Fawad Khan Faces Backlash as Public Demands Cancellation Over Barzakh

Fawad Khan is one of Pakistan’s most renowned stars with an impressive global presence. He first made a name for himself as the lead singer of the band EP before making a memorable shift to acting with his debut in Khuda Ke Liye. Since then, Fawad has been a part of numerous successful projects, solidifying his reputation as a versatile actor. He had a notable stint in Bollywood, where his performances were well-received, but he was later banned from the Indian film industry. Since then, Fawad has primarily focused on Indian-backed projects, including his role in Khoobsurat. Currently, he’s starring in Asim Abbasi’s Barzakh, where he plays Sheheryar. The show is a deep dive into themes of love, loss, and mental health, and also tackles queer issues. This latest role follows his portrayal of a gay character in the Bollywood film Kapoor & Sons. Despite his accomplishments, Fawad is facing criticism for his recent choices in roles and projects. His involvement in Barzakh and previous roles have sparked controversy, leading to a significant backlash online. Responding to his choice of roles, Many social media users took to X platform and shared their opinions. One wrote, "Fawad Khan and his obsession with LGBTQ project," Another wrote, "He needs to be canceled, everyone should boycott him." While he remains a major figure in Pakistani cinema, the debate surrounding his career choices continues to stir strong reactions from the public. [embedpost slug="fawad-khan-to-star-as-british-chef-in-his-bollywood-return-film/"]