Prominent Pakistani Actresses Condemn Rising Harassment Incidents
Prominent Pakistani actresses Sajal Ali, Mahira Khan, Mariyam Nafees, Zara Noor Abbas, and Faiza Saleem have recently taken to social media to speak out against the increasing harassment of women in Pakistan. The collective outrage follows the release of a disturbing video in which a man on a motorcycle is seen groping a woman in an abaya and niqab, sparking widespread condemnation.
Mahira Khan posted a scene from the miniseries Razia on Instagram, a very strong scene. This scene, where khan’s character gives a biting commentary on the way society treats women. Apologies to dogs” is the caption on the scene where Khan’s character contests the dehumanization and the blaming of the victim that often goes along with sexual harassment. The declaration made, “Turning us women into meat, you’re willing to be called dogs? How incredible!” reflects the intensity of the critique.
Mariyam Nafees addressed victim-blaming culture directly, stating, “And that, ladies and gentlemen, is a fully covered woman! Zara Noor Abbas emphasized the negative impact on future generations, expressing regret with, “I wish I was allowed to murder.
It is definitely a serious issue as is proven by the fact that these actresses have come to a united front, and it is clear that something in the system needs to change. The combination of all of their voices offers a promise of a society in which women can walk alone without fear and harrassment is simply not tolerated.
