'Paapi pet ke liye karna padta hai': Shoaib Ibrahim's old tweet comforting a DISAPPOINTED Pak fan goes VIRAL

Television actor Shoaib Ibrahim has found himself at the center of controversy after uploading a travel vlog in the immediate aftermath of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The incident, which took place on April 22, claimed 26 lives and sent shockwaves across the country. While many celebrities offered condolences and expressed solidarity with the victims' families, Shoaib’s choice to post content during such a sensitive time has led to a wave of criticism on social media. The actor, known for shows like Sasural Simar Ka, had been vacationing in Kashmir with his wife and fellow TV actress Dipika Kakar. Just days after the attack, Shoaib uploaded a vlog detailing their journey and sharing updates about their safe return to Delhi. While he did briefly acknowledge the tragic incident in the video, netizens felt the content leaned more toward promoting their travel experience than expressing genuine empathy over the horrific event.

Critics took to platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram to call out what they described as “poor timing” and “tone-deaf content.” One user commented, “This was not the time to push out a vlog, no matter how many people were worried. A simple update would have sufficed.” Another added, “He could’ve waited. Families are grieving. This feels more like content marketing than concern.”

As the backlash gained traction, an old tweet from Shoaib resurfaced, adding to the outrage. The tweet, originally posted in response to a Pakistani fan in 2019, related to his film Battalion 609, which was seen by many as portraying Pakistan in a negative light. The fan had expressed sadness over Shoaib participating in an anti-Pakistan project, saying she didn’t expect this from him. To this, Shoaib had replied, “Paapi pet ke liye karna padta hai bhai... entertainment ko entertainment ke hisaab se dekhiye.”

While the tweet was largely ignored at the time, it has gained renewed attention amidst heightened India-Pakistan tensions and the emotional climate following the Pahalgam attack. Some users called the tweet dismissive, questioning whether Shoaib trivialized the impact of political narratives in cinema for personal gain.

As the controversy snowballed, Shoaib addressed the criticism in a short statement posted to his Instagram stories. He expressed sorrow over the attack and clarified that the vlog was meant to update concerned fans about their safety, not to make light of the situation. He also responded to the resurfaced tweet by acknowledging that the comment may have come off as flippant and said it wasn’t his intent to hurt anyone’s sentiments. Despite the clarification, opinions remain divided. While some fans defended the actor, saying he had the right to share his personal experience, others urged public figures to be more sensitive during times of national tragedy. “With the kind of following they have, these influencers need to lead by example,” one user wrote.

Shoaib Ibrahim, who frequently shares glimpses of his family life, parenting journey, and professional projects with his audience, has generally enjoyed a clean image in the public eye. This recent episode, however, has prompted a wider conversation around the role of influencers and celebrities during times of crisis—how much is too much, and when does sharing become oversharing?