In a stunning revelation, actor Junaid Khan shared a controversial experience on Ahmad Ali Butt’s podcast, where he disclosed that he was instructed to slap co-star Sanam Saeed during the filming of the 2012 TV series “Mata-e-Jaan Hai Tu”.
According to Khan, director Mehreen Jabbar requested a real slap to achieve a realistic dramatic scene, despite his initial refusal. Both Jabbar and Saeed insisted on the authenticity of the slap, leading Khan to eventually comply.
The actor expressed deep regret for agreeing to the request, stating it was the worst scene of his career. He also apologized to Saeed for the incident, which caused her minor pain.
This shocking incident raises concerns about on-set safety and the ethics of requesting actors to perform violent acts for the sake of realism. Khan has vowed to avoid similar situations in the future.
The podcast episode has sparked a heated debate in the Pakistani entertainment industry, with many calling for stricter guidelines to protect actors’ well-being during filming.
