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Express Tribune
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
'Not entertainment but dangerous storytelling'
In an Instagram Story shared on Monday, actor and model Aymen Saleem questioned the excessive display of abuse in local dramas. "Enough is enough. I'm deeply disturbed by the way a recent drama is portraying abuse — tying up a woman with ropes, showing it in a romantic or a bold light, and then normalising it as part of a love story. This isn't entertainment. It's dangerous storytelling," Aymen stated. She added that such plotlines can have detrimental effects in a country that's plagued with women's issues, including patriarchy, emotional and physical abuse, and societal pressure. "Media has the power to either reinforce or challenge these toxic norms. Dramas should offer relief, empowerment, and progress, not drag us back into justifying harm in the name of love," she said. The Chupke Chupke actor believes that Pakistani television has made strides in depicting "strong, self-aware female leads and breaking generational curses", which is what prompted her to question, "Why are we slipping back?" Aymen's insights are relevant to an industry that produces stories that often stem from strong grounds of morality and depart with positive takeaways. That is why, she believes, such uncensored violence against women has a negative impact. Adding a note to her showbiz peers, she said, "To the writers, producers, channels, and especially the actors: you have influence. People look up to you. Please choose your scripts and stories responsibly. This is not just fiction. This shapes culture." When it comes to her presence on social media, Aymen isn't afraid to speak her mind, whether it is to defend herself or others. In February, she penned a long note unleashing her frustration at netizens taking offence over wedding photos shared by then-newlyweds Kubra Khan and Gohar Rasheed. "The unnecessary moral policing that happens every time someone dares to live their life on their own terms is honestly exhausting," she said. The Paristan actor became well-acquainted with judgemental comments and 'moral policing' after posting pictures of her maternity shoot last November - a decision that raised concerns amongst netizens about her desire to follow 'Western' culture. In this instance, however, Aymen's anger stemmed from a place of empathy as she segued into Kubra and Gohar's wedding celebrations. "No one gets to question someone else's sincerity or faith based on how they choose to celebrate their joy," Aymen wrote. "Faith is personal. Celebration is personal. If you can't find it in yourself to be happy for others, the least you can do is mind your own business."
Express Tribune
24-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Mind your own business, says Aymen Saleem
Taking to her Instagram Stories over the weekend, actor Aymen Saleem penned a long note unleashing her frustration aimed at netizens taking offence over wedding photos shared by newly married showbiz couple Kubra Khan and Gohar Rasheed. "The unnecessary moral policing that happens every time someone dares to live their life on their own terms is honestly exhausting," began Aymen. The Chupke Chupke actor is well acquainted with being at the wrong end of judgemental comments and 'moral policing' after posting pictures of her maternity shoot last November – a decision that yielded some followers questioning her faith and desire to follow 'Western' culture. In this instance, however, Aymen's anger stemmed from a place of empathy as she segued into Kubra and Gohar's wedding celebrations. "A celebrity couple did their nikkah in a holy place, kept it simple, and then celebrated their wedding the way they wanted," continued Aymen. "How does that affect you? Why is it so hard for people to be happy for others instead of acting like self-appointed judges?" Kubra and Gohar initially won hearts after posting pictures of their intimate nikkah cermony, which took place in Makkah on February 12. However, the couple's post-nikkah festivities have sparked mixed reactions online, with commenters questioning Kubra's clothing choices and others remarking that lavishness has no place in religion. Bearing in mind all these comments, Aymen reminded her fans and followers that faith and celebration are both personal affairs. "No one gets to question someone else's sincerity or faith based on how they choose to celebrate their joy," wrote the actor. "Faith is personal. Celebration is personal. If you can't find it in yourself to be happy for others, the least you can do is mind your own business."
