Prominent Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane found herself in the midst of a controversy surrounding her Christmas home decor.
The ‘Sabaat’ actress took to her Instagram handle to share an adorable video of herself participating in Christmas festivities.
In the shared video, Mawra can be seen embraced by colorful decorations, including a beautifully decorated Christmas tree.
The lady wished everyone a Merry Christmas in the caption:
“Merry Merry Christmas to the white of my flag and to everyone celebrating everywhere. I love you all”, along with ‘Christmas’ and ‘Minorities Matter’ hashtags.
The post ignited a discussion when one of the social media users questioned Mawra's participation in the rituals of another religion and voiced concerns regarding her religious beliefs.
Mawra fearlessly stood her ground and defended her festive spirit.
In a powerful response, she emphasized the importance of celebrating joy for minorities and spreading positivity during the holiday season, as beliefs are not in trees; it is in heart.
The user commented:
“It's not about minorities matter decorating tree and wishing them means you are accepting their beliefs about Christmas. No Muslim can indulge in other religions' religious deeds. Please be sensible.”
To which Mawra replied:
“Belief is in your heart, not in a tree. Please go read up a little more. This is exactly how minorities feel included, you don't have to do it but let me do my part. Thank you!”
Netizens disagree with the actress and educate her on how she cannot justify it in this way because it is forbidden in Islam and thus cannot be regarded as the correct thing to do.
“It's against the belief "Tauheed". Just for them to feel included, you can't associate Allah with having a child, Na'az u billah! Educate yourself please!”
“If Allah said it's haram so it's haram, your openion doesn't matter, you need to read surah maryam,
Yes, respect minorities, but we can't celebrate”
“Even u cannot wish them on Christmas its also prohibited.”
“Minorities rights means let them live, doesn’t means k ap bhi un k sath woi krne lg jao jo humen manna h. These celebrities called themselves muftis”