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Express Tribune
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Pakistani celebrities use satire to mock India's social media ban
Listen to article Several Pakistani celebrities have spoken out after discovering that their Instagram profiles have been blocked in India, following a government request reportedly linked to rising tensions between the two countries after the April 22 Pahalgam attack. Indian users attempting to access these accounts are now met with a restriction notice stating: 'Your user is unavailable in India because of a legal request, we have to restrict access to your user.' Actors including Yasir Hussain, Aijaz Aslam, Sajal Aly, and others reacted with humour and criticism on social media. Mansha Pasha reposted the access warning and commented on how swiftly the ban was implemented. Ushna Shah light-heartedly blamed her account's restriction on her tendency to share Pakistan-India memes. Comedian Ali Gul Pir addressed his Indian audience directly, encouraging them to use VPNs. Content creator Arslan Naseer jokingly called out Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi: 'Modi bro you banned me in India? What's next? Will you complain to my Ammi?' Some responses were more pointed. Actor Zhalay Sarhadi called the move 'desperate' and questioned its effectiveness. 'By banning, what are you trying to prove? Are you scared or something?' she asked, also highlighting the availability of VPN tools. Other artists, such as Mishi Khan and Hina Altaf, also joined the conversation through skits and Instagram reels, mocking the ban and its broader implications for cultural expression.
Express Tribune
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Aijaz Aslam reflects on his mother's passing
In a post shared to social media on Friday, actor Aijaz Aslam reflected on the emotions of spending his first Ramazan after his mother's passing last year. "This Ramazan feels profoundly different without you, Ammi. As I sit in the place where you once sat and had iftari, the emptiness of your absence weighs heavily on my heart. The iftar table is filled with beautiful dishes, and the prayers echo through the evening, yet everything feels unfinished," he wrote. Building on the gravity of the loss, he added, "Your love, warm smile, and gentle touch remain precious memories that I hold dear, but they only remind me of how deeply I miss you this year. I find myself yearning for your comforting presence more than ever." Aslam added a prayer for his beloved mother in the heartfelt note. "May Allah envelop you in His peace and illuminate your resting place with His light. You are missed more than words can express, and my heart aches for you." Enduring his insurmountable grief, the Cheekh actor ended his post on a hopeful note. "I can only imagine how wonderful it must be for you and Abbu to share iftar in Jannah, sending blessings to Mifra, Bushra, Farah (my sisters), and all your grandchildren. Missing you so much." He punctuated his note with the hashtag #FirstRamazanWithoutYou. Aslam announced the heartbreaking news of his mother's passing in October. The veteran actor's grief was palpable as he penned a tribute to his beloved mother. "My beautiful mother just left this world for a better place. Her kindness, love, and wisdom will forever remain in my heart. As we grieve her loss, I kindly ask you all to keep her in your thoughts and prayers. May her soul find eternal peace," he wrote, asking for prayers and reflection during the difficult time. Aslam's note revealed the depth of his loss, as he remembered his mother for her beautiful qualities which were evident in the love she shared with her family. The note was accompanied by a video of his mother in the hospital. The sombre clip brought out an intimate and vulnerable side to Aslam. The actor's post resonated with fans and friends, as they left their condolences, prayers and messages of support in the comments. Many spoke about how the bond between a mother and child is irreplaceable.
