Danish Taimoor’s latest drama Sher is grabbing attention — but not for the reasons the makers hoped. A recent psychiatric ward scene featuring the actor has gone viral for its bizarre and unintentionally hilarious portrayal of mental illness, flooding TikTok with memes and ridicule.
The now-infamous scene shows Sher slumped in a corner of his room, surrounded by scribbled phrases like “Shut up, I am sad,” “Kill me,” and even “Corona Virus” in Urdu — all written on the walls. The room is further decorated with stock photo-style brain diagrams, giving it more of a horror set vibe than a medical facility.
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Viewers were quick to point out the absurdity. From comments comparing the scene to childhood tantrums to others joking about Desi workplace logic, social media lit up with parody. One user summed it up perfectly: “‘Shut up I am sad’ – I’m using this line everywhere now.”
While the viral scene may serve as free promotion, critics argue it reflects a troubling lack of sensitivity toward mental health. Compared to earlier thoughtful portrayals like Main Abdul Qadir Hoon, Sher marks a disappointing step back in how Pakistani dramas treat complex issues.
