Viral Dance Video: Bushra Ansari responds to the criticism

Sitting behind a screen to engage in idle chitchat is easy. Trolls, abusers, and harassers have been allowed wide reign to harass anyone on social media without consequence. One glance at the big, wide web is all it takes to judge someone for a few clicks and laughs.

Veteran actor Bushra Ansari is currently embroiled in a ridiculous scandal. Mehendi videos that had recently been released became viral over the weekend. Popular stars like Mahira Khan, Sajal Aly, Kubra Khan, and Gohar Rasheed were spotted dancing while Falak Shabbir set the mood.

Pakistani celebrities that promote vulgar culture found themselves lambasted on social media. However, a few users criticised Ansari for enjoying and dancing “too soon” after his sister’s passing. Many trivialized her hardship by calling her out for “walking proud” and ridiculed her for dancing while pleased.

Ansari addressed the hostility today.

“I was devastated for the last three months and that loss will be with us till our last breath. Yesterday, it was a family dholki where everyone insisted on my being able to stop feeling stressed and depressed.

I tried to contribute to her “khushi” and got up for two minutes to share in their joy, “She posted a lengthy caption on Instagram.

“People’s response is saddening. When older, they only want to see us miserable since we are renowned. By the grace of God, I’m free from any obligation, and Alhamdulillah, I’ve already accomplished a lot in my life. No regrets if I’m above 60. Sure! Why do kids fear older people?

It finally ended with, “If old age were perfect, then this advice wouldn’t apply. My statement on Islam is just respect for different religions. They never abandon someone even after wearing the hijab.”

She explained, “Stop harming people—also, Islam forbids it.”

Ushna Shah, an actor known for speaking out against bullies and supporting marginalized people, took to Twitter to fire back at individuals who trivialized someone’s loss. They commend her strength in finding happiness in the little things.

Actor Sumbul Shahid passed away in Lahore in May after battling cancer for weeks. Sumbul was on life support after getting the fatal illness. Bushra and Asma have been stressing the importance of their supporters praying for their well-being. But as time went on, the Zebaish actor gained the confidence to record a video for her admirers, to thank them for their sympathies and encouraging them about Covid-19.