She wanted guidance on how to handle this situation.
Javeria Saud, who is hosting this year’s Ramadan transmission on Express Entertainment, was left stunned by an unexpected live call.
During a segment where viewers could ask religious scholars questions, a woman named Samiya from Gujranwala posed a highly controversial query.
She asked why Muslim men are allowed to have four wives, but Muslim women cannot have multiple husbands.
Javeria Saud was visibly taken aback by the question.
The caller went on to reveal that she is a married woman and has fallen in love with a colleague.
She wanted guidance on how to handle this situation.
The host, shocked by the bold confession, advised her to control her nafs (desires).
The scholar on the show then explained the religious perspective according to Shariah.
However, the moment quickly sparked outrage on social media.
Many viewers expressed anger over such a question being aired during a Ramadan transmission.
Some even accused the channel of staging the call to boost ratings.
Critics argued that religious shows should maintain decorum instead of indulging in sensationalism.
This was not the first time Javeria Saud’s Ramadan transmission made headlines.
In another viral moment, she was seen crying during a Naat recitation by Sherry Raza and Ahmed Raza Qadri.
While some viewers saw it as an expression of faith, many criticised her reaction, calling it overacting.
Social media erupted with comments accusing her of faking emotions for attention.
One user wrote: “This is all scripted for ratings.”
Another commented: “If she truly wanted to connect with Allah, she could do it privately rather than making a show out of it.”
Many believe that Ramadan transmissions should be led by religious scholars, not celebrities from the entertainment industry.
Pakistani actor Faysal Quraishi, who is hosting a Ramadan transmission on Aan TV, recently responded to this criticism.
He defended actors taking part in these shows, explaining that they are not trying to teach religion but are also in a learning phase.
He said:
“This is my fourth year hosting, and I have learned so much from the scholars.”
He emphasised that hosting such programs has helped him grow spiritually.
Live Ramadan transmissions have become a television staple in Pakistan.
Every year, multiple channels compete to attract viewers with grand sets, celebrity hosts, and emotional segments.
However, increasing criticism suggests that many of these transmissions prioritise entertainment over spirituality.
With viral controversies, unexpected call-ins, and dramatic reactions, some viewers feel that these programs are losing their true essence.
While the purpose of these transmissions is to educate and inspire, the pressure to maintain ratings often leads to moments that feel scripted.
As the debate rages on, one thing is clear—public scepticism toward Ramadan transmissions is at an all-time high.
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