Pakistani drama actress Momina Iqbal has spoken out publicly about prolonged online harassment, cyberbullying, and death threats she says she has been receiving from an individual linked to a Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA).
In an Instagram story, Iqbal laid out her allegations in detail, naming multiple institutions she had approached for help and accusing those in positions of authority of working to silence her rather than act.
“I have been facing severe online harassment, cyber bullying, mental torture, and life threats from an MPA associated with Pakistan Muslim League (N) for a long time,” she wrote.
“Despite repeatedly reporting the matter to NCCIA, FIA, and Punjab Police, no proper action has been taken due to the political influence of the individual involved,” she added.
She alleged that her efforts to seek justice were actively blocked. “Instead of ensuring justice, attempts have been made to suppress my complaints, and even individuals associated with the office of Ms. Maryam Nawaz Sharif tried to discourage and silence the matter rather than allowing a fair investigation,” she said.
Iqbal added that pursuing legal action had brought further consequences for her family. “As a result of speaking up and seeking legal action, both my family and I are facing serious threats to our safety,” she wrote.
She issued a direct demand to the authorities. “I request the concerned authorities to immediately conduct an impartial investigation, provide protection to my family, and take strict legal action against those involved,” she said, warning that silence would force her hand.
“If this matter continues to be ignored, I will be compelled to hold a public press conference and present all available evidence against everyone involved in the harassment, threats, and suppression of my complaints in order to protect a political figure,” she added.
Iqbal closed her statement by appealing directly to the Punjab chief minister. “I believe Ms. Maryam Nawaz Sharif will take unbiased and lawful action against anyone found involved in abuse of power or obstruction of justice,” she wrote.
A large number of fans and social media users expressed solidarity with the actress, urging government institutions to take immediate action and ensure protection for women facing harassment and threats.
