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Express Tribune
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
No right to criticise, says Sabeena Farooq
In a recent Instagram Story, Sabeena Farooq spoke up against the rampant criticism celebrities receive on every action. Calling out those who fuel the trolling, she said, "Not everyone with a blue tick has the right to criticise and call out celebrities (mind you, there are many). Enough with this. We talk, protest, do everything, and still get trolled." Sabeena urged netizens to walk in the shoes of showbiz artists before raising a finger. "You are not receiving thousands of abusive messages everyday, it's us. Come and take our place first, then talk," she emphasised. "Also, just because a few artists don't speak up doesn't mean you should hold the entire artist community accountable. Period." The Mann Jogi actor's comments come at a time when Pakistani celebrities are at odds with their Bollywood counterparts and the Indian media for supporting India's deadly 'Operation Sindoor'. In the recent past, many Pakistani showbiz professionals have spoken up against India's war-mongering attitude towards Pakistan. Sabeena was among those who condemned India's aerial attack on Pakistani civilians. "It's sad. It's sickening. I don't want to talk about countries, but do we really want to witness this? Watch innocent people die and call it a Modi celebration? Killing people in the dark is plain cruel!" Expressing sharp disapproval of the hate campaigning, she added, "I hope and pray that no innocent life is hurt by our side because you can hate us all you want, but we don't and will never support any harm done to an innocent human being." True to her words, Sabeena earlier joined her peers in grieving over the attack in Pahalgam in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). "Whether it is Palestine or Pahalgam, homes have been uprooted and people have seen their loved ones get killed before their eyes. Those who've departed are dead, and those who've been left behind will die everyday. We can't fathom the pain of these people." Urging netizens and the media to respond respectfully, she continued, "Please, Pakistani social media, not everything is a joke. Please allow some empathy to find you. As for Indian media, don't spread hate and don't brainwash people. Show some responsibility. Pain should not be made into an opportunity." Along with Sabeena, many Pakistani artists called out the Indian media for spreading misinformation during the period of crisis. Celebrities such as Farhan Saeed and Umair Jaswal were prompt in criticising irresponsible reporting and fake news. Umair wrote on Instagram Stories, "Open your eyes, neighbours."
Hindustan Times
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Pakistani actors Farhan Saeed, Sabeena Farooq call Indian media ‘agitator' for ‘spreading hate' after Pahalgam attack
The Pahalgam terror attack, which took the lives of 26 civilians, shook the country to its core. The brutal incident was condemned not only by Bollywood celebrities but also by Pakistani actors. Now, popular Pakistani actors Farhan Saeed and Sabeena Farooq have accused the Indian media of 'spreading hate'. (Also Read: Fawad Khan, Hania Aamir and Mawra Hocane condemn Pahalgam terror attack: 'Tragedy anywhere is a tragedy for all of us') On Friday, Farhan took to social media and penned a note about the Indian media's coverage of the Pahalgam attack. He wrote, "As much as it's sad what happened in #pahalgam, it's cringe-worthy to see Indian media, the most irresponsible and the agitator! Not the first time and I am sure not the last, it'll keep getting worse. For their TRPs they will say anything and if God forbid anything happens between these two countries, they'll be the first ones to run and the people of both countries will suffer! Act responsibly!" His Suno Chanda co-star Sabeena Farooq also accused the media of spreading hate and wrote on Instagram, "Be it Palestine or Pahalgam, people have been killed in front of their loved ones, houses have been destroyed. The ones who died are gone, and the ones who survived will die every day. We cannot even imagine the pain they are going through. Please, Pakistani social media, everything is not a joke. Have some empathy. And Indian media, don't spread hate and brainwash people. Show some responsibility. Not every crisis is an opportunity." For the unversed, Farhan is one of the most popular actors in Pakistan, who also enjoys a fan base in India because of his shows like Suno Chanda, Mere Humsafar, Mere Ajnabi and more. He has also lent his voice to the song Thodi Der in the Arjun Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor-starrer Half Girlfriend. Sabeena is also a well-known actor in Pakistan and has been a part of hit shows like Suno Chanda, Tere Bin, Kabuli Pulao, Mann Jogi, and more. Several other Pakistani actors such as Hania Aamir, Mawra Hocane, Mahira Khan and Fawad Khan also expressed their grief over the Pahalgam terror attack. The attack, which took place on Tuesday, 22 April, enraged Indian citizens, who have been demanding strict action against those who killed the innocent Indian tourists in Pahalgam. PM Modi also cut short his official trip to Saudi Arabia upon hearing the news.
Express Tribune
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Sabeena Farooq's injury stirs sympathy on IG
On Wednesday, Pakistani actor Sabeena Farooq posted a seemingly innocuous story on Instagram: a bleeding cut from her bangle. But what followed was nothing short of a digital avalanche of concern, flirtation, and comedic timing, turning a small injury into a larger commentary on fandom and how social media reshapes desire. "I posted a random story (on my IG) of a cut from my bangle which was bleeding," Farooq said in a follow-up story. "Going through my inbox, it appears that half of Pakistan felt that cut." What began as a physical scratch turned into a scratch at the surface of celebrity-fan dynamics. Farooq, known for her sharp roles and even sharper wit, continued: "Boys, it's because of you that we (female actors) aren't committing to anyone. We think that half of Pakistan is already ready to spoil us, even if it's all a farce and limited to messages. But this is what our social media is telling us." There's something undeniably tongue-in-cheek about the way she frames it, playful but pointed. If every paper cut gets met with 500 "Ouch" replies and a dozen faux marriage proposals, why settle down at all? "Why should we commit to one person?" the Kabuli Pulao star asked, rhetorically. "So these messages you're sending us: 'Ouch,' 'Oh God!' 'Should I come?' 'Should I take you to the doctor?' 'Should I bandage it?' Keep sending us these messages, since we won't be committing to one person any time soon." Fan reactions ranged from the heart-eyed to the hilarious to the very serious. "Check out her choice of words" one follower commented, picking up on the star's satire. Another said, "Our whole nation is useless," another added, expressing concern about the state of the country's youth. It appears that in the age of social media, even a cut can go viral, and no one wants to miss the chance to be the hero in the comments. On the work front, Sabeena was last seen in the hit drama Mann Jogi, where her powerful performance as Aaliya captured viewers' hearts. Prior to that, she was lauded for her performance as Barbeena in Kabuli Pulao. Fans are eagerly awaiting her next project, but if her Instagram antics are anything to go by, it's clear that whether on-screen or off, Farooq knows how to keep her audience engaged.
Express Tribune
25-03-2025
- Automotive
- Express Tribune
Show grace on the road, says Sabeena Farooq
On Monday, actor Sabeena Farooq used her Instagram story to deliver an important message for car drivers, especially during the days leading up to Eid and on the festive occasion itself. The actor urged drivers to be considerate of motorcyclists, particularly families riding together to enjoy Eid festivities, emphasising the need for patience and kindness on the road. "If you have a big car, demonstrate great grace too," Farooq wrote. She highlighted the significance of these moments for families who may not often get such opportunities to celebrate together. "Be civil with bike riders who are out with their families for Eid festivities. This is their joy." Farooq explained how being hostile towards other drivers and vehicles creates senseless fear and frustration among everyone on the road, frustration that can otherwise be easily avoided. "There's no need to honk the horn so loudly that children on bikes get scared," she said. The actor also addressed situations where motorcyclists may unintentionally move into a car's lane. Appealing for understanding, she added, "If they've teetered into your lane a little, be patient unless you fear a collision." Farooq's appeal comes at a time when Pakistan has witnessed a series of devastating road incidents. On Monday, a man and his pregnant wife were killed when a water tanker collided with their motorcycle on Karachi's main Sharae Faisal road. The couple was en route to a hospital for a routine check-up when the accident occurred. In another tragic event on February 16, eleven people lost their lives, and seven others were injured in two separate road accidents in Punjab province. These incidents highlight the pressing need for improved road safety measures and heightened awareness among drivers.
