KARACHI – Renowned Pakistani actress Sajal Aly has come under heavy criticism on social media after appearing in the teaser of an upcoming drama wearing what appears to be her former engagement dress.
The teaser, which features Sajal alongside veteran actor Humayun Saeed, sparked discussions not only about the apparent age gap between the two leads but also about Sajal’s choice of attire. Viewers quickly pointed out that the dress resembled the one she wore during her engagement to fellow actor Ahad Raza Mir.
she’s wearing her engagement dress in her upcoming drama,nice way to promote and create buzzzz for a drama after giving flop after flop.
i find this cheap& weird, first casting her with her exfather in law and now this?!!👎🏻
What’s next!? #AhadRazaMir #SajalAly pic.twitter.com/ti1MdqMYId— maissa 🐘 (@Maissaa28) June 20, 2025
Many users criticized the move, with some calling it a publicity stunt and others labeling it unnecessary and inappropriate. One user sarcastically remarked, “Sajal doesn’t let any of her clothes go to waste.”
However, the backlash was met with an equally strong wave of support.
Several fans and social media users defended Sajal, asserting that her outfit choice is a personal matter and should not be a cause for public scrutiny.
Some also highlighted that it is not uncommon for actors to reuse clothing from their personal lives in professional projects.
Adding another layer of intrigue, the cast of the new drama includes veteran actor Asif Raza Mir — the father of Ahad Raza Mir — which has stirred public interest and revived memories of Sajal’s past marriage.
Sajal and Ahad tied the knot in 2020 but the couple parted ways in 2022.
The drama has already generated significant buzz online ahead of its release both for its cast and the controversies surrounding it.
Sajal Aly sets internet on fire with new pictures in revealing saree
