Pakistani fashion designer Maria B has sparked fresh debate after criticizing a popular television drama. Her comments focused on the portrayal of a character in Meri Zindagi Hai Tu. The issue has quickly gained attention across social media platforms.
Maria B shared her views through a video message that later went viral. In the video, she objected to how transgender themes were shown in the drama. She accused the production team of promoting sensitive ideas through entertainment content.
The designer referred specifically to Episode 19 of Meri Zindagi Hai Tu. She highlighted a scene set inside a girls’ college. In that scene, a character named Dr Moiz Awan appears among female students. Maria B questioned the decision to show a biologically male character in a women-only space.
She described the scene as misleading and deliberate. According to her, the makers assumed viewers would not notice such details. She stated that audiences were quick to understand the message and reacted strongly.
Maria B raised several concerns during her statement. She asked whether female actors were unavailable for such roles. She also questioned why a male character was placed in a women’s environment. She warned that such portrayals could impact women’s safety and professional opportunities.
The designer further argued that these depictions could affect women’s spaces. She said they may also reduce roles for female actors. Maria B stressed that drama content should be produced responsibly.
She also referred to international examples to support her concerns. Maria B mentioned incidents from the United States. She claimed similar narratives had caused social and legal issues there. She cautioned against normalizing such portrayals in Pakistani media.
Following her remarks, the controversy spread rapidly online. Thousands of users shared opinions on the matter. Many praised Maria B for speaking openly. Supporters called her stance brave and value-driven.
Others criticized her comments and accused her of intolerance. Several users defended the drama and its creative choices. This led to heated discussions across social platforms.
The makers of Meri Zindagi Hai Tu have not issued an official response so far. The debate highlights ongoing tensions around representation in Pakistani television. It also reflects broader discussions on culture, media responsibility, and audience sensitivity.
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As conversations continue, the issue remains a major topic in entertainment circles. Industry observers say such debates may influence future content decisions.
