ARY drama serial ‘Rehmat’ has landed in hot water after a scene featuring the lead actress in a saree went viral across social media, triggering debate over wardrobe choices on television.
A clip circulating online shows the actress dressed in a saree with a blouse that many viewers considered too revealing for a family-oriented television drama. The scene quickly gained traction, with netizens criticizing the production team and questioning the styling decisions, arguing that the outfit appeared inappropriate and disconnected from the drama’s narrative.
Social media users voiced mixed reactions, with several calling for a distinction between film and television content.
One user wrote, “Film aur TV mein koi tou difference hona chahiye” (There should be some difference between films and television).
Another commented, “That's all the director's fault. How come they allow this and also take a shot like that? He could have easily asked the actor to fix her saree, but no. All the media people have gone crazy these days.”
A third user penned, “Bhala ho purple dupaty ka jisny zra si izzat bcha li abhi bhi.” (Thank goodness for the purple dupatta that still preserved a bit of modesty.)
Meanwhile, another netizen remarked, “Aur yahan PEMRA bhi andha ho jata hai.” (And here, even PEMRA seems to turn a blind eye.)
The controversy has once again ignited discussions about evolving fashion trends in Pakistani dramas, creative freedom, and the boundaries viewers expect television productions to maintain.