Senior actress Seemi Raheel recently shared her candid views on Pakistani award shows, describing them as “fake” and lacking genuine merit. Speaking to a private news channel, she criticized the structure and credibility of these ceremonies, questioning whether they truly honor talent or simply serve as public spectacles.
According to Raheel, many of these award shows are organized more for entertainment or publicity than for recognizing genuine achievement.
She pointed out that some events take place within Pakistan, while others are held abroad, highlighting that the focus is often on glamour and media coverage rather than acknowledging the hard work of actors, directors, or other industry professionals.
Raheel also raised concerns about favoritism in the awarding process. She noted that every television channel has introduced its own awards, often giving accolades to individuals based on personal preference, connections, or popularity rather than skill or contribution to the industry. In her view, this system undermines the very purpose of an award, making it difficult to take these ceremonies seriously.
A major point of contention for Raheel is the credibility of the voting system. She expressed skepticism about whether public voting in award shows reflects genuine audience opinion.
Drawing a comparison to national elections, she argued that if fair voting cannot be ensured even in critical democratic processes, it is unrealistic to expect the voting in entertainment awards to be trustworthy or transparent.
Overall, Seemi Raheel emphasized that while award shows are often celebrated and widely publicized, they frequently fail to recognize true talent. She urged the industry and audiences to critically examine these events and to focus on merit, transparency, and fairness, rather than being swayed by spectacle, favoritism, or commercial interests.
Her remarks have sparked conversations about the credibility and purpose of award ceremonies in Pakistan, highlighting the need for reforms to ensure that such recognitions genuinely honor excellence in the entertainment industry.
