‘My role wasn’t targeted,’ Amar Khan reacts to criticism of Sun Mere Dil

Renowned actor Amar Khan recently addressed the criticism surrounding Sun Mere Dil, which aired during a Ramzan transmission alongside Faisal Quraishi. When asked whether she faced negative feedback after the drama’s release, Amar clarified that while the show received significant criticism, her character remained largely unaffected.

"Sun Mere Dil did face criticism, but not my role. The criticism targeted other aspects, and my character somehow stayed out of that conversation," she stated.

The drama, written by controversial writer Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar and starring Wahaj Ali and Maya Ali, faced scrutiny for its controversial plot. Unlike traditional stories that easily resonate with viewers, Sun Mere Dil explored themes and character developments that many found difficult to accept. The backlash was primarily directed at the overall concept and execution rather than individual performances.

Notably, certain dialogues sparked controversy. To quote an example, a scene where Ammar's character refers to Sadaf as "do takkay ki" ("worth two pennies") drew parallels to previous works by the writer and was criticized for promoting toxic masculinity. Additionally, the repetitive mention of "eight crore," which viewers felt was overemphasised throughout the series, also became a talking point. These elements contributed to the drama’s polarized reception, with discussions focusing on both the narrative choices and specific dialogues.

While Amar Khan’s role was significant, it did not become a focal point of criticism. While lead actors often bear the weight of a show's reception, her remarks suggest that the controversy surrounding Sun Mere Dil stemmed from broader storytelling choices rather than her performance.

Her response also refers to an interesting aspect of audience reactions—how some characters or performances can escape public scrutiny even when a project is widely debated. Faisal Quraishi’s question reflected the common assumption that actors in controversial dramas inevitably face backlash, but Amar’s experience proved otherwise.