Respected Pakistani actor Resham recently commended singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan for his commendable apology in the midst of controversies surrounding him. Rahat, a globally renowned singer, has faced various controversies lately, including allegations of tax evasion and involvement in a public altercation.
One incident, in particular, caused widespread public outrage when a video surfaced showing the singer assaulting a personal employee. Responding to the escalating controversy, Rahat released a video addressing the incident and followed it up with a formal apology.
Resham, speaking on an interview, emphasized the importance of not engaging in trolling despite Rahat’s past mistakes. She highlighted Rahat’s significant influence on Pakistan’s image both domestically and internationally.
Resham praised Rahat’s apology sequence, mentioning his apologies to God, the person he wronged, and the public. She expressed admiration for his ownership of his mistake, stating that few people do so. She advocated for giving Rahat more respect and love despite the controversies.
Despite receiving prestigious honors this month, criticism reignited due to the assault allegations.
The viral video, which circulated on social media platforms in January, prompted discussions about the accountability of public figures.
However, Rahat attempted to downplay the incident as a disciplinary matter between a mentor and his pupil in a subsequent video message where he presented his employee and his father, asserting their relationship was based on respect and affection. Despite his attempts, public sentiment remains deeply critical.
