As tensions escalated once again between Pakistan and India following the recent Pehelgam attack, Pakistani celebrities have taken to social media to denounce India's unprovoked aggression and express solidarity with their homeland.
According to reports, India targeted civilian areas in Muridke, Bahawalpur, and Azad Kashmir in a late-night attack, despite failing to present concrete evidence linking Pakistan to the incident in Pehelgam. The attack follows a digital crackdown by India, which included bans on Pakistani YouTube channels and celebrity Instagram accounts.
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Pakistan responded swiftly, with its forces downing several Indian Air Force jets within the Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) region, according to early military reports.
The entertainment industry, frequently perceived as a representative of the public, did not remain silent. Celebrities such as Fawad Khan, Muneeb Butt, Hania Aamir, Bilal Abbas Khan, and Urwa Hocane shared their reactions online.
Fawad Khan and Hania Aamir took a diplomatic approach, emphasizing the need for de-escalation and peace in the region. Their posts highlighted the human cost of war and the importance of dialogue over violence.
On the other hand, actors like Muneeb Butt and Bilal Abbas Khan expressed more forceful views. Their messages strongly condemned India's repeated provocations and called for international attention to what they described as India’s aggressive tactics against civilians.
The statements by Pakistani stars have been widely appreciated by fans and citizens, who praised them for using their platforms to stand up for the nation and promote unity during turbulent times.
As the situation remains tense, voices from the arts and entertainment sector continue to play a crucial role in shaping public sentiment and promoting peace.
