Humaima Malick defends Feroze Khan amid media controversy
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Humaima Malick, the sister of actor Feroze Khan, has defended him following an incident that sparked public backlash. Feroze, known for his fiery personality, recently made headlines after arriving late at press conference.
When questioned by journalist Ambreen Fatima about making the media wait, Feroze responded by stating that it is the fans, not the media, who make actors stars.
His comments were met with criticism, though his fans stood by him, noting that he apologised shortly after the incident.
In her defence of Feroze, Humaima Malick shared her views on Instagram, emphasising that actors owe their fame to their fans, not the media. She even conducted a poll on her social media to support her stance.
However, her justification prompted further debate on social media, with many users arguing that the real issue Feroze's lateness was being overshadowed by the debate over what makes an artist a star.
Critics reminded that the media plays an important role in promoting artists and making them known to the public.
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