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Fiza Ali Defends Viral On-Air Moment as Calls Grow for PEMRA Review

The uproar over the clip has revived pressure on Pakistan’s broadcast regulator to set clearer lines for live shows.

Overview

  • A live morning show segment showed host Fiza Ali’s husband, Ejaz Khan, lifting her on set as their young daughter watched.
  • Short clips spread across social platforms and drew mixed reactions over what is suitable for live television.
  • Ali said on Instagram that the exchange was playful, carried no improper intent, and was shared without context.
  • Punjab Women Protection Authority chair Hina Parvez Butt called the clip regrettable, and politician Azma Bokhari urged PEMRA to review the broadcast.
  • The controversy keeps trending online and follows recent scrutiny of Ali’s program choices, including a segment with social media figure Dr Nabiha.