Meesha Shafi’s sexual harassment accusations against Ali Zafar faced mixed responses from the industry and from general public. Some chose to favor either one of them while others remain impartial saying that they are waiting for the truth to emerge.
Make up expert Nabila has also spoken on the issue by posting a status on a social media site. She requested her colleagues to refrain from manipulating the #MeToo movement for their personal feud or instant fame.
She started her status by writing the words, ‘We stand with the truth’ in capital letters. Nabila continued, “I have been part of Ali’s personal and professional growth and seen him evolve into a fine young man. In my opinion he fulfils the role of a responsible adult, musician, actor, husband, father, brother, son, friend and more,”
Nabila added, “I have also known MeeshaShafi professionally and seen her develop from being a model to a successful musician and a fine professional. She is a true millennial, juggling children, talent, career and home. Meesha is inspiring, cool, rebellious, firm, strong, and by no means meek or submissive”.
The makeup guru stated, “Although I don’t like getting involved in any politics but seeing the divide and undying obscenity surrounding the allegations, I want to make a point here and request my colleagues to refrain from manipulating the #MeToo movement for their personal vendetta or instant fame.”
Nabila further advised, “This platform should be used sacredly and responsibly to educate our next generation of their rights that may have been blurred up until now.”
“Regardless of gender, age, cast, creed or status, it’s never acceptable to force yourself upon another person without their consent. It’s also not acceptable to ever be violated and stay silent with shame. We stand with the truth!” She concluded.
Earlier, Meesha Shafi had accused Ali Zafar of sexual harassment a month ago by posting on a social media website with the hashtag Metoo.
Zafar however, has denied the accusations and sent her a legal notice as well.
Me Too is an international campaign against sexual harassment which spread greatly in October 2017, as a hashtag or trend on social media sites. It highlighted the prevalence of sexual assault and harassment especially at work place.