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  • ‘End her career’: Gal Gadot roasted after rejecting calls for ceasefire

    ‘End her career’: Gal Gadot roasted after rejecting calls for ceasefire

    The call to ban actress Gal Gadot from working in Hollywood has reached unprecedented heights. Social media users are now vowing to boycott her upcoming film ‘Snow White’ where she plays the evil stepmother. Gal Gadot, an Israeli national, has previously worked in the IDF. She was also among the several Hollywood actors who wrote a controversial open letter denouncing the October 7 attack on Israel which did not condemn the growing death toll in Gaza from Israeli airstrikes.

    The Hollywood actress was recently part of a panel slamming the Palestinian protests, that have called for an end to the genocide in Gaza where now 8000 civilians are dead.

    “But I ask myself what has happened to humanity?” Gal could be heard saying. “Why do we need to convince people that it is not okay when others are asking for a ceasefire?”

    Twitter users were shocked at Gal’s insensitive comment and were all in favor of watching her Hollywood career end.

    Users are calling for a boycott of Snow White and for audiences to stop purchasing products made by Disney. Disney was previously embroiled in controversy after the organisation declared its support for Israel and donated $2 million dollars.

    “remember that gal gadot served in the idf (so she is a murderer) and was miss israel 2004 (is proud to represent murderers). disney money goes toward funding israel. to hell with every person involved in this production and every person who supports it. BOYCOTT,” one user wrote.

    The casting of Snow White was overshadowed with controversy after Peter Dinklage called out the production house in 2022 for choosing to adapt a film with offensive stereotypes towards people with dwarfism.

    “You’re progressive in one way but you’re still making that f*****g backward story of seven dwarves living in the cave. What the fuck are you doing, man? Have I done nothing to advance the cause from my soapbox? I guess I’m not loud enough,” Peter said as quoted by The Guardian.

    Recently, a picture featuring Rachel as Snow White and seven dwarfs surrounding her was criticised by the internet. Users alleged that it looked like one actor, Martin Klebba, had played all the seven dwarfs in CGI versions.

  • Israeli actress slaps child during Palestine protest; internet finds her

    Israeli actress slaps child during Palestine protest; internet finds her

    Israeli-American actress Edian Atias was recorded on video on Sunday, assaulting a child for protesting for Palestine. In a viral video, the Zionist was seen giving threating the boy infront of his family and friends.

    The Zionist’s personal details were leaked online by the internet, who found out she is an actress in New York.

    A user leaked her Linkedin account details online as well

    The incident is among the recent rise of hate crimes committed against Palestinians and protestors currently advocating for an end to the genocide in Gaza. Six-year-old Wadea Al-Fayoume was stabbed 26 times by his neighbour who, in a fit of rage, accused the family of spreading terrorism in the country. Just one day ago, Pakistani-American doctor Dr Talat Jehan Khan was murdered by a man in Texas. The case is under investigation.

    Twitter users, including actress Nadia Jamil, expressed their outrage at assaulting a child.

  • Angelina Jolie donates for Gaza, calls for ceasefire

    Angelina Jolie donates for Gaza, calls for ceasefire

    Hollywood icon Angelina Jolie has joined growing calls demanding a ceasefire in Gaza as the death toll from Israeli bombing climbs past 8000, including 3000 children.

    The ‘Mr and Mrs Smith’ actress wrote that the situation in Gaza is catastrophic: “nowhere to go, no access to food or water, no possibility of evacuation, and not even the basic human right to cross a border to seek refuge.”

    Angelina went on to reflect on her 20- years of experience working with refugees and stressed on how urgent it is to help those being displaced by violence.

    “Gaza has a population of over 2 million people (half of them are children), who have lived under a severe blockade for over two decades, on top of decades of displacement and statelessness. The few aid trucks that are entering are a fraction of what is needed (and was delivered daily before the present conflict), and the bombings are causing desperate new humanitarian needs daily.”

    The actress ended the note by revealing she had donated to Doctors Without Borders, and urged her followers to do the same.

  • Hassan Minhaj says New Yorker lied and he has the receipts

    Hassan Minhaj says New Yorker lied and he has the receipts

    American Comedian of Indian origin Hasan Minhaj, most famous for his Netflix standup special “Patriot Act” has lately found himself in a heated controversy post a New Yorker article which questioned the authenticity of anecdotes he has shared over the time in his performances.

    Hasan’s comedy is mostly centred around the racism faced by the diaspora and his quintessential ‘desi’ upbringing in a country like America. He has jokingly called himself ABCD (American Born Confused Desi). The article, titled Hasan Minhaj’s “Emotional Truths” criticised him for exaggeration of some of the incidents he has told, specifically his high school prom experience, an encounter with an FBI informant and a fictionalised anthrax scare.

    The writer of the article related his experience of seeing Hasan at a comedy club where he had said that “Every story in my style is built around a seed of truth,” he reportedly has acknowledged that his comedy is seventy percent emotional truth-this happened-and then thirty percent hyperbole, exaggeration and fiction. He was further accused of using racism and islamophobia as a medium to establish his career.

    Minhaj has released a video on his YouTube channel and Instagram handle in response to this article. “With everything happening in the world, I’m aware that even talking about this now feels so trivial, but being accused of faking racism is not trivial. It is very serious and demands an explanation” he stated in the beginning. Treading on the safe side, he further acknowledges that “I made artistic choices to express myself and drive home larger issues affecting me and my community, and I feel horrible that I let people down.”

    However, he goes on to explain his side of the story for he felt that the article painted him in a negative light and a “con artist” who uses racism and Islamophobia to “advance his career”.

    While relating the prom story he referred to the doxed girl as Bethany Reed to protect her identity. Messages from the girl after a show displayed appreciation for his support and protection.

    He appreciated the creative liberty he has taken with the story of FBI informant in his show The King’s Jester but the underlying objective was to highlight the issue of FBI infiltration in Muslim communities. Using humour and presenting the story in an engaging manner is his forte and part of a job as a comedian. His intention was not deceive but to convey a tint of truth that comes with it.

    Lastly, Minhaj responded to the allegation of fabrication in his story of anthrax scare where he framed it in a way as to let audiences feel the shock he and his wife went through. The character of the investigator was certainly introduced to balance it out.

    He delineated in detail about his two roles. One of the storyteller comedian and the other of a political comedian. “In my work as a storytelling comedian I assumed that the lines between truth and fiction were allowed to be a bit blurrier and I totally get why a journalist would be interested to know where that line sits,”

    Minhaj reasserted, “If the reporter was genuinely curious about the idea of truth in standup, they would have had to report that the majority of my stories are true. But their article led with the opposite.”

  • ‘Importance of finding someone who accepts you for who you are’: Sarah Majeed talks about Fairytale

    ‘Importance of finding someone who accepts you for who you are’: Sarah Majeed talks about Fairytale

    We’ve seen several romance dramas in Pakistan make a splash and then fade away. But this year ‘Fairy Tale’ emerged out of the blue and shifted the Pakistani entertainment scene like nothing else before. It was composed of new actors, and was given a terrible time slot, but a few weeks later it became a stand out drama, and made the writer Sarah Majeed a star overnight.

    Pakistani women would never recommend Pakistani dramas to others, but suddenly ‘Fairy Tale’ is the sole drama that created a female fan cult no other drama has developed. There are groups dedicated to fan girling on Hamza Sohail, the internet’s new boyfriend, and fan-fics written online about Umeed and Farjaad, but most importantly Sarah Majeed was hailed by modern women for making a progressive drama at a time there seemed to be a dearth of them.

    The Current had a chat with Sarah Majeed about how she formulated the idea of the drama, it’s gorgeous and feisty female lead Umeed and how she created a feminist drama in an entertainment industry known for championing misogynist tropes.

    Q. First of all, what inspired you to write a drama like ‘Fairy Tale’? Did you get any inspiration that made you want to write this rom-com?

    Sarah: Fantasy always sparks my imagination and inspires me to create a magical world where happiness, pure friendship, family bonds and unconditional love can be found.
    I aim to bring laughter and warmth to viewers, reminding them of the beauty of love and the humorous moments that come with it.

    Q. Did you have a personal preference for who you wanted to pick to play Umeed and Farjaad? Or did you go with Sehar and Hamza Sohail after their auditions?

    Sarah: No, all credit goes to Mahesh Waswani and Saira Ghulam Nabi. But I was very happy to know that Hamza Sohail and Sehar Khan are playing the role of Farjad and Umeed.

    Q. No one was expecting ‘Fairy Tale’ to become an overnight success the way it did- because it featured unknown actors and was given a bad time slot- but it exceeded expectations to get international praise. How did you feel about all of that?

    Sarah: This is an amazing and incredible success and proof that content is everything and we can gain popularity by creating progressive content too.
    I also would like to appreciate the entire team of Fairytale, because of all of them, this journey of success was possible.

    Q What is more endearing about Fairy Tale is how it has established a cult following on Twitter- which is not something a lot of Pakistani dramas are remembered for. A lot of young women have fan accounts, group chats and even fan fictions dedicated to Umeed and Farjaad! Why do you think this drama has established such a strong following of women online?

    Sarah: The charm of a fairy tale is that it is an ordinary story written and acted in a very special way. I focus on relevant and relatable content and incorporate modern storytelling techniques.
    I am grateful to my fans for their amazing support. I am overwhelmed by all the love and support! Thank you, fans, for making our drama trend!

    Your support fuels my passion. Sending you all my love and thanks.

    Q. When we come to Umeed, what fans love about her most- and the thing she is criticised for- is that she’s super loud and makes mistakes all the time. But every time in interviews this critique is brought up after Season one, you’ve been quick to shut it down. This is quite a shift in how female leads are treated, seeing how another critically acclaimed drama with a loud and bold female lead, but the writer consistently approved the idea that she should be slapped by the male lead.

    Sarah: As a writer, I have immense love for all my characters, not just Umeed. Because I spend so much time making and preparing them, they become like my dear friends. I invest in their stories, their growth and their journey. I think that’s the sign of a passionate writer who really cares about his/her craft. I embrace my characters with love and they guide me in making them authentic and compelling characters. My viewers can feel this love too.

    Q. Farjaad embodied the literal opposite of what we typically see male leads on screen do, which is that he is a powerful and successful man but he never overshadows Umeed and uplifts her more often. Could you tell us why you chose to craft him in this way?

    Sarah: Men like Farjad are rarely seen be it on screen or in real life. That is why I created Farjad. Farjad is a powerful and successful male character who promotes and supports the heroine. By making sure he doesn’t overshadow her, I’ve tried to create a balanced dynamic that celebrates the strengths of both characters.

    Farjad allows Umeed to shine and grow, while still showing the positive qualities of the male character.

    It’s all about creating a story that empowers and inspires.

    Q. ‘Fairy Tale’ can be seen as a feminist rom-com, but it’s made in an entertainment industry where mostly viewer ratings demand screenplays include miserable women rather than happy ones. Writer Syed Mohammad Ahmed made this intelligent insight how entertainment producers- and audiences to an extent- aren’t mostly fond of seeing women happy and independent on screens, and which is why most progressive dramas have a hard time establishing a popular following. Would you agree with him on this?

    Sarah: Oh, I understand what you’re saying. It’s true that usually happy female leads on screen may not get as much attention as other types of characters. However, it’s important to remember that representation is key. By showcasing happy and positive female characters,we can inspire and uplift audiences.

    Yes, it can be a challenge for progressive dramas to gain popularity initially. Sometimes, it takes time for the audience to tell a new and innovative story. But remember, quality and authenticity always prevail in the long run. I believe in creating thought-provoking content, staying true to my vision, and engaging with my target audience. In time, my progressive drama will find its dedicated fans and make a positive impact.

    Q. A lot of drama writers we see achieve fame in Pakistan have written shows that were based on misogynist tropes like Khalil ul Rehman Qamar, which is the anti-thesis of the message surrounding ‘Fairy Tale’. Does this put any kind of pressure on you regarding the kind of dramas you want to write, but also balancing the expectations of what the entertainment industry wants?

    Sarah: Yes, I understand exactly what you mean. Misogynist tropes can be harmful and perpetuate negative stereotypes about women. It is very difficult to challenge and avoid such tropes in storytelling. Let’s strive for more inclusive and positive representation on screen!

    Q. Among a lot of the secondary characters we’ve seen fleshed out in Season Two, Haya is a beloved one among fans because she steps out of the Sati savitri trope a lot of fans felt she was boxed in during Season One.

    Sarah: Of course! Haya has learned from her past experiences and overcome her flaws and has tried to change from a sati savitri girl to a balanced character.

    I know watching Haya’s character grow is incredibly satisfying and inspiring for the audience. So, I did not forget to give opportunities to all my characters be it Haya, Pasha Sahab, Umeed, Farjad, Sameer, Niggo, Zeenat Chachi, Hilal Pasha and Aago Jaan all to grow and develop.

    Q. A lot of writers talk about using music to get into their characters. Do you do the same thing, or do you do something else to get into the minds of your characters?

    Sarah: Not any specific thing I do, it all depends on my mood.

    Q. After the success of your drama, what message do you wish the entertainment industry would take from the love story of Farjaad and Umeed?

    Sarah: The message from the love story of Farjad and Umeed is that stories can be written and created without evil characters and evil deeds and still be appreciated. Love can be found in unexpected places and is worth taking risks for. Fairytale reminds that relationships can be messy, but they can also bring joy, growth, and connection. This story emphasises the importance of communication, vulnerability, and finding someone who accepts you for who you are.

    Q. Will we see you writing more rom-coms in the future?

    Sarah: InshAllah

  • Stalker arrested after she approached BTS’s V with marriage certificate

    Stalker arrested after she approached BTS’s V with marriage certificate

    According to Korean media, a female stalker was arrested after she trespassed BTS member V’s residence. The woman caught the singer off-guard while presenting him with their marriage certificate. She has been arrested by authorities.

    Soompi reported the woman followed V into his residence’s elevator, wanting to speak with them, before she presented him with their fake marriage certificate.

    The female stalker has a history of stalking V, media reports say this is not the first time she approached the singer.

    BTS’s agency BigHit Entertainment addressed the situation with a statement saying they do not tolerate the personal lives of their artists being breached in this manner.

    “We are responding with a no-tolerance policy to stalking crimes that disturb our artist’s personal life and threaten their safety.”

    V assured his fans he was alright by sharing a selfie on Weverse and captioning it “he he I’m okay don’t worry.”

    Previously, BigHit Entertainment announced in a statement on Weverse they were going to take legal action against fans who repeatedly trespassed the personal boundaries of the boyband members by sending packages directly to their homes. They noted legal proceedings were underway against perpetuators which related to sexual harassment, spreading misinformation and defamation.

    READ MORE: BTS’s managment to take legal action against fans sending gifts to idol’s homes

    “Hello. This is BigHit Music. Our company regularly initiates legal proceedings against perpetrators of malicious activities related to BTS, including defamation, personal attacks, sexual harassment, the spread of groundless information, and ill-intentioned criticism. We would like to provide an update on these important activities. During this quarter, we filed multiple criminal complaints with law enforcement agencies based on evidence related to acts infringing on the rights of the artists, including defamation, submitted by our fans as well as collected through our own monitoring.”

    The statement revealed several of the packages sent to the boyband member’s residences caused harm to their families, who have now filed criminal complaints against them on grounds of stalking.

  • Actress Indy Moore arrested alongside several Jewish American activists protesting Gaza genocide

    Actress Indy Moore arrested alongside several Jewish American activists protesting Gaza genocide

    As Israel cut off all communication services in Gaza before initiating the heaviest bombing the region has ever seen, Palestinian activists and human rights organisations are outraged as they cannot keep in touch with media organisations or their loved ones who are under Israeli siege.

    Yesterday, a massive sit-in was announced by anti-Zionist group Jewish Voice For Peace to protest against the on-going genocide in Gaza. More than 200 Jewish American activists were arrested by the police. Among them was ‘Pose’ actress Indya Moore, who could be seen chanting “Not in our name” along with the rest of the protesters as she was arrested by the police.

    Indya was also among the several actors who signed a letter asking Joe Biden to end the genocide of Gaza and allow humanitarian aid to enter through. Other celebrities who had signed the letter included Andrew Garfield, Florence Pugh, Oscar Isaac and Academy Award winner Joaquin Pheonix.

  • ‘It doesn’t matter’: Ranbir Kapoor responds to label of ‘toxic masculinity’

    Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor was the center of criticism from the public when certain moments with his wife, actress Alia Bhatt, didn’t sit well with fans. Recently, the ‘Barfi’ actor went viral after Alia’s interview with Vogue where she revealed Ranbir forbade her from wearing lipstick. This attracted severe criticism from X (formerly Twitter) users who lashed out at Ranbir by labelling him a ‘red flag’ all women should avoid.

    READ MORE: ‘While we were dating, Ranbir told me not to wear lipstick’: Alia’s Vogue interview sparks outrage

    Recently in an interview the actor, who’s the son of late star Rishi Kapoor, acknowledged the backlash, stating that he is fine with being labeled the face of toxic masculinity.

    “Recently, I was reading an article about being toxic and something relating to some statement I made, and I understand. Listen, I am on your side. Whatever you are fighting against this toxic masculinity, I am on the side of people who are fighting for it. So, if they want to use me as a face, I am fine because their fight is bigger than just me feeling bad about them having an opinion on what I said,” the actor opined according to The Indian Express.

    The ‘Tamasha’ actor said he accepted a long time ago he would become a part of “gossip blogs”, and further said it didn’t matter to him what critics said.

    Ranbir also said him not being active on social media helps in not having to deal with the negativity that comes with being an actor “which is a great thing.”

    But also, Ranbir added, his focus always remained on his work, and takes opinions about his image with a pinch of salt:

    “Sometimes a lot of things are written about you as an actor, and many opinions are made, which are not necessarily true, but you have to take it with a pinch of salt. Because this image of mine, which is being created by the movies or the characters I play or by media, is something that I don’t own. It is owned by the public, it is owned by people who like or dislike my work and they are allowed to say anything as long as they give my work a chance. My focus has always been just to act.”

  • So, Deepika-Ranveer casually dated before marriage. Why is social so pissed off?

    So, Deepika-Ranveer casually dated before marriage. Why is social so pissed off?

    Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh appeared on the Koffee With Karan show and unleashed a social media storm. Their one hour long talk featured some incredibly wholesome revelations while the two were cozying together on the couch.

    Ranveer recalled that he was blown away when he saw the actress walk into a room. Karan broke the formality of the interview to confess how their strong love and commitment made him feel lonely because he wanted the same.

    A viral clip showed Deepika talking about the begining of their relationship, confessing that the two were casually dating. Deepika and Ranveer met at Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s house, while prepping for the shoot of ‘Ram-Leela’. The ‘Piku’ actress confessed she had just gotten out of an abusive relationship that traumatised her, and she didn’t want to commit to another one. So the two actors casually dated, since Deepika was not ready for something serious after her failed relationships.

    But social media went off on a tirade, labelling Deepika a ‘slut’, ‘toxic woman who uses men’, and also saying that the two are trying to romanticise ‘open relationships’, therefore relationship standards have fallen.

    I’ll take my sweet time to explain to the nay-sayers why they’ll continue to look like losers while Deepika is laughing away with the love of her life.

    Open relationship or casually dating? Let us break down the difference

    Open relationships are when two partners who are committed to each other, choose to continue being in separate relationships with other people while remaining together. It requires both partners, who are in most cases married couples, to equally consent to the relationship and keep each other in the loop about the partners in their life. Deepika and Ranveer were not in a confirmed relationship at the time, so they could not have been doing this.

    Casual dating on the other hand is what gen-z calls today ‘situationship’. It’s when two people do not confirm they’re in a relationship and continue to see each other casually, while also seeing other partners. Since there was no commitment label on them, they are not cheating on each other.

    Got the difference? Now let’s unravel the misogyny behind this whole backlash to the ‘casual dating’ revalation.

    ‘Casual Dating’ say gussa hai, or the fact that a woman exercised free will to choose how she wants to live?

    A lot of the backlash surrounding this topic is pitting Deepika with her ex, Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor, and saying he would have been trolled for doing such a thing. Several users on X complained how Alia was trolled intensely for revealing Ranbir tells her not to wear lipstick, compared to the silence of feminists when Deepika admits she was casually dating.

    There is a huge difference between the two, dear reader. The backlash to Ranbir and Alia was justified by all means because it was a grown man, married to a woman ten years his junior, who was dating her while she was in her early twenties and ordering her not to wear lipstick. Had this been Alia’s personal choice, it was acceptable but the fact that she chooses not to wear it because her husband doesn’t like it, is absolutely wrong and can never be defended.

    While here are Deepika and Ranveer, two professionals who are financially independent and clearly stressed that this was a joint decision they had made, not enforced by Deepika. Several times in the interview, Ranveer says he is well aware of Deepika’s mental health state, and he did want to ensure he could help in every way he can to make his wife feel better. Therefore, them choosing to casually date would have helped Deepika heal from an abusive relationship, but most importantly this clip proved how Ranveer was ready to do everything to prove he was the right man for Deepika, and she knew that.

    But why did social media find this clip particularly triggering? Is it because of just the label ‘casually dating’ or because we can’t handle a woman taking things at her own pace? In particular, this has more to do with our culture of romanticising the ‘sati savitri’ trope of a woman who never cheats, never loves anyone but one man for the rest of her life, and most importantly, never dictates her own needs to a man. Here is Ranveer, an accomplished actor whose recent film ‘Rocky and Rani’ made millions around the world, admitting that his biggest dream was to ‘marry Deepika Padukone’ and is getting trolled for wanting his wife to take the lead in a relationship, which she was denied in her previous one.

    This is not just about casually dating. Men are foaming at the mouth about ‘cancel culture’ and ‘double standards’ because a woman spoke about taking autonomy in a relationship. Relationship standards, family system yada yada didn’t budge an inch when Alia was openly body shamed (while pregnant!) by her husband Ranbir, who was ten years older than her while she was 22 when they were dating. But only when two equal partners open up about respecting each other’s space and trauma to let them heal before they choose to committ.

    If praising Deepika and Ranveer means having lost ‘family morals’ then please let it die. Let it all go to waste. Because with how Ranveer kept consoling Deepika indirectly by rubbing her shoulder while she talked about her anxiety attacks in 2014 is getting him being trolled as a ‘run-mureed’ then okay. We’ll keep hoping more women find men like Ranveer who love them too much to listen to ‘family morals’ cynics.

  • Ushna Shah’s opinion on McDonald’s workers has divided social media

    Ushna Shah’s opinion on McDonald’s workers has divided social media

    Ushna Shah’s recent take on boycotting McDonald’s and other international franchises has divided social media. The actress is currently among the vocal celebrities calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Yesterday she expressed her outrage at a video showing IDF soldiers in Israel enjoying McDonald’s. The Israeli franchise was subjected to international backlash when they announced they were providing free meals to soldiers. Ushna shared the video and urged her followers to boycott the brand, writing:

    “I swear to God if I see anyone touch #McDonalds or have it anywhere near me I’m going to rage. Keep it the hell off my sets & if you choose to eat it or endorse it stay the hell away from me, & be prepared for an earful. And for Muslims, consider it as Haram as pork.”

    A commentor under her X post questioned if Ushna was thinking about the countless workers in local McDonald’s franchises, who would be jobless if the restaurant was boycotted. To which the ‘Habs’ actor responded:

    “Shut up. Those people can find employment at a local fast food chain . McDonalds is a Franchise and as a Franchise it has chosen to send 4000 daily meals to an army that is annihilating Gaza. Closing this franchise in Pakistan will open doors for local businesses to flourish which is far better for our economy. This argument is ridiculous. McDonalds needs to be banned. Simple.”

    While some users agreed with Ushna’ take to boycott McDonald’s, other’s felt her tweet reeked of elitism.

    There were users on X who agreed to stop purchasing McDonald’s to ensure their support for Palestine remains strong.

    “Mcdonalds is next to where i play football in Singapore. I sometimes had it on my way back. Today, i chose to walk 2 km to a local joint instead. If i can, you can.”

    But others felt her tweet especially regarding workers finding job elsewhere read like elitism, and many users pointed out there needs to be conversation on how the middle class survives boycotts like these.

    “an elite woman telling people who live the consequences of poor economy to go find another job is insane,” a user wrote.

    This user pointed out that we should help employees find new jobs so they’re not affected by the McDonald’s boycott.

    “An average #McDonalds employee earns 25 to 30K, and in a country where people beg for jobs, you’re asking them to leave their jobs? Who will provide them with new jobs? First get them jobs at local chains with same salary and a ration of a month then lash out at them. #Pakistan“

    “Someone please tell her that your boycott wont have any impact on global chain of McDonalds since they operate via franchise in Pakistan and the only loss would be Pakistan’s economy and people employed there. Get them job first then come up with such activism.”

    “and until those ppl dont get re-employed at a local chain, they’d be on Ushna’s payroll ? Its easier said then done. people do not estimate the impact. Its 5,000 to 8,000 families getting affected if a chain closes. Its not really about not having a big mac, that’s the easy part”