Areej Chaudhary Opens Up About Facing Criticism for Negative Roles

Areej Chaudhary

Actress Areej Chaudhary, best known for her captivating performances in Pakistani dramas, recently opened up about the backlash she has faced for playing negative roles on-screen.

In an interview on a morning show, Areej shared that while she mesmerized audiences with her role in the popular drama Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, her portrayal of antagonistic characters has led some viewers to curse her and misjudge her real-life personality.

“I have a positive personality, and in real life, I oppose many of the things that are portrayed in negative roles,” Areej explained. She highlighted the challenges of playing these roles, saying, “Understanding and working on a negative character is extremely difficult.”

Despite her real-life beliefs, she has had to delve into morally complex characters for the sake of her craft.

One of Areej’s most talked-about performances was when she shared the screen with actor Emmad Irfani in a drama where her character engaged in an extramarital affair. The plot took a dramatic turn when her character’s secret was exposed by Rubab, played by Naeema Butt, during a pivotal scene at a birthday celebration for Adeel, the character played by Irfani.

This storyline, particularly her role in breaking up a marriage, left a strong impression on viewers, and many found it hard to separate the character from the actress playing it.

Areej admitted that portraying such a negative character was mentally taxing. “In a drama, there is a husband and wife, and I am playing the role that separates them. I often found myself thinking about what I was doing on-screen, which was a significant challenge. It was a completely different experience for me,” she said.

While discussing her experience with negative roles, Areej shared that she has faced criticism and hostility on social media. “People often curse me and give me bad wishes because of my negative roles,” she revealed.

However, she noted that when people meet her in person, their opinions tend to change. “After meeting me, their perspective shifts; they tell me I don’t seem bad at all,” she said with a smile, emphasizing that audiences often confuse her with the roles she portrays.

Despite the challenges, Areej has earned acclaim for her performances in various hit dramas, including Woh Pagal Si, Turk Wafa, and Gentleman.

Her versatility as an actress has made her one of the most recognized faces on television, though her negative roles continue to spark strong reactions from fans.

Nonetheless, Areej remains committed to her craft and views each role as an opportunity for personal and professional growth, even if it comes with the price of being misunderstood.

With her dedication to portraying complex characters and her ability to evoke strong emotions in viewers, Areej Chaudhary has established herself as a talented and multifaceted actress in the Pakistani entertainment industry.