The Karachi Bar Association recently issued an official condemnation, directing it towards renowned Pakistani actor Faysal Qureshi and a private media channel. They demanded an apology for allegedly tarnishing the reputation of the legal fraternity in their drama series, Zulm.
The condemnation, signed by General Secretary Ikhtiar Ali Channa and Chairman Human Rights Committee Zahid Hussain Soomro, expressed deep discontent with the portrayal of the legal profession in the drama Zulm, particularly highlighting Faysal’s alleged use of inappropriate language against lawyers.
What is the Purpose of Case?
According to the statement issued by the Bar Association, the depiction of the legal fraternity in the drama has been deemed contemptuous, leading to a significant dent in its reputation. The Association has unequivocally demanded an apology from all parties involved, including Faysal and the owner of the private media house.
Furthermore, the Association has indicated that it reserves the right to pursue legal action against the aforementioned parties, emphasising the seriousness of the matter.
Response of Faysal Qureshi
In response to the condemnation, Faysal took to Instagram to address the controversy. In a heartfelt video message, he expressed gratitude towards Kaiser Khan Nizamani, a lawyer of the Karachi High Court and Karachi Bar Court, who reached out to him to discuss the issue.
