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‘I felt silenced’: Meesha Shafi and Pakistan’s backlash against #MeToo

‘I felt silenced’: Meesha Shafi and Pakistan’s backlash against #MeToo

Summary

Singer and actor Meesha Shafi accused Ali Zafar of sexual harassment in 2018, marking a high-profile #MeToo case in Pakistan. She faced significant backlash after her allegations, with the case involving legal battles and a court-ordered restriction on her speech. Despite these challenges, Meesha Shafi released a music album and continues her career.

Key Facts

  • Meesha Shafi accused fellow musician Ali Zafar of sexual harassment in April 2018.
  • Zafar denied the allegations and filed a defamation lawsuit against Shafi.
  • The harassment complaint was rejected based on a technicality regarding employment relationships.
  • Meesha Shafi was legally restricted from speaking publicly about the allegations during the legal proceedings.
  • She faced significant criticism and negative comments online after making the allegations.
  • Despite the challenges, Meesha Shafi has released a new album called "Khilnay Ko."
  • Meesha is currently based in Canada and continues her work in music and acting.

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