It appears that Aagha Ali is controversy’s favourite child right now because days after being called out for promoting fatphobia, the actor has come under fire for stereotyping Pathans and commenting that they never speak calmly. Though Agha reportedly passed these remarks five years ago while appearing on a TV show, they recently went viral on social media sparking outrage. Audiences accused Ali of disrespecting Pathans. In the video which is being widely circulated on social media, Aagha can be heard joking with Neelam Muneer and commenting that Pathans can never speak calmly.
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Following the backlash, Aagha apologised for his comments and requested everyone not to spread hate.
“Firstly, I apologise to anyone who has been hurt with my comments”, said the actor. “I was sharing a light moment with my friend Neelam Muneer. She laughed really hard herself as she knew my intentions. But if anyone is hurt, I sincerely apologise for my comments.”
The actor in a follow-up tweet said that he also complimented Pathans on the same show.
Later, responding to a followers, Agha said, “Pathan tou Pakistan ki backbone hai.”
Ali put the matter to rest by saying: “Love yes! Hate no! Bas.”
