to forget in the years to come. I will always look back at you with wonder and a smile. All my love x P.S I’m not sure if I can trust you but I’ll give it a try – put in a good word for me with 2018.

A post shared by Mahira Khan (@mahirahkhan) on Dec 31, 2017 at 7:44am PST

Sanam Saeed tweeted an inspiring message encouraging her followers to follow their heart

The actress formed a doctrine to ‘take risks, push boundaries, challenge yourselves, follow your heart and help others more than you did last year.’

Wishing you all…health and happiness and peace of mind for the new year. Take risks, push boundaries, challenge yourselves, follow your heart and help others more than you did last year! Naya saal mubarak aap sub ko ❤️???

— Sanam Saeed (@sanammodysaeed) December 31, 2017

Man of the industry Ahad Raza Mir rightfully declared how kind 2017 was to him, what with his overnight stardom after ‘Yakeen Ka Safar’

Ahad can’t wait to start 2018, what with his stellar 2017 careerwise. He dedicated his post to his fans, as he closed off the year with gratitude.

2017 changed everything for me. So to celebrate the new year I need to thank all my fans and the amazing people in my life. You guys made my year. Nothing without your love. And so to contrast with a nice message…here's a bad ass picture. Thanks @daniyalnaqvie for this amazing shot. #2018letsgo

A post shared by Ahad Raza Mir (@ahadrazamir) on Jan 1, 2018 at 12:51am PST

New kid on the block and heartthrob Bilal Abbas Khan posted his usual (very good looking) self-portrait with a thought-provoking quote

‘The only thing I learned in 2017 – the struggle ends when the gratitude begins.’

First thought of the first day!! The only thing i learned in 2017. The struggle ends when the gratitude begins Hello 2018 ?

A post shared by Bilal Abbas Khan Official (@bilalabbas_khan) on Jan 1, 2018 at 1:13am PST

Our bhaabi and national treasure Jemima Khan tweeted out a relatable AF tweet for her fans with the ever so comical twist!

The last day of the year can be incredibly dreadful for many, and Jemima made it SO much more bearable.

To those of you, for whom this is the worst night of the year, avoid instagram (#blessed) & countdowns culminating in that suicide inducing Scottish ditty. Life will be back to normal soon…??

— Jemima Goldsmith (@Jemima_Khan) December 31, 2017

Shaz Khan, who was lauded for his role as Daniyal on ‘Yakeen Ka Safar’ decided to take 2018 by its horns

His dogged determination and motivation to take on whatever comes really is something we can all incorporate into our own resolutions.

New Year! Another open invitation to do all that we want without any fear. Steady…GO #imagine #focus #getitdone #letitcome

A post shared by Shaz Khan (@shazli_khan) on Dec 31, 2017 at 11:54am PST

Maya Ali lit a burning lantern to celebrate the closing of 2017 and wished for nothing but endless happiness for the coming year

The actress emphasized how one mustn’t dwell on the past and must look to the future with hope, zest, and a smile.

Happy new year everyone… May this year bring a lot of happiness and positive changes in our lives Ameen… Try not to make the same mistakes as last year, try to make others happy and not only for your own purpose… Live and let Live… Wishing you all the best of health, wealth, peace, and success, may ALLAH guide us all on the right path… Ameen #happynewyear#2018 #peaceandlovetoall #grateful? #mayaali?

A post shared by Maya Ali (@official_mayaali) on Dec 31, 2017 at 3:58pm PST

Atif Aslam made the most of the last day of 2017 by painting the town red in Dubai

The singer’s optimism exuded that 2018 will be a great year.

Good bye 2017 – he was out on the streets last night , making the most of it and enjoyed like a sane human. 2018 I bet you are going to be amazing Inshallah Wish you a #happynewyear #fans #mydubai #atifaslam #aadeez

A post shared by Atif Aslam (@atifaslam) on Dec 31, 2017 at 4:38pm PST

Armeena Khan’s short message was no less profound, with her beautiful message dedicated to her fans

Armeena coupled her photo with ‘may you find your wings’ as she hoped for everyone to have ‘beautiful beginnings.’

Happy New Year to all my lovelies! May this year bring beautiful beginnings for you. May you find your wings ?‍♀️?? ✨✨?? #ArmeenaKhan #happynewyear #happy2018 All my love ✨ @endlessbeautystudio @mahrukh.akuly.jewelry @minahil.maneka

A post shared by Armeena Khan (@armeenakhanofficial) on Dec 31, 2017 at 3:19am PST

Mawra Hocane looked gorgeous as she simply hoped for 2018 to be ‘lit AF’

May 2018 be Lit af! ✨✨✨✨❤️? #Hello2018 #Midnight X

A post shared by MAWRA ? (@mawrellous) on Dec 31, 2017 at 10:59am PST

And Urwa and hubby Farhan looked smoking too as they rang in the year together

Lit in Love ! ?✨?#Hello2018 @farhan_saeed

A post shared by URWA Tul Wusqua HOCANE (@urwatistic) on Dec 31, 2017 at 7:50pm PST

Saba and apparent beau Arslan Faisal spent the last day of 2017 together, captioned with an adoring ‘first picture of 2018’

#Repost @arslan_faisal (@get_repost) ・・・ First picture of 2018:) with her ♥️ @sabaqamarzaman ♥️ Love Love and Love ♥️♥️♥️

A post shared by Saba Qamar (@sabaqamarzaman) on Dec 31, 2017 at 4:06pm PST

Humayun Saeed tweeted a sweet little gif as he hoped for everyone’s dreams to come true in 2018

Wishing you all a happy and prosperous new year. May all your wishes and desires come true in 2018! Sending lots of love pic.twitter.com/5akI09wmKF

— Humayun Saeed (@iamhumayunsaeed) December 31, 2017

Aiman Khan spent the night with her faves, Muneeb, Humaima and The Sabzwaris

Happy new year guys with loads of love and happiness ❤️ @humaimamalick @sairoz @momal15 @shahrozsabzwari @manzoorkhann

A post shared by AIMAN KHAN (@aimankhan.official) on Jan 1, 2018 at 2:08am PST

Zahid Ahmed, being the impeccable husband that he is, spent the night with his beautiful wife  as he posted a beautiful message on behalf of them both

They hoped that we all find the ‘courage to follow [our] dreams and live a life [we’re] proud of.

Happy new year to all my fans, friends and family 🙂 Me and my better half wish you all have the courage to follow your dreams and live a life you'll be proud of….and here's my advice for this year… "If you're going to stop and throw stones at every dog that barks in your way, you're not going to go very far" #zahidahmed #amnazahid #dreamers #2018 #newyear

A post shared by Zahid Ahmed (@zahid.ahmed.official) on Dec 31, 2017 at 11:50pm PST

Cricketer Mohammad Amir’s tweet will emotionally destroy you…his lovely little family color coordinated to declare a ‘Happy New Year’

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL, MAY IT BE FILLED WITH HAPPINESS, JOY N PROSPERITY FOR ALL OF US?????? pic.twitter.com/BH2J0m4Bq9

— Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) December 31, 2017

Mohammad Hafeez’s inspiring tweet prompted us all to work hard, and always forsee a light at the end of the tunnel

Happy new year to all ?, May this new calendar year 2018 bring all the Happiness , Respect & Prosperity to all of U , stay positive & work harder to achieve ur GOALS , ???

— Mohammad Hafeez (@MHafeez22) December 31, 2017

How did you celebrate the New Year? Which celebrity’s celebration was your favorite?