WEBDESK: Pakistani dramas are being criticized for glorifying toxic male behavior. Well known Pakistani actresses, Mishi Khan and Sanam Saeed, have spoken out against the content of Pakistani dramas. They believe these popular shows are promoting toxic male behavior and sending the wrong message to viewers.
Mishi Khan Criticises Toxic Storylines
Mishi Khan, a veteran of the industry, criticised the current trend of Pakistani dramas, saying that many storylines feature abusive, controlling, and aggressive male characters. She expressed her concern that these dramas are damaging the values of society by showing toxic behaviour as normal or even romantic. According to her, such content is not a true reflection of Pakistani culture and instead harms the image of relationships and family life.
Sanam Saeed Calls for Healthier Portrayals
Sanam Saeed, another respected actress, shared similar thoughts. She pointed out that Pakistani dramas often glorify toxic masculinity by making abusive male characters the heroes of the story. These characters are sometimes shown mistreating women, yet the story justifies their actions by presenting it as a form of love or care. Sanam Saeed believes this needs to change, as it can negatively affect how people, especially young audiences, understand relationships and behavior.
Earlier, Aymen Saleem also raised her voice against the way love is abusively portrayed towards women in Pakistani drama serials. Her statement followed a scene from the latest drama Mann Mast Malang, where the lead character, Kabir (played by Danish Taimoor), ties up the feet of his love interest, Riya (played by Sahar Hashmi), and disturbingly calls it an act of ‘love’.
Demand for Responsible Storytelling in Pakistani Dramas
Both actresses urged drama producers and writers to take responsibility for what they show on screen. They called for healthier storylines that promote kindness, respect, and equality in relationships. Instead of repeatedly showcasing toxic traits in male leads, they hope Pakistani dramas will start offering positive role models that reflect better values.
Their comments have started an important conversation in the entertainment industry and among audiences. Many viewers have agreed with their views, expressing frustration over the repeated toxic themes in Pakistani dramas. Social media users and critics are now urging drama makers to rethink their content choices and be more careful about the messages they send.
