Pakistani comedian and content creator Ali Gul Pir has weighed in on the viral case of Onija Andrew Robbins, an American woman who traveled to Pakistan after falling in love with a 19-year-old Karachi boy online. However, her journey ended in heartbreak as the boy’s family rejected her, allegedly due to her race.
Ali Gul Pir addressed the issue in a video, highlighting the racial prejudice in the rejection. He argued that if Onija were white, the family might have accepted her. He also pointed out how Pakistani families have previously embraced foreign women under similar circumstances when they were of lighter skin tones.
Adding a touch of satire, Ali Gul Pir commented on the obsession some Pakistanis have with marrying foreign women, often driven by dreams of gaining international fame or a U.S. visa. He criticized the double standards where racial biases dictate acceptance in such relationships.
The viral incident has sparked debate on social media, with many agreeing with Ali’s perspective on the racial discrimination that played a role in Onija’s rejection. The discussion continues as netizens reflect on societal attitudes toward interracial relationships in Pakistan.
