Pakistani Actresses Unite Against Harassment in Pakistan on Social Media

• Pakistani actresses have come together on social media.
• Their collective outrage follows a disturbing video.
• The video shows a man groping a woman in an abaya.

Prominent Pakistani actresses Sajal Ali, Mahira Khan, Mariyam Nafees, Zara Noor Abbas, and Faiza Saleem have come together on social media to condemn the rising incidents of harassment against women in Pakistan. Their collective outrage follows a disturbing video showing a man on a motorcycle groping a woman in an abaya and niqab, which has sparked widespread condemnation.

Mahira Khan, using her role in the miniseries Razia, shared a powerful scene on Instagram with the caption, “With apologies to dogs.” In the scene, Khan’s character delivers a scathing critique of societal attitudes toward women, challenging the dehumanization and victim-blaming that often accompany harassment. She declares, “Turning us women into meat, you’re willing to be called dogs? How incredible!”

Mariyam Nafees challenged victim-blaming culture, stating, “And that, ladies and gentlemen, is a fully covered woman!” Zara Noor Abbas highlighted the impact on future generations, lamenting, “I wish I was allowed to murder.” Faiza Saleem called for public shaming of harassers, and Sajal Ali expressed despair about the normalization of harassment.

The actresses’ unified stand underscores the severity of the harassment issue and the need for systemic change. Their voices offer hope for a future where women can live without fear.

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