Pakistani dramas are often called out for being problematic and misogynistic. Actor Iqra Aziz’s upcoming show Jhooti became an addition to the list of problematic shows hours after its teaser was released.
The teaser shows the Ranjha Ranjha Kardi actor on the verge of tears calling out men for abusing their male power. She points out some bruises on her face claiming that she got them after her husband beat her up. Just when you start sympathising with her, a look of deceit appears on her face. The remainder of the clip hints that Aziz might have done this to herself as she applauds her performance in the mirror.
Just hours after its release, the teaser garnered strong reactions on social media. People started calling it misogynistic and accused it of mocking of victims of domestic abuse.
It was also said that the drama invalidates the struggle of women who have been abused.
Aziz, too, was crticised for choosing the role. The show also stars her husband Yasir Hussain and Ahmed Ali Butt in lead roles.
The show will air on ARY Digital. It has been directed by Syed Ramish Rizvi and produced by Abdullah Seja. The writer of the drama is yet to be revealed. Its release date has not been announced.