In a surprising turn of events that has sparked widespread online debate, several Pakistani celebrities including Hania Aamir and mahira khan have reportedly been blocked from accessing their instagram accounts in India. This unconfirmed but viral claim has stirred strong reactions on both sides of the border, igniting yet another conversation about the complicated cultural relationship between india and Pakistan.
Social media users noticed that profiles of some Pakistani actors and influencers appeared inaccessible or limited within indian wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital territory, prompting speculation about a deliberate restriction. The phrase “What a revenge” began trending as netizens interpreted the move as a retaliatory gesture—though no official statement has yet confirmed such a policy.
Some online voices expressed support for the restriction, citing ongoing political tensions and historical grievances. “This is how it should be,” one user posted. “Why give them a platform here when we get nothing in return?”
Others, however, pushed back against what they see as an unnecessary and regressive approach. “Art and culture should rise above borders,” tweeted a critic. “Blocking artists on instagram is petty and counterproductive.”
The situation has reignited the long-standing debate over cross-border artistic collaborations. Pakistani actors like Mahira Khan—who starred alongside Shah Rukh Khan in Raees—have often faced mixed reception in india, particularly during periods of heightened political strain. Though some bans in the past were informal or industry-driven, wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital restrictions signal a new frontier in cross-border disengagement.
As of now, no indian government agency has confirmed any official action against the accounts of Pakistani celebrities. instagram has also not issued a public statement.
Whether this incident reflects a policy shift or a temporary glitch remains to be seen. What’s clear, however, is that cultural ties between india and pakistan remain as emotionally charged—and politically entangled—as ever.
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