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Ifat Umar Stands by Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar Amid Controversy

Lahore(Staff Reporter);Ifat Umar Stands by Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar Amid Controversy, Pakistani actress Ifat Umar has come out in support of writer Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar, who has been embroiled in a controversy surrounding his recent comments.

The incident, which saw Qamar becoming a victim of alleged extortion and blackmail, sparked a wave of reactions on social media, with many criticizing the playwright. However, Ifat Umar took a different stance.

In a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, Umar addressed the matter without directly naming Qamar, stating, “The people you have constantly criticized and disrespected are the only ones standing up for you now.”

The actress went on to emphasize the issue of privacy, asserting, “I have nothing against two consenting adults engaging in private acts. Their bodies, their choice.”

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Known for her feminist views, Ifat Umar has been a vocal critic of Qamar’s past misogynistic remarks. However, in this case, she drew a line between personal opinions and the right to privacy.

“I have never resorted to personal attacks against him,” Umar clarified in an earlier interview. “He crossed a line when he publicly insulted a woman, something I strongly condemn. But this current situation is a matter of privacy.”

Background:

Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar, a renowned writer and playwright, has been facing backlash over his recent comments, which some deemed offensive. The controversy has sparked a wider debate about freedom of speech and artistic expression in Pakistan.

Reactions:

Ifat Umar’s support for Qamar has been met with mixed reactions, with some praising her for standing up for the writer and others criticizing her for defending his comments.

“I applaud Ifat Umar for speaking out in support of Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar. We need more tolerance and understanding in our industry,” said one fan.

However, another user disagreed, saying, “I can’t believe Ifat Umar is defending Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar’s comments. They were unacceptable and she should know better.”

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