Pakistani writer and filmmaker Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar has reacted strongly to viral remarks made by influencer Fariha Farrukh, dismissing them as inappropriate and urging authorities to take action against content that he believes is harming society.
During a recent appearance, Qamar was asked to comment on the statement that has been circulating widely on social media. However, the veteran writer immediately distanced himself from the discussion, making it clear that he does not consider such topics worthy of public attention.
Responding to the question, Khalil Ur Rehman Qamar said that he does not engage in what he described as cheap and vulgar conversations. He urged people to avoid promoting such content and stressed that not everything that goes viral deserves discussion.
Explaining his position, Qamar said there are many unpleasant realities people witness in everyday life, but that does not mean they should become subjects of public conversation or entertainment. According to him, content that lacks value should not be amplified through media platforms or social media trends.
The writer further argued that the growing spread of such content online cannot be controlled by individuals alone. He maintained that the responsibility lies with the state and relevant institutions to regulate harmful material and prevent it from gaining wider reach.
He also emphasized that authorities should take firm action where necessary, arguing that maintaining public standards and discouraging harmful trends is ultimately the responsibility of state institutions rather than individual social media users.
His remarks quickly sparked debate online, with social media users expressing mixed reactions.