Pakistani actress Sunita Marshall has found herself at the center of a social media storm following her recent appearance on Nida Yasir’s popular morning show. During the candid segment, Sunita described friendships and relationships between teenage boys and girls as a “normal” and “natural” part of growing up — a statement that has sparked significant backlash online.
Her remarks quickly went viral, especially on platforms like X (formerly Twitter), with users accusing her of promoting views that contradict Pakistan’s cultural and Islamic values. In the interview, Sunita emphasized the need for open communication between spouses about their children’s social lives. She stated:
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“Wives should inform and explain to their husbands about their children’s friendships and relationships in advance.”
She further added that men, being “naturally more emotional and prone to anger,” could react harshly if such matters are revealed suddenly. To avoid conflicts in households, particularly where men are less educated, she suggested that wives should play an active role in educating their partners about teenage behavior.
Sunita, known for her roles in hit dramas like Chup Raho, Mera Saaein, and Khuda Aur Muhabbat, went on to state that forming romantic relationships during adolescence is a common experience. While she clarified that her own children are not yet at that stage, she admitted:
“If they have such relationships, I wouldn’t know about it.”
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Her light-hearted tone and candid views were not well-received by many. Netizens expressed concern that such comments could encourage teenagers to engage in behavior deemed inappropriate in Pakistani society. One user commented:
“In our Pakistani and Islamic society, such relationships between boys and girls are not normal; they’re wrong.”
Another wrote:
“Sunita Marshall should be more mindful of our values before making such statements on national TV.”
The backlash underlines the sensitivity surrounding teenage relationships in Pakistan. While some viewers praised Sunita for promoting honest dialogue within families, a vast majority condemned her stance, calling it misleading and culturally irresponsible.
With over 1 million Instagram followers, Sunita Marshall is no stranger to public scrutiny. Married to fellow actor Hassan Ahmed, she often shares family moments on social media. Despite the criticism, she has yet to release an official statement addressing the controversy.
This incident has reignited the debate on whether celebrity opinions should be filtered through the lens of cultural expectations — or whether progressive dialogue about youth behavior should be encouraged on national platforms.
