If you’re active on the internet and follow the lives of Pakistani celebrities, you might have caught wind of the online feud between singers Aima Baig and Sara Raza Khan. For those who haven’t, here’s a brief summary of the situation.
The drama began when Khan appeared on the show Zabardast with Wasi Shah, where she questioned the authenticity of current singers versus performers. She notably criticized Aima Baig, suggesting that without autotune, Baig wouldn’t be considered a singer, unlike many others.
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Khan also mentioned that while she might cast someone like Mehwish Hayat in a film, she wouldn’t select her as a singer, implying that anyone asking Baig to sing needs “some help.”
This comment quickly went viral. In response, singer Momina Mustehsan defended both Khan and Baig, asserting that they both sing well without relying on autotune, which brought some much-needed support among female artists.
However, Baig retaliated by posting a video of herself singing her Coke Studio hit ‘Baazi’ without any backing, directly addressing the autotune accusation. The feud intensified when Baig mocked Khan in an Instagram story, questioning her identity and stating she would focus on her vacation.
Sara Raza Khan fired back, maintaining that her initial criticism was based on her honest opinion of Baig’s singing ability. She insisted she wouldn’t retract her statement, despite previously being encouraged not to name names.
Despite sharing clips and celebrating each other’s talent, Baig eventually expressed her desire to be left out of the drama, urging people to stop pitting female artists against one another. She criticized Khan for seeking attention through negativity and emphasized that it was disheartening to see women tear each other down in the industry.
Ultimately, both singers possess remarkable talent, and it’s crucial for women in the Pakistani music scene to support one another rather than engage in conflict.
