India’s recent military operation, codenamed Operation Sindoor, has intensified tensions with Pakistan, drawing sharp criticism from prominent Pakistani celebrities who have decried the strikes as “cowardly” and dangerous.
On May 7, 2025, India launched a series of missile and air strikes targeting nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The Indian government stated that the operation was a response to the April 22 Pahalgam attack, where 28 civilians, mostly Hindu tourists, were killed in Indian-administered Kashmir. India claimed the strikes targeted terrorist infrastructure linked to groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba, asserting that no Pakistani military facilities were hit .Wikipedia+5Wikipedia+5Wikipedia+5DIE WELT+8Wikipedia+8The Guardian+8
However, Pakistan reported that the strikes resulted in 31 civilian deaths, including children, and 46 injuries. The Pakistani government condemned the attacks as violations of its sovereignty and labeled them as acts of aggression .Wikipedia+8Wikipedia+8The Guardian+8Latest news & breaking headlines
The military action has sparked a wave of reactions from Pakistan’s entertainment industry. Acclaimed actress Mahira Khan, known for her roles in both Pakistani and Indian cinema, expressed her dismay on social media. Reposting a tweet by writer Fatima Bhutto that criticized the Indian strikes, Khan added her own reaction via Instagram, stating: “Seriously cowardly!!! May Allah protect our country, may better sense prevail. Ameen.” Bhutto’s original tweet highlighted the tragedy of a child being injured during the strikes and questioned the morality of attacking public places while people sleep .
Other celebrities also voiced their concerns. Actress Hania Aamir condemned the strikes, echoing sentiments of fear and a plea for peace. The backlash from these public figures reflects a broader unease within Pakistan about the potential for further escalation and the impact on civilian lives.NewsX World+2The Economic Times+2Navarashtra+2
In the wake of the operation, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif authorized “corresponding action,” indicating a potential for retaliatory measures. The situation has prompted international concern, with global leaders urging restraint and dialogue to prevent further deterioration of relations between the two nuclear-armed neighbors .Reuters+5The Guardian+5Wikipedia+5
As the region grapples with the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, the voices of artists and public figures underscore the human cost of military conflicts and the urgent need for peaceful resolutions.
