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Express Tribune
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Hania Aamir calls out IG editor over false claims
Hania Aamir is no longer holding back against accounts spreading misinformation about her. Instagram user and video editor Noor Raiz recently claimed that the Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum star commented under one of his posts, asking for information about a certain product. In a direct response, Hania shared the reel on Instagram Stories, urging her fans to not believe everything they see about her on the internet. "This isn't that serious," she first affirmed. Addressing those making false claims about her, she continued, "But just like this, you people write and say whatever you want, you make up these conversations and believe whatever anyone tells you, and you keep playing amongst yourselves." As a gentle but firm plea, she added, "What are you doing? Fact-check, my loves." The wake-up call comes days after the actor clarified that her public account (@haniaheheofficial) is her one and only Instagram handle, requesting her followers not to interact with any other accounts claiming to be her. "This is the only account I have on Instagram. In case anyone is getting any requests from other accounts posing as me, please report them. Thank you," she wrote. Earlier, the Janaan actor publicly refuted a viral social media post falsely attributed to her in the wake of the attack in Pahalgam. The fake post, which circulated widely across Instagram and X, claimed Hania blamed the Pakistan Army for the attack and appealed to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to spare Pakistani civilians in the aftermath. The alleged post, styled to look like an Instagram Story from the actor's account, accused Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, of orchestrating the violence. It also urged the Indian government to differentiate between military decisions and the sentiments of the Pakistani public. But Hania firmly denounced the quote, calling it entirely fabricated and misrepresentative of her views. "Recently, a statement has been falsely attributed to me and is being widely circulated on social media. I want to address this directly: I did not make this statement, and I do not endorse or align with the words being linked to me," she said on her verified Instagram account. "It is entirely fabricated and misrepresents who I am and what I believe." Hania was also among the Pakistani celebrities who condemned the attack, mourning the lives lost though not without defending her country against unverified claims. "In times like these, it's easy to let emotions cloud our judgment," she wrote, "but we must remember: the actions of extremists do not represent an entire nation or its people. Assigning blame without proof only deepens divides and distracts from the real need for compassion, justice, and healing."
Express Tribune
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Hania Aamir warns of users impersonating her
In an Instagram Story shared on Wednesday, Hania Aamir clarified that her public account (@haniaheheofficial) is her one and only Instagram handle, requesting her followers not to interact with any other accounts claiming to be her. "This is the only account I have on Instagram. In case anyone is getting any requests from other accounts posing as me, please report them. Thank you," she wrote. Criticising the move, netizens were quick to question Hania for following a now-deactivated account, @naaamtousunahogaa. They also linked the Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum star to the account due to its posts, which prominently featured her. "Then why did she follow the account and deactivated it?" a user wondered. Hania also drew backlash for posting the personal update while the country wards off war. "There are more important things in the world, Miss Hania," a user wrote, while another said, "Seriously, even now she's thinking about her account?" Earlier, the Janaan actor publicly refuted a viral social media post falsely attributed to her in the wake of the attack in Pahalgam. The fake post, which circulated widely across Instagram and X, claimed Hania blamed the Pakistan Army for the attack and appealed to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to spare Pakistani civilians in the aftermath. The alleged post, styled to look like an Instagram Story from the actor's account, accused Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, of orchestrating the violence. It also urged the Indian government to differentiate between military decisions and the sentiments of the Pakistani public. But Hania firmly denounced the quote, calling it entirely fabricated and misrepresentative of her views. "Recently, a statement has been falsely attributed to me and is being widely circulated on social media. I want to address this directly: I did not make this statement, and I do not endorse or align with the words being linked to me," she clarified in a statement shared on her verified Instagram account. "It is entirely fabricated and misrepresents who I am and what I believe." Hania was also among the Pakistani celebrities who condemned the attack, mourning the lives lost though not without defending her country against unverified claims. "In times like these, it's easy to let emotions cloud our judgment," she wrote, "but we must remember: the actions of extremists do not represent an entire nation or its people. Assigning blame without proof only deepens divides and distracts from the real need for compassion, justice, and healing."
Express Tribune
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Farhan, Armeena react to India's Instagram ban
In the latest fallout of the ongoing cultural freeze between India and Pakistan, several Pakistani celebrities have reacted sharply to Indian authorities banning their Instagram accounts. The ban, imposed after the Pahalgam attack, has drawn sharp responses from the entertainment industry in Pakistan, including singer-actor Farhan Saeed and film star Armeena Khan. Farhan, who rose to fame with the band Jal and has since acted in several acclaimed television serials, posted a pointed message on social media on Friday. "What started as a war has turned into a high school blocking game. Your loss," he wrote. "All the love to Indian fans who are victims of this. I pray that sense prevails and you can see your favourite stars again." Armeena, known for her performances in Bin Roye and Janaan, also shared her thoughts. "I'm not too bothered [by the ban]," she said. "I just feel for the fans who were always supportive of me and believed in peace." Several other celebrities on this side of the border have voiced their reactions to India's continued ban on Pakistani artists. Actor Yasir Hussain responded sarcastically, urging followers to not take the ban too seriously, while actor-comedian Arsalan Naseer joked about blaming Fawad Khan for the situation, adding a comic twist. Meanwhile, actor Zhalay Sarhadi took a firmer stance, questioning the motives behind the ban and reminding everyone that VPNs exist. Comedian Ali Gul Pir responded with a playful apology to his Indian followers, reaffirming his goodwill. The unofficial ban on Pakistani actors in India, in place since 2016, resurfaced in public discourse following renewed political tensions in early 2025. The original catalyst was the 2016 Uri attack, after which the Indian Motion Picture Producers Association (IMPPA) announced a bar on Pakistani artists working in Bollywood, citing national security concerns. This industry-level decision was later upheld by the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA), framing the issue as one of patriotism over cultural exchange. In 2018, a petition was filed in the Bombay High Court challenging the constitutionality of the ban, arguing it violated the freedom of artistic expression and cultural rights, but the appeal was dismissed, with the court observing that such decisions were within the government's diplomatic purview. Despite no official state order, the ban has been enforced across casting decisions, promotions, and now, digital platforms, evidenced by the 2025 blocking of several Pakistani celebrity Instagram accounts. While institutional barriers remain, Pakistani actors and musicians who once found massive popularity in India, from Mahira Khan to Atif Aslam, continue to advocate for cultural dialogue and mutual respect. As Farhan poignantly stated, "I pray that sense prevails."
Mint
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
India's crackdown on Pak's soft power: From Hania Aamir to Ali Zafar; artists whose Instagram handles are ‘restricted'
Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan after a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people, the Indian government has intensified its crackdown on Pakistan's soft power. Pakistani celebrities including Hania Aamir, Mahira Khan, Ali Zafar, Sanam Saeed, Bilal Abbas, Iqra Aziz, Imran Abbas, and Sajal Aly have had their Instagram accounts restricted in India. Indian users attempting to view these profiles are now met with a message that reads: 'Account not available in India. This is because we compiled with a legal request to restrict this content.' Photo: Instagram. Mahira Khan's Instagram account not available in India. Hania Aamir, a Pakistani actor who rose to fame with her debut in the 2016 film Janaan, quickly became a household name. She has since starred in several popular Pakistani dramas, including Mere Humsafar, Mujhe Pyaar Hua Tha, Ishqiya, and Anaa. In addition to her success in Pakistan, Hania also enjoys a large fan following in India. At a recent event in Manchester, she was asked whether she would consider working in Bollywood films or music videos. Known for her interest in Bollywood music and cinema, Hania responded, 'Whenever this question is asked, it feels like it's something wrong to do. But it's art, and I don't have any problem with it. So, whenever I get an opportunity that seems fun and makes me feel like I can do well in it, then why not?' Meanwhile, India has banned the official YouTube channel of Pakistan's Army's ISPR, effectively halting its propaganda within the country. Screengrab from the YouTube. Earlier on Tuesday, the veteran screenwriter and poet Javed Akhtar told PTI that there's virtually 'no warmth left' in India-Pakistan cultural relations today, adding that this is not an appropriate time to even consider whether Pakistani artists should be permitted to work in India. "This could be thought about in better times and hopefully after some years some sense will prevail. And there'll be a better attitude towards India from the establishment of Pakistan. And then this can be considered. But at the moment, this question should not be asked. Not possible," Akhtar told PTI in an interview. Akhtar further stated that blocking Pakistani artists in India would only benefit the army and fundamentalists in Pakistan, who desire a deep divide between the two nations. He noted, "They don't want Pakistanis to witness the kind of freedom and privileges that every Indian citizen enjoys... This distance is what suits them." Akhtar's remarks follow government sources' statements from last week, revealing that the film Abir Gulaal, which stars Pakistani actor Fawad Khan, will not be permitted for theatrical release in India, PTI reported. This decision comes in the wake of increasing demands to ban the film, which was originally scheduled to release on May 9, after a terrorist attack in Kashmir's scenic Pahalgam mountains on April 22 that claimed 26 lives. (With inputs from agencies) First Published: 1 May 2025, 09:41 AM IST
Express Tribune
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Armeena shares throwback photo of daughter Amelie
On Sunday, actor Armeena Khan shared a throwback photo of her daughter, Amelie Isla, as a wide-eyed infant on her Instagram story. The image showed the baby wearing an adorable flowery headband, looking directly at the camera. "It breaks my heart to think that I'll never meet this version of my baby again," wrote the Meri Tanhai actor. "To see her grow is a beautiful feeling but it is also bittersweet." Armeena and her husband, British politician Fesyl Khan, welcomed their daughter in February 2023. The couple had announced the pregnancy privately and revealed the birth a few weeks later through a social media post, thanking fans for their support and well wishes. Since becoming a mother, Armeena has shared occasional updates about her daughter's milestones, often reflecting on the emotional experience of motherhood. She has described the transition as life-changing, adding that it has shifted her perspective on time, work, and priorities by sharing unfiltered photos of her and her husband as new parents, writing: "The tiptoeing, the secret fears and a plethora of worries. This is what parenthood looks like without help. This is what they don't show you in movies." Professionally, Armeena has kept a relatively low profile since her daughter's birth. She has paused on-screen projects but has remained active on social media, engaging with fans and sharing updates related to causes she supports. She has also continued to speak about humanitarian issues, including mental health awareness and the global refugee crisis, especially in relation to the ongoing genocide in Palestine. Armeena rose to fame with her performances in television dramas like Rasme Duniya and films such as Janaan and Sherdil.
