After India’s response to the horrific Pahalgam attack in Kashmir, many Pakistani artists criticised India as well as the armed forces. This led to the government banning several accounts of Pakistani actors. Now, two months after the tensions, many on the internet noticed that the ban had been lifted, with the likes of Mawra Hocane and more reappearing. Read to know more.
Ban On Pakistani Actors’ Instagram Lifted?
Unlike before, Instagram accounts of many Pakistani actors like Mawra Hocane, Yumna Zaidi, Ahad Raza Mir, and Danish Taimoor are now visible. All of them had their account inaccessible in India after the Pahalgam attack and Operation. However, as of July 2, screenshots of their accounts are getting viral on social media. While many questioned this decision of lifting the ban, others suggested letting it go as they were just ‘B-list’ Pakistani celebs.
People commented, “Not required! Well, I don’t know who these artists are. Never watched any dramas or movies, or shows from that country! Never followed anyone.” There has been no official statement from the Ministry of Information and Technology on whether the restriction has been lifted or if this is an error in Instagram’s algorithms. However, many other Pakistani actors like Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan, and Hania Aamir’s accounts still remain banned.
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Pakistani actors’ Instagram ban lift has created major debate in the country. Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh is also facing criticism for the casting of Hania Aamir in his upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3. The ban on his music and films is also a major topic of debate in the country right now.
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