"When you chase after them, they tend to fly away."
Adnan Siddiqui sparked controversy when he compared women to houseflies on Nida Yasir’s Shan-e-Suhoor show.
The statement not only unsettled the host but also faced backlash from viewers and social media users.
When a fly buzzed around him, Nida implied it might be attracted to Adnan’s sweetness.
However, he dismissed the notion and replied differently.
“I’m about to say something. I hope the ladies will not mind.”
Nida, sensing the nature of what he was about to say, said: “God help us, it’s Ramazan.”
Adnan continued: “I don’t mean to offend anyone, but women are like houseflies.
“When you chase after them, they tend to fly away.
“However, if you remain still and indifferent, they eventually come and settle down around you.”
It became clear that the host intended to shift the conversation’s focus at that moment. Nida responded with a forced laugh and said:
“I don’t want such straightforward people on my show. Let’s move on now.”
Despite Nida’s attempt to redirect the conversation, Adnan Siddiqui stood by his comment, asserting his viewpoint.
Although Adnan’s comment was meant in jest, considering his reputation for humour and occasional controversy, it’s understandable that women found it offensive.
On social media, viewers called the comparison derogatory and disrespectful.
A user said: “Women are frequently stripped of their autonomy through comparisons to inanimate objects.
“For instance, their bodies are often metaphorically likened to locked boxes or lollipops, suggesting they must remain ‘protected’ and ‘chaste’.”
A user remarked:
“It is an inappropriate thing for anyone to say, especially someone held in high regard like Adnan.”
Another said: “Adnan not only disrespected his loyal fanbase but also suggested that women should not be pursued, shifting the responsibility onto them and endorsing manipulative mind games.”
One noted: “His comment was unprompted, which makes it even more absurd. I wonder what possessed him to pass such a hollow and unnecessary statement.”
Another wrote: “Such a cheap thing to say. Very childish as well. I have lost all respect for him.”
Hitting out at Adnan, one said: “Telling a guy whose whole career is based on playing average characters!”
A comment read: “Adnan’s third class point of view.”
As the controversy continues, it’s uncertain whether Adnan Siddiqui will acknowledge the criticism and offer an apology for his comments.
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