'Stay positive and be happy’: Hina Khawaja Bayat claps back at critics

Veteran Pakistani actress Hina Khawaja Bayat has responded to critics questioning her dance video, urging people to embrace positivity and happiness.

The actress recently shared a video on Instagram, where she can be seen dancing to the popular Bollywood song London Thumakda on a London street while a musician performs live.

While sharing the video, she captioned it: "When a musician recognizes you and invites you to join him in a performance."

The video quickly went viral on social media, sparking mixed reactions from users. While some criticised her for dancing during Ramadan, others defended her, saying she was simply enjoying a happy moment.

Addressing the backlash, Hina Khawaja Bayat responded: "I know how happy an artist feels when their work is appreciated—that’s why I joined in."

She further added, "Sharing happiness only multiplies it. Those who don’t understand this are always stressed. Keep your thoughts positive and stay happy!"