LAHORE – Pakistani Olympian Arshad Nadeem, celebrated for his gold medal in the javelin competition at the Paris Olympics, is now embroiled in a controversy due to a viral video circulating on social media. The video, posted by a vlogger, has come under fire for its misleading content and unfounded claims about Nadeem’s wife.
The vlogger’s video centers around Arshad Nadeem’s recent visit to the home of renowned singer Ibrar-ul-Haq, where Nadeem was honored with a cash reward of Rs1.5 million. During the visit, Nadeem posed for photos with the singer’s family members, including a woman in a pink dress. The vlogger incorrectly identified this woman as Nadeem’s wife and criticized her attire—sleeveless kameez and shalwar—suggesting that she had abandoned her modesty and traditional values since Nadeem’s rise to fame.
The vlogger went on to allege that Nadeem and his wife had “forgotten their norms and social values” after receiving substantial monetary rewards. However, viewers quickly pointed out in the comments that the woman in the photo was not Nadeem’s wife. Many condemned the vlogger for spreading false rumors and engaging in character assassination without proper research or verification.
The video has sparked mixed reactions online. While some viewers agreed with the vlogger’s views on the impact of fame and wealth, the majority have criticized him for his malicious attempt to defame Arshad Nadeem and his family.
Arshad Nadeem, hailing from Mian Channu in Punjab, has been widely celebrated across the country for his exceptional achievement in athletics. His gold medal at the Paris Olympics has brought immense pride to Pakistan, and he continues to be a source of inspiration for many. This recent controversy, however, underscores the challenges that public figures face in the age of social media, where false information can spread rapidly and cause significant harm.
