Pakistani actress Sahar Hashmi has highlighted double standards in the entertainment industry over delayed payments to artists. She questioned why performers face criticism for late work while production teams can take weeks or months to pay them.
The actress shared a post on her Instagram Story that raised concerns about professionalism and financial accountability. The message pointed out how even a one-day delay in delivering work can attract criticism, while late payments often receive the explanation that the matter remains with the accounts department.
The post read, “If work is late by even 1 day, then it is ‘unprofessional’. If the payment is 30 days late then ‘process is going on in the accounts. Professionalism happens from both sides.”
Artists Face Delays in Receiving Payments
Sahar’s post has renewed attention to payment delays in Pakistan’s entertainment industry. Several actors and industry professionals have previously spoken about the difficulties they face while waiting for their dues.
Actors Syed Mohammad Ahmed, Ramsha Khan, Khushhal Khan, Ahmed Ali Butt, Yasir Hussain, Faizan Khawaja and Nadia Afghan have raised concerns about delayed payments.
Director Mehreen Jabbar has also criticised industry practices. She highlighted the lack of legal safeguards for artists and the burden of repeatedly following up on unpaid dues.
These concerns affect more than actors. Production crews and other workers also depend on timely payments to meet their financial commitments.
Sahar Hashmi’s Upcoming Drama
Sahar continues to build her acting career through television projects. She is set to appear in the upcoming drama Dar-e-Nijaat, where she will portray a younger version of Khushbakht.
Her latest remarks have placed workplace fairness back in the spotlight. While the actress did not name any specific producers or companies in her post, her message calls for professional standards that apply equally to everyone.
Timely payments remain an important part of professional commitments. Sahar’s comments underline the need for accountability from both artists and those responsible for paying them.
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