Pakistani actress hits back at 'haters' for malicious campaign

Karachi - She was awarded a civilian honour by the president on Pakistan Day.

A Pakistani actress has hit back at an online malicious campaign against her after she was honoured with a civilian award on Pakistan Day (March 23).
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Mehwish Hayat finally broke her silence about being ridiculed for receiving the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz, by posting a fiery picture post on social media, lashing out at critics and trolls.

The Punjab Nahi Jaungi star, who rose to prominence over the past decade for her powerful roles in dramas and movies, wrote:
"Debate all you like whether you think I deserve the award. Everyone is entitled to their opinions. I respect that. However, I draw the line when my character is questioned. I've been called a tawaif (courtesan), a ****, a ***** and much more so often that it has stopped affecting me. I never wanted to make this a gender thing but it is unfortunate that others seem to be. To suggest that I slept my way to this award is an abhorrent slur on all the hard working women in our country.

Defending her fraternity, Hayat said: "We may be part of an industry that is seen to be glamorous but it doesn't mean that we have forsaken our morals. What gives anybody the right to drag my name into the gutter. You don't know me!"
She concluded her note by thanking both her supporters and haters for 'making her stronger'
"Thank you to all the supporters and also to all the haters, it has only made me stronger. Last couple weeks have been quite an eye-opener for me."
Here's Hayat posing with her medal:

 

 

 

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Bringing home the medal ?? wearing it on my heart with pride. Karachi here we come..!!! ????? #MehwishHayat #enroute #Ibleedgreen #Medalcomeshome #Tamghaeimtiaz #Medalofexcellence #PakistanZindabad ????
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