Alishba Anjum criticizes public exposure of private matters

ISLAMABAD: (Web Desk) – Social media influencer Alishba Anjum has criticized men for publicly airing private matters, emphasizing that such actions force women to respond when they had chosen silence out of respect.

“I don’t understand why some men feel the need to bring private matters into the public, especially when the woman chose to stay silent. Now you leave her no choice but to speak,” she said.

Her remarks come amid ongoing discussions surrounding Sehar Hayat’s divorce, which has ignited a broader conversation about privacy and respect in the digital era.

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Sehar shared a two-part Instagram video detailing her divorce, explaining that repeated public mentions of her and her daughter, Ayra Fatima, compelled her to respond after months of silence. She revealed that she had previously asked Sami Rasheed not to mention them on social media, but continued references forced her hand.

Sehar alleged that trust issues existed before the wedding, that her haq mehr was altered without her knowledge during the nikah, and that she discovered financial inconsistencies in their relationship. She also accused Sami of emotional and physical abuse, including during her pregnancy, and described enduring prolonged mental stress while hoping the situation would improve.

Conflicts extended to disagreements over living arrangements and family dynamics, leading Sehar to pursue khula after multiple unresolved issues. She urged the public to avoid dragging families, especially children, into personal disputes.

Sehar’s videos have sparked strong reactions online, with many influencers and followers expressing support. While some shared firsthand knowledge that lent credibility to her claims, others openly criticized Sami Rasheed. The debate resurfaced recently after Sami referenced Sehar and their daughter in a promotional post for his music, reigniting discussions around privacy, accountability, and respect in the digital age.