Pakistani actress Sonya Hussyn has defended rapper Talha Anjum following a humiliating on-air exchange with talk show host Nadia Khan. The incident occurred during a recent morning show interview, where Khan criticized Anjum for raising the Indian flag during a concert in Nepal.
The clip quickly went viral on social media, drawing widespread attention. Sonya Hussyn took to Instagram to voice her support for the rapper and condemn the humiliating treatment.
“With all due respect, no artist deserves to be treated like a criminal, least of all on National Television,” Sonya wrote. “Being moved by the audience’s love and expressing it by raising a flag does not make anyone disloyal to their country.”
She further highlighted Talha Anjum’s dedication and achievements, saying, “Talha is a self-made artist who has spent years honing his craft and representing Pakistan with pride on global stages. In a country where you can count true rap artists on your fingers, the least we can do is honour their dedication instead of diminishing it.”
Sonya added that the conversation could have been handled with more respect and empathy, stating, “No offense but I believe this conversation could have been conducted with far more grace, understanding, and respect. Love, light & peace.”
The controversy started when Talha Anjum waved and draped himself in the Indian flag during his performance of Kaun Talha in Kathmandu, Nepal. The song is a diss track aimed at Indian rapper Naezy, and the gesture sparked debate online and offline.
Many fans and followers have since criticized the morning show for creating a humiliating environment for the artist. Analysts say incidents like this highlight the pressures faced by public figures in Pakistan and the challenges of discussing international cultural exchanges on national television.
Talha Anjum has not issued a public statement regarding the incident, but the support from peers like Sonya Hussyn reinforces his status as a respected artist in the Pakistani music industry.
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