Actress Hania Aamir has landed in hot water after a viral video showed her standing on a moving motorbike while a man drove it. Instead of sitting behind the rider, Hania was seen balancing on her feet, sparking outrage over the dangerous stunt.

Among those criticizing the act was Shaniera Akram, wife of Sultan of Swing Wasim Akram, who took to Instagram to vent. 

Sharing the clip on her story, she wrote, “I worked so hard for so many years with hospitals and doctors to try to influence the youth of Pakistan to wear helmets and ride safely. This is like a dagger to my heart! Celebrities have the power to influence millions. It breaks my heart when this is abused.”

Calling the act “terrifying,” Shaniera stressed the responsibility celebrities hold toward their audiences. “When I see content that shows a much-loved celebrity that millions follow and emulate, completely ignoring their social media responsibilities, it is terrifying. For one stupid post there could be thousands of casualties. This does not sit well with me,” she said.

She admitted she does not enjoy calling people out, but felt compelled to speak up. “I don’t like to be the one who calls out someone who has 19 million followers, but if I can influence the influencers not to post such reckless or irresponsible content, then it is worth it. Hate me if you want, but I can’t sit back when so many people have died doing these stunts for popularity on their platforms. There is so much more to life. Please ride safely and wear a helmet, if not for yourself, do it for your loved ones whose lives would be ruined if something ever happened to you.”

Shaniera made it clear she has nothing personal against Hania. “I want you all to know, I have nothing personal against @haniaheheofficial, but she should know better than this. Come on, I shouldn’t have to be pointing it out! It’s not rocket science, it’s illegal and stupid! I’m just a mom, a concerned citizen, and someone who has travelled to universities across Pakistan in my own spare time, begging kids to ride safely and with helmets. I really hope she sees this is not okay and sets it straight with a post that reminds her followers not to copy this kind of behaviour. And thank God nothing happened to her.”