Islamabad, May 14, 2025: Pakistani TV drama Behkaway has sparked intense controversy after airing a disturbing scene in Episode 25, which has been widely criticized by viewers.
The show, written by Samra Bukhari and directed by Asad Jabal, has already faced backlash for its problematic narrative, but this latest episode has raised the stakes.
The controversial scene features an adult male character, the maternal uncle of Zeenat and Zubair’s daughter, who picks up an underage schoolgirl from school.
The scene escalates when the man attempts to harass the girl and later takes her to an ice cream parlour, where his suggestive behavior makes her visibly uncomfortable.
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The portrayal of this sequence has been condemned as vulgar and inappropriate, with many calling it morally irresponsible.
Social media has been abuzz with anger, as users accuse the drama of normalizing predatory behavior and promoting damaging values.
Many expressed concern that such content could contribute to the further decline of moral standards in society.
Calls to ban Behkaway have intensified, with many demanding regulatory intervention, citing the episode’s crossing of ethical boundaries.
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The show has also faced criticism for depicting Zeenat as a submissive and helpless wife in her toxic, abusive marriage to Zubair.
Some viewers have questioned the portrayal of women as perpetual victims in dramas, with one commenting, “Why are they still showing women as helpless victims?”
While the majority of reactions have been negative, a few viewers have argued that Behkaway could raise awareness about uncomfortable societal issues.
However, the general consensus remains that the show has gone too far, and the public outrage continues to grow.
