Hareem Farooq faces online backlash over latest outfit

Pakistani television and film actor, producer, and host Hareem Farooq has once again become a topic of discussion on social media after her latest public appearance drew mixed reactions from fans and internet users.

Hareem Farooq is among the well-known names in Pakistan’s entertainment industry. She has appeared in several popular television dramas, including Mere Humdam Mere Dost, Diyar-e-Dil, Main Khayal Hoon Kisi Aur Ka, Bismil, 22 Qadam, and Dusri Bivi. She has also established herself in Pakistani cinema through films such as Jannan, Parchi, and Heer Maan Ja.

More recently, Hareem received appreciation for her performance as Sanam in ARY Digital’s drama Sharaspand, where her portrayal attracted considerable attention from viewers.

The actor recently attended the launch event of her upcoming film Mango Jutt, where she opted for a traditional Punjabi-inspired look. Hareem wore a short, sleeveless silk kurti in an apple-green shade, which she paired with a beige and sea-green jamawar ghairdar shalwar. She completed the look with an organza dupatta.

While the outfit reflected traditional elements with a modern touch, its fitting quickly became a subject of discussion online. Some social media users felt that the dress appeared tight and did not complement her figure, while others focused on the overall styling and fit of the outfit.

Following the appearance, a video of Hareem from the event circulated on social media, prompting a wave of comments. Several users criticised her choice of outfit and questioned whether the particular style suited her.

One social media user commented that celebrities should look at themselves carefully before stepping out in an outfit, while another questioned why people sometimes choose clothes that do not flatter them.

Some comments also focused on Hareem’s changing appearance and weight. One user claimed that the actor had previously lost considerable weight but appeared to have gained it again. Another made a harsh remark about the outfit, suggesting that it looked too tight on her.

However, not everyone agreed with the criticism. Some users came to Hareem’s defence and urged others to avoid making hurtful comments about her appearance. One commenter suggested that her weight fluctuations could be connected to a health-related issue and argued that people should be more considerate instead of publicly mocking her.

The discussion then shifted from Hareem’s appearance to the outfit itself. Another user argued that the criticism was not necessarily about her weight but about the choice and fitting of the clothes. According to this view, celebrities should consider whether an outfit is comfortable and appropriate for a public appearance before wearing it.

The mixed reactions have once again highlighted how quickly celebrity fashion choices can become a topic of debate on social media. While some users criticised Hareem’s styling and the fit of her traditional ensemble, others defended the actor and called for more respectful conversations about celebrities and their appearances.

Despite the online criticism, Hareem has continued to remain in the spotlight because of her acting projects and upcoming film. Her appearance at the Mango Jutt launch has generated significant discussion, with social media users expressing sharply different opinions about her outfit and overall look.