Hamza Ali Abbasi is a renowned Pakistani actor known for his powerful performances in hit dramas like Pyare Afzal, Mann Mayal, and Alif. A part from his acting, Hamza gained immense attention for his sudden shift towards religious awakening, following his marriage to actress Naimal Khawar. He announced stepping away from mainstream media to focus on spreading Islamic teachings. However, he often finds himself in the spotlight for his controversial takes on Islamic ideology.

Recently, a podcast clip of Hamza Ali Abbasi has gone viral in which he discusses the concept of hijab in Islam. In the clip, Hamza says, “Is covering the head compulsory? No, it’s not compulsory. Only once in Surah Ahzab I read that it was instructed to the Prophet’s family and wives to cover their head, and all the other Muslim women are exempted from it.”

Hamza Ali Abbasi’s controversial statement has sparked heated debates online, with many strongly condemning his extremely false interpretation. A social media user wrote, “He is an unfortunate man! He has his own false interpretations of Islam. Sad to see such mature people becoming victims of liberal ideas. One fan said, “Oh Brother, don’t instruct your wife to take Hijab but don’t make other Muslim women rebellious by such wrong interpretations”. Many quoted Quranic verse which says, “Surah Al-Ahzab (33:59): O Prophet! Tell your wives and your daughters and the women of the believers to draw their Hijab (outer garments) over themselves. That is more likely that they will be recognized and not abused” . A fan gave a reality check to Hamza Ali Abbasi, saying, “There is no significance to his words in matters of religion. He belongs to the field of TV and films, so he should stick to that. He is not someone who belongs to the domain of religion”

A resurfaced interview clip shows actor Sami Khan recalling the day Alizeh Shah and Minsa Malik got into an altercation on the set of their drama Muhabbat Ki Akhri Kahani.

In the video shared by 365 Entertainment, Khan says he was on an important phone call in the makeup room when a visibly nervous actress entered and said, “I did what I understood. I don’t know.”

Khan responded, “What happened? Is everything okay?” Before he could understand the situation, another actress entered the room. According to Khan, “They exchanged a few words—words I won’t repeat—and then she threw a shoe at the first actress.”

Khan walked out of the room while still on the call and immediately asked the staff what had happened. He says the staff told him one actress had slapped the other first, escalating the confrontation.

Describing the incident as a misunderstanding, Khan explained, “Nothing like that had happened during the shoot, and even if someone had a complaint, slapping isn’t the right way to handle it.”

He praised the actress who got slapped, saying, “I appreciate her for continuing the shoot. She could’ve walked off set, but she didn’t.”

In recent days, Alizeh Shah has publicly shared her version of events through Instagram stories and videos. She accused industry insiders of running a smear campaign to damage her reputation and claimed that people mistreated her on set and then blamed her after the incident.

Addressing the altercation with Minsa Malik, Alizeh alleged, “Minsa slapped me first, and I threw a shoe in response.” She said Sami Khan witnessed the entire incident.

She also accused the production team of pressuring her not to file an FIR, adding, “The next morning, they created a scandal, falsely accusing me of tearing Minsa’s clothes and starting the fight.”

This resurfaced interview adds new context to the controversy, reigniting debate over professionalism and accountability in the entertainment industry.

Also Read: “Being Famous and Being an Actor Are Not the Same,” Says Sami Khan

Aashir Wajahat literally grew up in front of the camera. From delivering standout performances in Mai Kukkoo Aur Woh and Karachi Se Lahore as a child actor, to producing chart-topping songs like Sadqay and Peetal, he has steadily carved a place for himself in Pakistan’s entertainment industry.

In a recent appearance on Excuse Me with Ahmad Ali Butt, Wajahat shared how he continues to navigate his career while balancing the pressures of media exposure and family legacy.

“I was born into acting,” he said while reflecting on his journey. “I really enjoyed being on set as a kid and learned a lot. Even now, if given the choice, I’d still pick acting—though maybe I’d start later in life.”

Starting Young in Film

Wajahat’s acting career began almost naturally. “I memorised my lines quickly and never got nervous in front of the camera,” he recalled. “That signaled to my parents that I might be good at it, so I started taking roles as they came.”

He fondly remembered his early experiences. “I did my first film at 13. I always found film sets fascinating. That, along with the attention I received, really pulled me in.”

However, growing up in a showbiz family eventually weighed on him. “There was a lot of pressure. My father’s a well-known director-screenwriter, and my mother produces films. Taking a break helped me reassess where I was headed.”

Returning with John

Wajahat returned to the screen in 2023 with the critically acclaimed John. “When I came back, I knew I had to win the audience over. If I succeeded, I could finally prove myself as an actor,” he said. “That experience humbled me. I don’t find shoots as difficult now.”

Laughing, he added, “It was also the only film I was offered at the time—so I had to take it.”

While John received praise from within the industry, Wajahat admitted it didn’t launch him into stardom overnight. “I’m taking things slow,” he said. “The film taught me patience. It took so long to make and left me drained. I’ve become more careful about the projects I choose now.”

Facing Media Pressure

Wajahat also opened up about his evolving relationship with social media. “I’ve had a bittersweet connection with it,” he said. “I’ve faced a lot of online hate, and people often label me a product of nepotism. These days, I only use social media as a billboard for my work—I don’t share my personal life.”

Looking back, he admitted, “I used to be naive and posted every song cover or picture. Over time, I realised that while it’s good to engage with fans, it also invites a lot of criticism.”

He doesn’t blame the audience. “When you put your life online, it becomes public property. People have a right to comment—you can’t complain.”

Often trolled for his music, Wajahat said, “At first, the trolling upset me. But then I reflected and realised I had to work on myself—and I did.”

The podcast also touched on his controversial videos with Hania Aamir that went viral and sparked rumours of an alleged affair. Social media users accused the two of promoting indecency.

When asked if that incident made him retreat from social media, Wajahat replied, “Yes, I think it did. An actor said something very wise to me after that: ‘As long as you’re seen with famous people, people will know you for their stories—not your work. Focus on your work so it can speak for itself.’”

Wajahat has since grown more protective of his privacy. “I realised I don’t want to be known for hanging out with friends. That shouldn’t make headlines. I’m still friends with these people, but I keep it private now. It just became too much.”

Also Read: Aashir Wajahat Hopes ‘Sadqay’ Catches Shah Rukh Khan’s Attention