Veteran actress Simi Raheal and actor Imran Abbas have raised concerns over the participation of very young girl in professional fashion shows.
The discussion emerged after a video showing young girls walking the runway circulated online. Reacting to the clip, Simi Raheal questioned whether children should be made to walk the ramp at such a young age.
Imran Abbas also shared Simi Raheal’s concerns, responding strongly to the video and urging people not to let young girls walk the ramp like professional models.
The actor further described society as a “society of vultures”, suggesting that children should be protected from environments and pressures associated with the professional work
Their reactions have sparked a wider conversation on social media about whether young children should participate in professional fashion shows and where the line should be drawn between encouraging talent and protecting childhood.