Renowned Pakistani singer Ali Sethi has been a hot topic online due to rumors of a same-sex marriage with artist Salman Toor, causing a stir among Pakistanis. The artist, famous for his global hit ‘Pasoori,’ responded to the unverified reports and cleared the air through an Instagram post. He denied being married and expressed confusion about the source of the rumors, suggesting that whoever started it should focus on promoting his latest release ‘Paniya.’
Ali Sethi’s popularity skyrocketed when ‘Pasoori’ became the most searched song on Google, amassing over half a billion views on streaming platforms. His parentage, being the son of a former interim chief minister and PCB Chairman, added to the attention. However, the alleged same-sex marriage stirred controversy in Pakistan, where homosexuality remains a taboo subject.
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The news sparked discussions among social media users, leading to debates about the union of these two prominent artistic figures. The incident highlighted the challenges of addressing sensitive topics in a society with conservative views on certain matters.