In the last few days, any rally, protest or procession of Pakistan Tehreek e Insaf (PTI) is proof that Pakistan’s entertainment industry is throwing its weight behind Imran Khan. Celebrities have always been a supporter of the former premier and voiced their opinions on social media, raising funds or attending his events. However, it is unprecedented to see these stars taking out their time, visiting rallies in different cities, participating actively in politics, standing with the public to protest against Khan’s dismissal, posting about it online and just being very charged in general.
Despite the political turmoil and confusion, the people of Pakistan have made it clear that they are not ready to give up this time. They will stand with their leader and the support isn’t a fad because it is not dying down. Several A-list celebs were seen at the the historic PTI jalsa in Karachi; it was the second rally organized by PTI since Imran Khan’s ouster from power.
PTI Chairman Imran Khan has demanded early elections and vowed to take his protest demonstrations across the country until his demand is met. On Saturday, he addressed the charged crowd at Karachi’s Bagh-e-Jinnah and demanded that a judicial commission be made under the Chief Justice’s command to decide on the merits of his claims regarding the foreign threat letter.
He claimed that the “imported” government was trying to push his party out of the political arena through the foreign funding case, therefore, for the sake of fairness, the court cases against PPP, PTI, and PML-N must be heard together.
What an emotional speech by Chairman Imran Khan at the #KarachiJalsa last night.
Pakistanis across the globe are mobilized now and we all have one demand, which is #PakistanNeedsElections
No one will settle for anything less. Imported Government is totally Rejected! pic.twitter.com/HAKbyMHqnB
— PTI (@PTIofficial) April 17, 2022
And the stars are supporting the movement as well. Social media is buzzing with pictures of familiar faces from the showbiz industry who were seen at the rally.
Syra Yousuf, who also attended the first rally, was seen holding up the Pakistan flag against the backdrop of the mausoleum of Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
“There is no power on earth that can undo Pakistan,” she posted on Instagram, quoting Jinnah.
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Her sister, hairstylist Palwasha Yousuf also shared pictures of the group ready to attend the rally held at MA Jinnah Road.
Feroze Khan shared videos and pictures of the event on his Instagram Stories. He was on the stage.
Once again Haroon Shahid participated in the rally with his family. He posted a picture with his with his wife and children.
Karachi, aap say pyar hogaya hai!! ❤️
Thank you Kaptaan for the opportunity to stand and step out for Pakistan. #امپورٹڈ_حکومت_نامنظور pic.twitter.com/1CWp63s2Fp— Haroon Shahid (@Haroon_5hahid) April 16, 2022
Sarwat Gilani and her husband Fahad Mirza were also carrying the national flag at the event.
Mariyam Nafees was there with her husband and friends to support the skipper.
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Actress Tara Mahmood, daughter of Shafqat Mehmood, a former federal minister in Khan’s cabinet, also attended the rally.
“History in the making,” she tweeted. “Let’s be part of the change.”
History in the making! Let’s be part of the change. #KarachiJalsaPTI #BehindYouSkipper #امپورٹڈ_گورمنٹ_نامنظور pic.twitter.com/LlzqHQVz4l
— Tara Mahmood (@Tara_Mahmood) April 17, 2022
Laila Zuberi was also at the rally.
Those who were unable to attend the jalsa in person took to social media to show their support.
#karachijalsa dear Karachi you are the ♥️of Pakistan .it’s time to show your love for Pakistan. Stand with @ImranKhanPTI as he stands for all of us♥️🇵🇰🙏🏼
— Shaan Shahid (@mshaanshahid) April 14, 2022
What a great show karachi !
Couldn’t attend it but kya kamaaal response diya hai karachi walun 👏👏👏#pakistanzindabad💚💚💚 #امپورٹڈ_گورمنٹ_نامنظور pic.twitter.com/1PooqkGIyH— Muneeb Butt (@muneeb_butt9) April 16, 2022
This shot sums up the evening rather well.. pic.twitter.com/EHd0opUVN7
— Rohail Hyatt (@rohailhyatt) April 16, 2022
No man ever, in the history of Pakistan has been able to pull a crowd this massive all by himself. What does this tell you? The citizens of Pakistan have picked a side. Wait for elections… then its game OVER. #ImportedGovernmentRejected #KarachiJalsaPTI pic.twitter.com/AfICCR3Jgw
— Annie Khalid (@annie_khalid) April 17, 2022
