Ilford, London — Acclaimed Pakistani actress Mahira Khan faced a deeply troubling situation during a promotional event for her upcoming film Love Guru, held at the Indo-Pak Supermarket in Ilford. The event, intended as a public fan meet-up alongside co-star Humayun Saeed, quickly descended into chaos as overcrowding, poor security, and alleged harassment turned the experience into a nightmare.
Eyewitnesses Report Harassment Amid Massive Crowd Surge
Multiple eyewitnesses confirmed that Mahira Khan was groped and harassed by a group of unruly youths as she attempted to enter the store and again on the rooftop terrace where she was scheduled to greet fans. The situation spiraled as security staff failed to control the crowd, despite the high-profile nature of the event.
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Leaked videos from the rooftop show Mahira visibly distressed, flanked by Humayun Saeed, as several individuals appear to forcefully approach her. The footage has gone viral across social media platforms, drawing widespread criticism of the event’s planning and security measures.
Shocking Allegation: Security Guard Accused of Misconduct
A disturbing allegation has further intensified the backlash — a security guard assigned to protect Mahira was allegedly one of the individuals who behaved inappropriately toward the actress.
“The moment she entered the store, one of the guards turned on her,” a source told local media, adding that Mahira Khan appeared shaken and reluctant to continue participating in the event.
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Political Tensions and Payment Dispute Add Fuel to the Fire
Compounding the issue, Indian flags were prominently displayed at the event, which several attendees noted created an uncomfortable atmosphere given the sensitive nature of India-Pakistan relations. The display reportedly aggravated tensions among the Pakistani audience and guests.
Adding to the controversy, sources close to the event claim that Mahira Khan was promised £5,000 for the appearance, but the payment was allegedly withheld. Insiders state that the actress protested the non-payment alongside her concerns about the blatant security failure.
No Official Response Yet
As of now, neither Mahira Khan nor the event organizers have released an official statement addressing the incident. However, the backlash on social media has been swift and unforgiving. Fans across platforms are demanding a public apology, a formal investigation, and accountability from those responsible for the disarray.
