Popular Pakistani TV host and actress Nida Yasir has landed in hot water over a resurfaced interview clip in which she shared her decision not to let her children travel in business class.
Despite the statement being over a year old, the viral clip from the Footprint Podcast (Season 2, Episode 7) — hosted by Hina Altaf and Syed Ali — has sparked fresh outrage on social media.
The Viral Statement: What Nida Said
In the podcast, Nida shared,
> “I travel a lot, so I often get business class deals and discounts. Whenever Yasir and I get a good package, we grab it — but I don’t let my kids travel in business class.”
She added,
> “I’ve made it clear to my children that they’ll get to enjoy business class only when they start earning for themselves. Until then, they’ll continue flying economy.”
While the statement was seemingly made with practical intentions, it didn’t sit well with many netizens.
Social Media Backlash: “Double Standards?”
Soon after the clip went viral, users flooded the internet with criticism, calling Nida’s mindset “strange” and “discriminatory.”
One user wrote:
> “Why can’t your own children travel business class? Are they adopted?”
Another sarcastically said:
> “What’s the point of having wealth if your children can’t benefit from it? Might as well raise them in a hut while you live in a palace.”
Some mothers expressed concern, saying:
> “As a mom, I’d never choose comfort for myself and not for my children. Vacations are meant to be family time — not separating parents and kids even on a plane.”
Another added:
> “If you create emotional distance through such gestures, your children may grow apart from you over time.”
Public Opinion Divided
While some supported Nida’s view as a lesson in humility and hard work, many others felt her approach was unfair, especially when it came to parenting.
A user commented:
> “You can teach them discipline without isolating them. There’s a way to balance both love and learning.”
Another asked,
> “Why do Pakistani celebrities love flaunting business class so much? Is it really that important? Also, is sharing every detail of your personal life necessary?”
About Nida Yasir
Nida Yasir is one of Pakistan’s most recognized TV personalities, currently known for hosting her long-running morning show. She started her career as an actress, notably appearing in the sitcom Nadaaniyaan alongside her husband Yasir Nawaz and brother-in-law Danish Nawaz.
Married since 2002, she has three children — two sons, Fareed and Balaj, and a daughter, Sila. The family is currently vacationing abroad and sharing memories online.
While Nida Yasir’s intentions may have been rooted in teaching financial responsibility, the public reaction highlights the fine line between discipli
ne and perceived inequality in parenting — especially when shared on a public platform.
