Pakistani TV host Javeria Saud has responded to criticism over an outfit she wore during a fashion show held in the United Kingdom, saying she is answerable only to Allah and not to public opinion.
Javeria recently walked the ramp at Pakistan Fashion Week in the UK, where she showcased her clothing collection.
She appeared on the runway alongside her daughter Jannat and film actress Sana Nawaz. For the show, Javeria wore a black sari paired with a silver blouse and a long jacket.
Soon after pictures and videos from the event surfaced online, several social media users criticised her look, describing it as bold. Some questioned the contrast between her fashion show appearance and her image as a Ramadan transmission host. One user asked, "Is she the same person who appears on Ramadan show with her head fully covered", while another wrote, "I did not expect this from her."
Addressing the backlash, Javeria shared her response through Instagram stories. She wrote, “I’m wearing a full body suit in 1°C so yes, I’m perfectly fine and fully covered. Besides, I’m accountable to no one but Allah.”
She also spoke about online trolling in a recent interview, where she dismissed negative commentary. “Some people are used to leaving negative comments. They will always do that. Such people are bitter and jealous of the whole world. No matter what you do, they will remain unhappy,” she said.
During the same interview, Javeria talked about her upcoming work and revealed that she is currently working on a production titled "Nikkammay". She explained that the project reflects a social issue, saying it focuses on people who avoid hard work and constantly make excuses to escape responsibility.
Highlighting her past work as a writer, Javeria pointed out that "Yeh Zindagi Hai" remained on air for around six and a half years. She described it as a rare achievement in Pakistan, as the drama maintained strong ratings throughout its long run. She added that she also wrote "Yeh Kaisi Mohabbat Hai" after that.
Speaking about Ramadan transmissions, Javeria said they are once again part of her schedule. “I really enjoy doing Ramadan transmissions. For me, it is a great learning experience, and I get to learn something new every year,” she said.
Javeria Saud has been a familiar name in Pakistan’s entertainment industry for decades. She began her career as an actress and later expanded her role as a producer and writer. She has appeared in popular television dramas such as "Manchalay Ka Sauda" and "Yeh Zindagi Hai". Over the years, she has also produced several television projects and regularly hosts Ramadan transmissions on Pakistani television.
She is married to actor Saud Qasmi, and together they have remained active figures in the drama industry both on and off screen.
