Ali Sethi, the voice behind Pasoori, is once again making headlines — this time not for his vocals, but for a bold fashion statement that has left social media divided.
In a recent Instagram post promoting his new song Bridegroom, Ali appeared in a vibrant yellow skirt and jacket combo. The look, paired with soft makeup and poetic captions, was meant to represent the emotions of a bride questioning her groom — but the internet had other plans.
While some fans admired the artistic styling and praised the track’s depth, a wave of online critics went into meltdown mode, accusing Ali of crossing cultural lines and “pushing an agenda.”
“This is what happens when you grow up on haram earnings,” one troll wrote.
“It’s a clear LGBTQ agenda,” claimed another.
“He’s openly queer and even says it himself — what’s the shock?” one user noted.
Despite the backlash, Sethi remains unshaken. Known for blurring artistic and social boundaries, he’s no stranger to controversy. But his impact is undeniable.
Pasoori alone has over 850 million YouTube views and 1 billion Spotify streams, making it one of the most globally recognized songs out of Pakistan. His other hits like Ranjish Hi Sahi, Chan Kithan, and Mohabbat Karne Waley have cemented his place as a cultural force.
From lighting up Coachella to blending classical South Asian sounds with modern identity politics, Ali continues to redefine what it means to be a Pakistani artist on the world stage.
The son of journalist Najam Sethi and politician Jugnu Mohsin, and brother to writer-actress Mira Sethi, Ali isn’t new to the spotlight — but he’s certainly rewriting how it looks.