By our correspondent
LAHORE: Pakistani showbiz industry icons Nauman Ijaz and Saba Qamar are at the center of controversy after their bold scene in the newly released web series Mr. and Mrs. Shamim. The series, which airs on the Indian streaming platform ZEE5, revolves around a couple dealing with the hardships of living with AIDS.
While both Ijaz and Qamar are celebrated for their acting prowess, their recent appearance in a daring scene has sparked a wave of criticism on social media. The scene, which shows the two actors in an intimate embrace, has divided opinions, with many calling it inappropriate for a Pakistani audience.
Since the release, social media users have expressed their displeasure, questioning the actors’ choices and the direction of the industry towards such controversial content. The uproar underscores the ongoing debate within Pakistani society over the boundaries of on-screen content and the influence of global streaming platforms.
