Shafqat Amanat Ali faces backlash for music video role

The upcoming romantic track will feature Shafqat Amanat Ali and Resham in lead roles, with the music video scheduled for release on Dec 31.

KARACHI: Renowned Pakistani classical, ghazal, and playback singer Shafqat Amanat Ali, whose soulful voice has been widely appreciated in both Pakistan and India, is all set to release a cover of Noor Jehan’s iconic ghazal Pehli Si Mohabbat.

Shafqat gained immense popularity through hit songs such as Mathwa, Khamaj, Akhiyan, Jiya Na Jaye, and Teri Jhuki Nazar. Recently, his performance at the Bridal Couture Week, where he presented the song Aankhon Ke Sagar, received enthusiastic applause from fans.

The upcoming romantic track will feature Shafqat Amanat Ali and celebrated Pakistani film star Resham in lead roles, with the music video scheduled for release on December 31. The teaser for the song was shared on social media by Resham.

However, Shafqat has faced significant public criticism for taking on a romantic hero role in the video. Many fans expressed that the role should have been given to an actor, while some described the video as inappropriate or disappointing. Others made sarcastic remarks referencing the singer’s age.

Despite the mixed reactions to his on-screen appearance, the song is being widely praised for its musical quality, with fans looking forward to hearing Shafqat’s rendition of the classic ghazal.