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Saba Qamar Calls Karachi Comment a Personal View After Backlash

Her use of 'Astaghfirullah' when asked about relocating to Karachi drew rebukes, splitting public reaction.

Overview

  • In a podcast exchange, Saba Qamar said she would not move to Karachi and added that she does not like the city.
  • She later posted on Instagram that she was sharing a personal perspective and that no disrespect was intended.
  • Qamar said her words were taken out of context and that coverage had exaggerated a passing remark.
  • Mishi Khan criticized the phrasing as hurtful to Karachi and urged greater respect for the city that hosts much television work.
  • Veteran actor Iffat Omar publicly supported Qamar’s right to her view, as online debate over the comment continued.