Bushra Ansari reacts to Rubi Anum's ageist remarks; calls comments 'cheap attempt to get fame'
Bushra Ansari has reacted strongly to Rubi Anum's ageist remarks against her.
Expressing disappointment over the same, the senior actress said: " It was a cheap attempt by someone to get fame."
"Cheap people can say anything to anyone, "she added.
Responding to the controversial words by Rubi Anum, Bushra said that she heard some 'nonsensical' comments made against her, calling it a cheap attempt to gain fame. " Cheap people can say anything to anyone," she said.
Bushra clarified that she does not even know Rubi Anum personally, saying: "I don't even know her, I have seen her in some viral videos maybe."
The star went on to say that legendary stars Umer Sharif, Zia Mohyeddin, and Moin Akhtar were fortunate to leave the world with respect.
Bushra mentioned that she always refers to Bollywood's mega star Amitabh Bachchan with great respect.
Ruby Anum has set social media abuzz after her fiery appearance on Sabih Sumair’s podcast, where she openly roasted veteran artistes, including Bushra Ansari, Asma Abbas, and their contemporaries.
Known for her sharp wit and blunt takes, Ruby pulled no punches as she questioned why senior stars continue to actively post about their lifestyles and fashion choices.
During the podcast, Ruby mocked Bushra Ansari for frequently sharing travel vlogs and updates about her day-to-day life.
“Bushra Ansari is my favorite … I like her, but this is a lie,” Ruby said.
She added: “She should rest now. She’s not at an age where she should constantly be filming vlogs while packing her luggage for abroad and saying, ‘I’m packing up for abroad.’ Stop it! You’re too old to continue now; you’re even older than our mothers.”
She took aim at Bushra’s sister, Asma Abbas, while acknowledging her respect and courtesy.
“Asma Abbas is a great person. She respects me and gives me protocol.
"I can’t say this to her face, but why are you people so over?
"What is it that doesn’t let you stop from doing such over-the-top things?
"Why go for matching shoes with every outfit, or wear so much makeup that doesn’t even suit you? They don’t even have such beautiful faces.”
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Ruby’s remarks went viral, sparking debate among fans.
Some viewers felt she was brutally honest and only voiced what many secretly think, while others called her remarks ageist and disrespectful toward icons who have contributed decades to the entertainment industry.
The comedian also revisited past controversies involving senior actress Shugufta Ejaz shortly after the loss of her husband, which many felt was insensitive.