Veteran actress Bushra Ansari, 68, recently faced backlash after sharing a playful Instagram reel, but she’s not letting trolls silence her.
In the reel, Ansari joyfully acted out the song Saathi Rey by Arko, a lighthearted moment that drew harsh criticism from some online users. Many targeted her with ageist and sexist comments, accusing her of inappropriate behavior for expressing joy at her age.
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The backlash prompted a wave of support from fans and industry peers. Actor Ali Safina, who worked with Ansari in the Ayegi Baraat series, urged her to ignore the negativity. Supporters praised Ansari’s carefree spirit and condemned the societal biases behind the hateful remarks.
The uproar led Ansari to address the criticism. In a follow-up post, she shared a headline shaming her reel, expressing disappointment over how a simple video was turned into an issue.
Ansari, a beloved icon in Pakistan’s entertainment industry, reminded fans that joy and self-expression are ageless, firmly shutting down the trolls who attempted to undermine her moment of fun.
