Conflicted Emotions at the Met Gala
Renowned designer Zara Shahjahan recently expressed her discomfort in celebrating the accomplishments of Indian celebrities like Shah Rukh Khan and Diljit Dosanjh at the prestigious Met Gala. Many Pakistanis share these mixed feelings, caught between admiration for the stars and a sense of digital exclusion from the Indian entertainment industry.
This sentiment highlights a broader issue within the cultural landscape, where Pakistani artists often feel overshadowed by their Indian counterparts. Zara’s discomfort resonates with many who grapple with the complexities of celebrating talent while navigating the political and social divides between the two nations. The Met Gala, an event known for its celebration of fashion and celebrity, inadvertently brings these feelings to the forefront.
