Durefishan Saleem faces debate over professionalism claims

ISLAMABAD: (Web Desk) Television actress Durefishan Saleem has become the focus of a heated online discussion after a resurfaced interview clip triggered debate about professionalism in the entertainment industry. In response to the growing controversy, production company 7th Sky Entertainment issued a public statement defending the actress and her work ethic.

The issue started when senior actress Erum Akhtar discussed in an interview what she described as unprofessional conduct by some lead performers. Although she initially did not name anyone, she later confirmed she was referring to Durefishan Saleem when asked directly, alleging that shooting schedules were delayed for nearly two weeks due to changes linked to personal and religious commitments.

According to Erum Akhtar, these unexpected adjustments created difficulties for other cast members and production teams who had already aligned their schedules. The clip quickly spread across social media platforms, where users expressed divided opinions on the matter.

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A section of users supported the criticism, arguing that actors should strictly follow agreed shooting timelines. Others defended Durefishan Saleem, saying religious obligations such as Umrah or observing Ramadan should be respected and accommodated without backlash.

The discussion intensified further when some social media users claimed that newly created or suspicious profiles were being used to influence public opinion in favor of the actress, sparking allegations of coordinated online campaigning.

Amid the controversy, 7th Sky Entertainment came forward to support Durefishan Saleem, praising her professionalism and commitment to her projects while urging the public to avoid spreading narratives that could harm an artist’s reputation. The company emphasized that actors invest considerable effort into productions and deserve fair treatment.

Durefishan Saleem has gained significant popularity through successful drama serials including Kaisi Teri Khudgarzi, Jaisay Aapki Marzi, and the widely acclaimed Ishq Murshid, which elevated her status as a leading television star.