Senior Pakistani actress and director Marina Khan is facing severe backlash on social media after forgetting late actress Humaira Asghar, who was found dead in her Karachi apartment last month.
During a recent TV show, where Marina Khan and Atiqa Odho were panelists discussing drama serials, a controversial moment took place.
The Viral TV Clip
While reviewing the drama Mein Manto Nahi Hoon, Atiqa Odho referred to a scene about a missing character and asked if it reminded anyone of a real-life case.
The host quickly linked the scene to Humaira Asghar’s case and even compared another character to the Noor Mukadam tragedy.
To everyone’s surprise, Marina Khan responded with a question: “Who is Humaira Asghar?”
Atiqa Odho immediately reminded her that Humaira was the young actress who had been found dead in her Defence Phase 8 flat.
This moment was clipped and shared widely on social media.
Social Media Reaction
The short video quickly went viral, sparking criticism against Marina Khan. Many users questioned her memory and awareness of current events. Some even speculated whether the veteran actress might be suffering from dementia, urging her to get a medical check-up.
Others labeled her behavior as “insensitive” and “careless.”
One user wrote:
> “Did she really just ask who Humaira Asghar is?”
Why It Matters
The incident highlights how quickly audiences react to celebrities’ words and actions. While some defended Marina Khan, suggesting it may have been a moment of forgetfulness, the majority felt disappointed by her lack of acknowledgment.
The debate continues online, with people questioning whether public figures should be held to hig
her standards of empathy and awareness.
