Never one to soften her words, Saheefa Jabbar Khattak has once again found herself at the center of public conversation for her remarks about overseas Pakistanis and their often emotional ties to home.
The model-turned-actress, known as much for her outspoken nature as for her work in the fashion and entertainment industry, recently appeared on the talk show GupShab. During the conversation, she reflected on her own experience of moving abroad with her husband, offering a perspective that sharply contrasts with the nostalgic narratives often shared by expatriates.
While many public figures, including Sanam Jung, have openly discussed the emotional challenges of settling in a new country. Saheefa took a more critical stance. She questioned what she described as a pattern of contradiction among overseas Pakistanis, calling out what she perceives as a lack of honesty in how people talk about life abroad.
According to her, individuals who choose to relocate should fully embrace their new environment instead of romanticizing what they left behind. She emphasized that living overseas comes with structure, rules, and opportunities that many willingly accept, yet some continue to dwell on comforts they once had in Pakistan. In her view, this mindset reflects a kind of hypocrisy, enjoying the benefits of a new life while simultaneously longing for the conveniences of the old one.
Her comments quickly gained traction online, drawing mixed reactions; some social media users agreed with her straightforward take, appreciating her willingness to say what others might hesitate to voice. Others, however, felt her remarks overlooked the emotional complexities of migration; the quiet loneliness, the cultural disconnect, and the longing for familiarity that often accompanies starting over in a foreign land.
