Veteran actor Mahira Khan shared her regret for not being in Pakistan today, the polling day, while many other actors are facing the backlash from social media users as the celebrities have rushed to Canada to attend a private channel award ceremony that is scheduled to be held on July 28.
A lot of prominent names of Pakistani industry would not be able to caste the vote as they are in Toronto and social media users are not happy with the situation.
In an Instagram post, Khan clarified that she tried but could not manage to arrive in for casting votes and she is regretting the moment.
“As much as I want to be there tomorrow, it is unfortunate that I can not be. There was absolutely no way to delay my work commitment which was scheduled months in advance, I tried my best. And so with a heavy heart, I will not be voting this year. I urge all of you to get out and vote!! May this year bring the change we all have been waiting to see. InshAllah. Pakistan zindabad!!!” she stated.
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Previously, Pakistani singer, Farhan Saeed who has sung the anthem of PTI’s election campaign addressed his fellow celebs who have chosen to fly abroad for work or vacations during election time.
The “Sunou Chanda” actor took to his Twitter account and tweeted, “All the people from my fraternity & otherwise traveling abroad at such a crucial time is so heart-breaking. Please let’s not take our country’s future for granted.”
All the people from my fraternity & otherwise travelling abroad at such a crucial time is so heart-breaking . Please let’s not take our country’s future for granted. #Elections2018 #PakistanElections
— Farhan Saeed (@farhan_saeed) July 23, 2018
A lot of celebrities, on the other hand, are sharing their pictures and showing great enthusiasm for the General Elections.