LAHORE – Mehak Malik, a prominent transgender dancer and social media personality in Pakistan, is once again in the spotlight—this time for a controversial act during a live performance.
The performer, known for her Punjabi stage shows and viral dance videos, is facing public criticism after a clip surfaced online showing her tearing a 1,000-rupee currency note during a dance routine. The note carries the image of Pakistan’s founding father, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
The act has sparked widespread condemnation on social media, with many users calling it disrespectful to both the national currency and the country’s founder.
کیا اس کھسرے کا بھی سوفٹویئر اپڈیٹ ہوگا پاکستانی نوٹ کی توہین کی وجہ سے pic.twitter.com/IaMIvzUB2C
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One user remarked that Malik needs a “software update” for such behavior, while another urged authorities to crack down on the tradition of throwing and mishandling money during public performances.
However, some voices have also questioned the outrage, pointing out that the country faces more serious issues and that the criticism might be disproportionate.
No official statement has been issued yet by the authorities regarding the incident.
