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Ayesha Omar asks for more mental health help after the Peshawar grave desecration case.

Actor asks schools, colleges, and workplaces to make mental health help easier to get.

By Mahnoor | 23-09-2026

Ayesha Omar speaks about mental health support following the Peshawar grave desecration case
Ayesha Omar calls for greater mental health support after the Peshawar grave desecration case

Actor Ayesha Omar has asked for more mental health support in Pakistan after reports that a 19-year-old man was arrested in Peshawar for digging up and damaging the bodies of dead girls.

In an Instagram Story, Omar shared a report about this disturbing event and used it to point out what she called a bigger need to deal with psychological pain and emotional health across society.

“The whole nation of Pakistan needs urgent psychiatric and psychological therapy, at different levels,” she wrote, adding that she included herself because of “all the PTSD and traumas” she has gone through.

Omar also asked for mental health experts to be easier to reach in schools, colleges, and workplaces.

“I think it should be required in schools, colleges, and workplaces. We need experts coming in, instead of money help,” she said. “Give us therapy. Not dollars.”

Her comments came after police in Peshawar arrested a 19-year-old Afghan man. Police said they caught him digging up the body of a girl from a grave in the Shaikhan area. According to police, the suspect had also dug up several other graves that held girls’ bodies. Authorities said they were still investigating the case.

These disturbing reports caused concern and criticism on social media. Omar’s response shifted the focus to how violence and trauma affect people’s minds, and why it’s important to have better access to mental health care.

Omar has spoken openly before about mental health and emotional well-being. She has talked about how important it is to accept emotional weakness and to work on how we react emotionally. She has also joined talks that aim to spread awareness about mental health.

The actor has also shared her own struggles with stress and trust. She said she had dealt with overthinking and stress, and described healing as a process that never truly ends.

Her latest comments have again put mental health in the spotlight, especially the question of whether schools, colleges, and workplaces should give people more access to trained mental health experts.

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Saba Faisal calls viral fame a ‘sickness’ and criticizes edited clips taken out of context.

The actor also talks about industry manners, being on time, picking roles, and the career moment that defined ‘Humsafar’.

By Mahnoor | 23-09-2026

Saba Faisal speaks about viral fame and edited video clips
Saba Faisal addresses viral fame and the impact of edited clips taken out of context.

Veteran actor Saba Faisal recently talked to Vasay Chaudhry about how viral clips are made from her words. She said her words are often taken out of context, and this has hurt the good name she has worked many years to build.

Faisal has always spoken openly on shows, especially about marriage and family. She said the real problem isn’t what she says, but how her words are twisted online. She noted, “I don’t even say anything, and yet it still happens.” Because of this, she now takes longer breaks from public events.

She was direct about the harm this causes. “The respect and honour we have built over our entire lives gets severely disturbed when a couple of words are spliced together and edited into the video,” she said. This practice values going viral over telling the truth of what was really said.

For Faisal, this trend has turned into a kind of sickness. She called virality “a strange illness that has become so widespread.” She said people are obsessed with going viral, and it has become the easiest thing to do.

Her worries also touched on the entertainment industry losing basic professional respect. She said criticism of senior artists has become too casual and public. Problems on a set should be solved privately, not on TV.

She added, “You sit and criticise artists, and those people criticise who have no standing here, who have achieved nothing, who have nothing to their credit.” Internal issues, she said, should be settled behind closed doors instead of being aired for everyone to see.

Whether it is Sajal [Aly] or anyone else, a seasoned artist whom a big production company invests money in, you cannot just sit on a channel and criticize them like that. We are all people from the same industry; we are all here to support each other,” she said.
Faisal then turned to a quality she considers essential for professional success: being on time.

“A successful person is always someone who is punctual, who values time, and who knows how to keep their personal ego out of their work,” she said, calling consistency “the ultimate secret to success” while noting that fewer people in the industry seemed to focus on it.

When asked about the industry’s ongoing love for mother-in-law/daughter-in-law dramas, Faisal disagreed with the idea that the genre was simply about actors’ creative choices.

“It’s not for me; it’s because of people’s approach and mindset,” she said. “The part of society that watches television has these exact problems and ways of solving them, which is why production companies invest money in them.”

She was equally straightforward about how she picks her roles. “Whatever character gives me a good deal, good pay, and lots of screen time, I’ll take it.”

Looking back at her work, Faisal pointed to Humsafar as the show that changed how she saw acting.

“Before, I was always cast as a pretty lady in sarees with heavy makeup,” she said about her early parts. “When I did Humsafar, I learned what an actor truly craves, what they need, and how to perform. That was a turning point in my career.”

Outside of industry drama, Faisal credited her deliberately positive attitude for helping her handle tough times.

“A positive mindset should be everyone’s weapon. It supports you in hard moments and when you’re at your lowest,” she said, adding that she now saw hardship as something that ultimately strengthened her character rather than breaking it.

That same idea shaped how she viewed time. “The present moment is the best; it’s the highest,” she said, noting that nostalgia often made the past look better than it really was.

She carried this outlook into her personal life too, staying a strong believer in traditional family values and mutual respect—a view she had expressed before and continued to hold, even when it drew criticism.

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Learn to support your peers from Iqra Aziz and Saba Qamar.

The Suno Chanda actor wrote a touching message in reply to Qamar’s public appreciation at an event in London.

By Mahnoor | 22-09-2026

Iqra Aziz and Saba Qamar sharing a message about supporting fellow actors
Iqra Aziz and Saba Qamar highlight the importance of supporting your peers.

Iqra Aziz praised her fellow actor Saba Qamar in a heartfelt message shared on Sunday, calling her one of the “best” actors in Pakistan.

The Suno Chanda star shared her thoughts in an Instagram story after a video clip of Qamar praising Aziz’s acting skills went viral.

“You honestly have no idea how much your words mean to me. You are one of the best actors this country has had the chance to see, and I’ve looked up to you for a long time. I’ve watched Hindi Medium more times than I can count and have learned so much from watching you. So to hear these words from you feels incredibly special and honestly, a little unreal. I feel so honored. Thank you so, so much,” Aziz wrote.

The heartwarming moment started when Qamar showed up at a fan event in London on Friday. The host, Azfar Rehman, asked the Muamma star which young actress she would pick to play her in a movie about her life.

“I really like Iqra Aziz. She’s such a talented actress. Just look at her work. She’s got this kind of fire we keep talking about,” Qamar said.

Aziz’s Instagram story reminded everyone that when someone gives you genuine appreciation, it deserves to be given back in the same way.

This exchange also points to a bigger change in the industry, where actors, especially women, are now speaking out more about each other’s work instead of staying quiet and competitive. Aziz’s choice to publicly honor Qamar’s legacy, and Qamar’s willingness to praise a younger peer, suggests a culture that is slowly making room for generosity and kindness.

It’s always nice to see top stars supporting each other — and this exchange was a lovely reminder of that.

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Jannat Mirza speaks out against the misuse of women’s faces in fake videos.

An influencer is asking for stronger actions against the people who used her face without asking her first.

By Mahnoor | 22-09-2026

Jannat Mirza speaks against the misuse of women’s faces in fake videos
Jannat Mirza raises concerns over the misuse of women’s faces in fake videos

Influencer Jannat Mirza has gone online to ask for strong action against people who use others’ faces to make fake and misleading content.

Mirza shared a video of herself and a male friend joking around and holding hands, calling out creators for supposedly using her face to make a fake video without her okay and putting her reputation at risk.

She said, “This video is not funny at all. Using someone’s face and making videos like this is very worrying. Today, it might be my face being used, but tomorrow it could be any girl’s face, and her reputation could be put at risk.”

The influencer added, “I’m someone who spends a lot of time on social media, and even I felt very uneasy seeing this. Think about girls who don’t use social media at all—their photos can also be misused in ways they might never find out about.”

Mirza’s remarks about how AI and people’s identities are being misused earned praise from fans online, and many also asked for stronger rules to deal with this problem.

She is completely right about this issue. There should be proper laws regarding this. AI is dangerous, especially in a society like Pakistan where respect matters a lot. It is a place where people can face violence in the name of tradition,” one user wrote.

Another added, “There need to be strict rules to punish those who create such videos using AI.”

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Durefishan Saleem says Dar-e-Nijaat challenges the unfair rules about who gets forgiveness.

The actor said the show isn’t about how women should get better.

By Mahnoor | 21-09-2026

Durefishan Saleem discusses Dar-e-Nijaat and its message about forgiveness
Durefishan Saleem highlights Dar-e-Nijaat’s powerful take on forgiveness and unfair social rules.

Durefishan Saleem wants people watching Dar-e-Nijaat to stop seeing it as a show that tells women how to heal.

Reacting to criticism about the latest plot twists, the actor posted on Instagram on Sunday to explain what she believes the drama’s real message is.

“The story is less about saying women can’t heal by themselves, and more about pointing out the unfair double standard when it comes to forgiveness — how easily a man can make mistakes, ask for a second chance, and get it, while women are often expected to live with the consequences of their choices for a lot longer,” she wrote.

Sometimes, the best way to watch a story is to just see it as something that happened to someone. You don’t have to agree with every choice a character makes to understand their feelings or feel for their journey,” she added, before noting that people are complex and not everything has to “fit neatly into a morally right” standard.

In another Instagram story, Saleem shared a post saying Dar-e-Nijaat is about a woman discovering herself — not about a man.

Saleem wrote in the caption: “Sometimes, finding yourself is the love story you needed all along.”

For context, the latest episodes of Dar-e-Nijaat mainly focused on the lead character, Zaryab, who has been dealing with anxiety and depression after being betrayed and dumped by her long-time boyfriend and childhood sweetheart, Zamil (played by Nameer Khan).

In episodes 14 and 15, aired on Friday and Saturday, Zaryab goes through what looks like a panic attack. Her family tries to calm her down, but she doesn’t seem to improve. It’s only when her possible love interest, Abu Bakr (played by actor Sheheryar Munawar), comes in, recites verses from the Holy Quran to bless a glass of water, and gently helps her drink it that she can get up and walk.

This particular scene, it turns out, didn’t sit well with some viewers, who think the drama is sending a problematic message: that women going through heartbreak need a man’s support to heal and recover.

One user on X pointed out that Zaryab’s character needs therapy—not a man.

Another person thinks the show seems to make it look okay for men to rescue women. She said instead that each person needs to heal themselves.

One viewer said the part where Abu Bakar “comes to save” Zaryab is not realistic.

But, as Saleem pointed out, that’s not the main idea. Instead, the show focuses on how much harder it is for women to find forgiveness through religion than it is for men.

On one side, we have Zaryab, who seems to find it hard to move on because she feels bad about living with Zamil without being married. On the other side, we have Zamil, who broke up with Zaryab quickly and harshly as soon as he found religion again, saying he has the right to start fresh while she doesn’t. He married someone he thought was good enough for him in a religious way, without thinking about his own mistakes at all, and based on some talks in the last two episodes, he will soon be able to live with his family again.

Meanwhile, Zaryab is deeply sad, questioning all her life choices. She can’t move forward, or even think about marrying someone else, because she feels her mistake is worse than Zamil’s.

This difference in how much guilt and self-reflection the woman feels compared to the man is, according to Saleem, the main point of the story.

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Asif Iqbal Death news | Dies of Heart Attack: Career, Life and Legacy

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By Mahnoor | 20-09-2026

Actor and comedian Asif Iqbal remembered after his reported death from a heart attack
Pakistani actor and comedian Asif Iqbal passes away after reportedly suffering a heart attack.

Pakistani entertainment industry is grieving over the reported death of actor and comedian Asif Iqbal, who is said to have died from a heart attack. His death has saddened colleagues, fans, and followers, with many recalling his contributions to comedy and acting.

Asif Iqbal was known for bringing laughter and entertainment to audiences through his roles as an actor and comedian. His passing is a sorrowful moment for those who followed his career and enjoyed seeing him on screen.

Asif Iqbal Dies of Heart Attack

Reports say actor and comedian Asif Iqbal passed away from a heart attack. News of his death spread on social media and in entertainment circles, and many people shared their condolences.

Heart attacks can happen without warning, and Asif Iqbal’s death has reminded us again how fast someone well-known in show business can be gone.

Fans and other artists are sad about the loss and remember Asif Iqbal for the fun and laughter he gave viewers.

Who Was Asif Iqbal?

Asif Iqbal was a Pakistani actor and comedian in the entertainment industry. His work showed how important comedy is in TV and popular entertainment.

Comedians often reach audiences through familiar situations, expressions, and everyday humor. Asif Iqbal was liked by viewers for his funny presence and his work in entertainment.

Even though comedy is often seen as fun and light, comedians need good timing, expressive acting, and a natural way of connecting with people.

Asif Iqbal’s Career in Entertainment

Asif Iqbal made his name in show business through acting and comedy. His work added to the tradition of TV and stage entertainment in Pakistan, where comedians have always helped keep audiences entertained.

Over his career, he was known as a performer who used humor as a key part of his act. His work matters because comedy is tough—you have to make people laugh while still playing believable characters and situations.

For many viewers, comedians become familiar faces, and their performances stay linked to unforgettable moments on TV and other entertainment platforms.

His Contribution as a Comedian

Comedy has always been an important part of entertainment in Pakistan. Whether in TV shows, stage acts, or supporting parts in dramas and other projects, comedians have helped make some of the most unforgettable moments in the industry.

Asif Iqbal’s connection to comedy made him a part of this larger entertainment tradition. His performances gave audiences times of laughter and relief.

The passing of a comedian is especially sad because their job is all about making others smile. Behind every funny performance is an artist who has spent many years building their timing, facial expressions, and presence on stage or screen.

Pakistani comedian Asif Iqbal remembered following his sudden passing
Fans and colleagues mourn the reported passing of beloved actor and comedian Asif Iqbal.

Fans Remember Asif Iqbal

After news of his death spread, fans and entertainment followers expressed their sorrow and offered condolences.

For audiences, an entertainer’s impact often lives on through the work they leave behind. Even after an artist dies, recorded performances can still reach new viewers and bring back memories for longtime fans.

Asif Iqbal’s work in comedy and acting will stay linked to the memories of those who watched and enjoyed him.

A Sad Loss for the Entertainment Industry

The reported death of Asif Iqbal reminds us how unpredictable life can be. Artists become a big part of people’s everyday fun, so their sudden loss can really surprise audiences.

The Pakistani entertainment industry has raised many generations of actors, comedians, and performers who used their skills to bring joy to millions. Asif Iqbal’s acting and comedy put him among those performers who added to this fun-filled culture.

His death gives colleagues, fans, and viewers a chance to pause and remember his contributions.

Asif Iqbal’s Legacy

An artist’s legacy is more than just awards or big news. Sometimes, it stays in the memories of people who loved their performances.

Asif Iqbal will be remembered for his role in Pakistani acting and comedy, and for the fun he brought to audiences during his career.

His work is still part of the larger history of Pakistani comedy and TV entertainment.

Even though his death brings sadness, his performances and the memories tied to him can keep his spirit alive among his fans.

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Samar Jafri dedicates his new song ‘Phir Mileinge Hum’ to the younger version of himself.

Song gets backing from fellow industry names like Raamis, Merub Ali, and Nameer Nawaz Khan.

By Mahnoor | 20-09-2026

Samar Jafri dedicates his new song Phir Mileinge Hum to his younger self
Samar Jafri dedicates Phir Mileinge Hum to his younger self

Singer and actor Samar Jafri has released a new song called Phir Mileinge Hum, which he made for his younger self. He shared the song on Instagram with an old childhood photo of himself holding a toy guitar. In the post, he said the song was “for the baby Samar.”

In the caption, Jafri talked about how people often try to meet others’ expectations and forget who they really are. He wrote, “I wish I could go back to being the carefree kid whose biggest worry was arriving at school on time.” He also encouraged his fans to stay thankful and keep the child inside them alive.

Lyrically, this song is a sad but accepting ballad. The verses think about how life is uncertain and why love doesn’t last, while the chorus shifts to giving up spiritually.

When “Phir Mileinge Hum” came out, people from the entertainment world supported Jafri. Some even shared old childhood photos of themselves with the song playing, matching its feeling.
Singer Raamis reposted Jafri’s message on Instagram. He wrote, “Releasing such beautiful melodies out of nowhere on a Friday as if it’s no big deal.”

Actor Merub Ali also posted the song on her story, along with a childhood photo of herself.

Actor Nameer Nawaz Khan did the same, sharing the song on Instagram with an AI-made picture of himself looking at his younger self in a mirror.

Phir Mileinge Hum follows Jafri’s earlier single Chalo Door Kahin, which came out in October 2025, and came after Spotify named the singer its RADAR Pakistan artist for Q4 2025.

Jafri first got attention as a child actor in the drama Parwarish, which also started his music career. He most recently appeared on Express Entertainment’s Raja London Ka, where his on-screen connection with Ameema Saleem won over fans.

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Abu Aleeha disagrees with the final version of ‘Mango Jutt’, saying he refused to approve it.

A filmmaker says he left the project because of disagreements over the edit, and he has also criticized the trailer.

By Mahnoor | 20-09-2026

Abu Aleeha discusses his disagreement with the final version of Mango Jutt
Abu Aleeha reveals he refused to approve the final version of Mango Jutt.

Filmmaker Abu Aleeha, who was earlier named as the director of Mango Jutt in promotional materials, says he left the project because he disagreed with how the final cut was edited. This comes days after the film’s trailer came out without his name shown in the credits.

The trailer, which stars Faysal Quraishi, Hareem Farooq, and Shamoon Abbasi, was released on Wednesday. In an Instagram story on Friday, Aleeha called the trailer “embarrassing to watch” and said the actual film is even worse.

Aleeha said the project was his idea, and he started working on it about three and a half years ago. He said he wrote the script, picked the actors, and got Farooq to join as both an actor and a co-producer. According to him, filming ended about two and a half years ago, and he finished the edit around four months later.

He added that Farooq’s team then suggested sending the film to India for more editing. He claimed the version that came back a year later was “very bad” and removed more than half of Ayesha Jehanzeb’s scenes, while Maira Bangash’s part was also cut down. He called the edit a “C-grade lock” and said he refused to accept it.

He also mentioned that the Punjab government gave the team 30 million rupees during that time. After that, he was asked to film extra scenes to make the funding seem justified. Aleeha said he refused, explaining that the suggested opening scene was not practical.

 Abu Aleeha said the arguments caused him to step back while the movie went on without him, and he would not have brought up his complaints if Farooq had not spoken first. He insisted that the plot, dialogues, characters, and filmed scenes came from his work, while giving credit to the whole team, and said he still thinks the film has promise.

This movie is Farooq’s first project in the Punjabi language and her first time on the big screen since “Heer Maan Ja” in 2019. No release date has been set yet.

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Anayah Shahid says playing Shireen in ‘Zanjeerain’ was a risk she planned on purpose.

The actress said she intentionally picked a character that wasn’t clearly good or bad, and she thanked Sajal Aly and Shahzad Kashmiri for backing her up.

By Mahnoor | 19-09-2026

Anayah Shahid as Shireen in Zanjeerain discussing her bold acting choice
Anayah Shahid opens up about deliberately taking a risk with her role as Shireen in Zanjeerain.

Actor Anayah Shahid has talked openly about the risk she took by playing a morally complicated character for her first acting role in Zanjeerain. She said she knew from the start that Shireen would likely face criticism before viewers understood where the story was going.

In an interview with FUCHSIA Magazine, Anayah said she knew Shireen was not the usual choice for a newcomer, but she saw the role’s complexity as a chance to show what she could do. “Most newcomers get parts as a best friend or sister, which don’t leave much room for acting. So, I saw this as a big opportunity, and I kept pushing for it,” she said.

Anayah worked closely with director Shahzad Kashmiri to understand Shireen’s emotional path and get ready for how the character would change over time. “I worked with Shahzad Kashmiri to plan out Shireen’s emotional journey, and he told me early on that the character would eventually win over the audience,” she said.

However, her first day on set was not an easy start. Anayah remembered that her opening scene was a tricky sequence involving a necklace, and she depended a lot on Kashmiri’s advice as she got used to the work.

Another tough moment came while filming Shireen’s big confession scene, which was shot during Ramadan when Anayah was fasting and very tired physically. Instead of letting the tiredness hurt her work, she said the experience actually helped her feel the emotional power of the scene more deeply.

“When I first got the character, from the start of the shoot, we all knew this show would be a big success and would change all our lives,” she said.

Anayah also thanked her co-star Sajal Aly for helping her handle the nerves of joining the industry alongside a well-known actor. She described Aly as friendly and calm on set, which let her focus on her own acting instead of feeling scared.

“She makes you feel very at ease; she doesn’t make you feel awkward or tense. Even when lines had to be redone, or a mistake happened, she stayed so calm, which allowed me to give my performance in a relaxed and confident way,” she said.

She remembered that Aly was the one who made the first move to help her feel comfortable, which made things feel natural from the start. “She was very easy to talk to, and I think that was a big reason why I could do well,” she said.

When she wasn’t on set, Anayah talked about the values she wants to bring into her career, especially when it comes to being independent.

For her, having financial stability is strongly connected to being able to make her own choices. “If you want to live your life your own way, the first step is to be financially independent. After that, you can do whatever you want,” she said.

She also talked about not giving in to pressure to fit into the industry’s mold, saying she wants to stay true to herself as her career grows. “I manage to be who I am, which is very important for being genuine nowadays,” she said.

As for what’s next, Anayah said she is being picky instead of jumping into another project just to stay in the spotlight. She named director Kashif Nisar as someone she wants to work with and said she is looking for roles that add real value to a story.

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Hania Aamir criticizes the internet trend of making women’s bodies the butt of jokes.

Actor asks creators and audiences to stop making online content about women’s looks and private lives.

By Mahnoor | 19-09-2026

Hania Aamir speaks against body-shaming and jokes about women’s bodies
Hania Aamir calls out the internet trend of turning women’s bodies into jokes.

Hania Aamir has spoken against the growing habit of shaming women for their bodies, looks, and age. She called out creators who hide disrespect towards women behind fake opinions or jokes.

The actor shared a long post on Instagram, criticizing how women’s lives and appearances are turned into online content.

“In 2026, using women’s bodies, faces, looks, age, and personal lives as a punchline is silly,” she wrote. She argued that calling these remarks ‘just an opinion’ or ‘just a joke’ does not make them okay. “And saying ‘it’s my take’ does not give you permission. Neither does calling it humor.”

Aamir clearly separated real criticism from cruel behavior. “You can have a view. You can criticize. You can be funny,” she said, “But there is a very clear difference between real commentary and turning a woman’s existence into content.”

She also warned influencers and public figures, saying their words can change how people view such actions.

“Words have effects beyond the moment they are spoken. Especially when they come from people with large audiences,” she wrote. “You are not speaking into emptiness. You are shaping what others think is normal, funny, and acceptable.”

Aamir extended that responsibility to audiences too, arguing that likes, views and shares could reward the very content people claimed to oppose. “We cannot keep demanding better from society while simultaneously rewarding the very behavior we claim to be against,” she said.

Her core message was straightforward: “Women are not public property. Their bodies are not open for public comment. Their faces are not for public debate. And honestly, we should have gotten past this by now.”

She ended by urging people to stop engaging with such content altogether. “Stop giving this kind of content your attention. Stop giving it reach. Stop turning women into a spectacle and calling it entertainment,” she wrote, adding, “We can do better than this.”

Aamir’s statement comes as a number of Pakistani women in entertainment have spoken out about similar experiences of being judged.

Actor Mamya Shajaffar recently told BBC Urdu that public criticism of a woman’s clothing could become dangerous. She recalled how her appearance at a red carpet event in Berlin drew comments about her outfit rather than her work. She said this was different from how global celebrities are covered at the same events.

“When what you wear becomes something you must answer for, and based on that, whether you should live, die, be harassed, [or] raped,” she said, “it changes you deeply.”

TV host Anoushey Ashraf also spoke up in an Instagram post that has since been widely shared. She described what she called a constant “check” on her faith and way of life. “Too Muslim for some. Not Muslim enough for others,” she wrote, and asked her followers, “Can a woman just be a woman without everyone checking on her?”

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