Islamabad, May 7, 2025: As tensions rise once again between Pakistan and India, the silence from Pakistan’s entertainment industry has sparked a new debate.
While many stars swiftly offered sympathies over the Pahalgam attack in India, their noticeable lack of reaction to recent deadly strikes in Pakistan has left audiences questioning their priorities.
The controversy has brought Urwa Hocane into the spotlight for boldly confronting this double standard and calling on her peers to stand up for Pakistan in moments of crisis.
Actress and producer Urwa Hocane took to Instagram to share an impassioned message, directly addressing the selective activism of fellow Pakistani celebrities.
Her message followed a series of condolence posts shared by actors like Mawra Hocane and Farhan Saeed in response to the Pahalgam incident, while many of the same voices remained quiet after the fatal attacks on Pakistani soil the night before.
Hocane’s video did not shy away from tough questions: “Why the neutrality when our own homeland is bleeding?” she asked, stressing that this isn’t about choosing sides in a political conflict, but about maintaining national dignity. “You can’t always respond with ‘kindness and peace’ when your own country’s boundaries are under threat,” she emphasized.
Refusing to sugarcoat her stance, Urwa pointed out the hypocrisy of those who grieve for losses abroad but stay silent when Pakistan suffers. “What do you really gain from India that’s worth your silence when Pakistan is hurting?” she questioned, urging celebrities to remember where their fame originated.
Referencing the iconic line from Spider-Man—“With great power comes great responsibility”—she reminded her peers that influence should be used to protect and uplift their own people. “Our success is rooted in Pakistan. It’s time to show up for it,” she declared.
Hocane made it clear that setting boundaries doesn’t mean spreading hate—it’s about asserting self-worth.
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Her emotional message resonated with many, sparking discussions on national pride and the role of public figures in times of crisis.
As social media buzzes with mixed reactions to her statement, one thing is clear: Urwa Hocane’s call for unity, dignity, and vocal patriotism has struck a chord.
Should celebrities remain neutral, or does silence become complicity in moments of national grief? Let us know your thoughts—Is it time for the entertainment industry to speak louder for Pakistan?
