Actor Ali Raza has reignited the debate over his bold styling after sharing a new photo on Instagram with the caption: “Sleeveless se toh koi masla nahi hai?” 

 

 

The image, seemingly a reaction to past criticism from veteran actor Atiqa Odho, triggered a flurry of mixed responses online. 

 

 

He later posted an Instagram Story stating, “Ab hairy chest k baad sleeveless be to baat nhi shuru ho gy na,” implying he was addressing the ongoing remarks regarding his look in the drama Dastak. 

 

 

The comments section quickly became a space for divided opinions. “In the name of opinion, shaming someone is straight up absurd,” wrote one user. Another commented, “What is up with him? He always tries to stay in the limelight.” Some supported him, while others questioned his tone. “I like Ali but he shouldn’t react like this to criticism,” one comment read. Another user added, “Why is he so full of arrogance,” while a contrasting view said, “Atiqa Odho should apologise. Wasn’t expecting her to be that rude to a youngster who’s a fine actor. How do they expect respect after this?”

 

 

The discussion first emerged earlier this week when Atiqa Odho critiqued Raza’s outfit in Dastak during an interview with Nadia Khan and Marina Khan. Commenting on his partially unbuttoned shirt, she stated, “Women are always told to wear long sleeves and adhere to strict dressing guidelines. Why shouldn’t men be held to the same standards?” While clarifying that she didn’t oppose bold fashion choices in general, she questioned their appropriateness in family dramas. “What bothers me is Ali Raza’s partially unbuttoned shirt. It’s unnecessary to display a hairy chest on-screen,” she claimed, finishing with a joke, “Please, do wax your chest. Hairy chests are the biggest turn-off. I can even take you to the salon. He’s a good actor, handsome and all, but this is a major no-no.” 

 

 

Earlier, Ali Raza had responded to a clip of the interview on Instagram, writing: “Lagta hai baat toṛi galat jagah kar di inho ne. #AwamNhiChorayGy” That post also drew a mix of criticism and support from fans.