Fawad Khan Faces Backlash After Attending ‘Abir Gulaal’ Music Launch in Dubai With Vaani Kapoor.
Pakistani heartthrob Fawad Khan has once again found himself at the center of controversy. Fawad Khan was recently seen at Global Village Dubai for the upcoming film, ‘Abir Gulaal’, on May 9. He was joined the stage with his Indian co-star Vaani Kapoor.
The event, which featured Fawad singing, dancing, and sharing a warm hug with Vaani, instantly went viral on social media platforms. While fans in Dubai seemed thrilled by his energetic performance, many netizens back home in Pakistan weren’t as impressed.
Critics online voiced their displeasure, questioning Fawad’s decision to collaborate with a Bollywood actress when, according to them, there is no shortage of immensely talented female stars in Pakistan. Names like Saba Qamar, Mehwish Hayat, Sajal Aly, Yumna Zaidi, and Ayeza Khan were brought up by users who felt Fawad’s preference for working with Indian artists was a slight against the local industry.
One user commented, *“He has access to the best actresses in Pakistan, but his obsession with Bollywood might end up being his downfall.”* Others went further, accusing him of having an “inferiority complex” and relying too much on PR machinery to maintain his image at home, while showing greater enthusiasm for cross-border projects.
The frustration among Pakistani fans seems rooted not only in his professional choices but also in his rare public appearances in Pakistan. “He barely shows up for local events, but he’s all in for an Indian film premiere abroad?” another user questioned.
Despite the criticism, Fawad’s fanbase remains loyal, with many defending his right to choose his projects and embrace regional collaboration in art and cinema. Whether this backlash will affect the success of ‘Abir Gulaal’ remains to be seen.