Renowned comedian and actor Shakeel Siddiqui has raised serious concerns over the growing family vlogging trend in Pakistan.
Speaking on Ahmed Butt’s podcast, he said mothers and sisters should not be used for unnecessary content creation in the name of entertainment.
Criticism of Vlogging Culture
Siddiqui argued that while showing a mother cooking at home might be fine, much of today’s family vlogging crosses boundaries and sends the wrong message to children. He shared that his 12-year-old son also watches such vlogs, which worries him about the values being instilled in the younger generation. “When I see my son watching these vlogs, I take away his phone,” he revealed, urging an end to such practices.
Views on Film Industry
Reflecting on the decline of Pakistani cinema, Siddiqui said the industry might have survived if Karachi had been the hub from the beginning. Poor dubbing and careless production, he noted, destroyed the industry’s credibility.
Respect for Comedians
Rejecting the perception that comedians are not respected in Pakistan, Siddiqui said he received immense love at home, which later opened doors abroad, including in India. “If there was no respect here, why would I be invited to perform worldwide?” he asked.
Lessons from Past Mistakes
Siddiqui admitted he accepted some questionable roles in the past due to limited opportunities but stressed that he always worked within boundaries. He also mentioned that his son and younger brother are in the entertainment industry, but they avoid working together out of mutual respect and family values.
