Actor and former PTI member Hamza Ali Abbasi has triggered widespread controversy after his recent appearance on a podcast hosted by journalist Mansoor Ali Khan, where he openly criticized Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and its leader, Imran Khan. Abbasi condemned PTI’s long march tactics and labeled the events of May 9 as “totally wrong,” arguing that such confrontational political strategies were misguided.
During the podcast, Hamza emphasized that politics should not be approached as a battle of absolute right versus wrong and suggested that Imran Khan should have adopted a more reconciliatory approach rather than focusing on protest-driven movements. His comments quickly gained traction online, igniting a firestorm of criticism from PTI supporters and sparking intense debate on social media platforms, especially X (formerly Twitter).
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Hamza Ali Abbasi’s remarks are notable given his past affiliation with PTI. In April 2015, he resigned as PTI’s culture secretary, citing a conflict between his professional commitments and the values he aimed to uphold. Despite stepping down, he remained a vocal supporter of the party for years.
However, his recent statements have deeply divided public opinion, with many PTI loyalists expressing disappointment and accusing him of betrayal. The backlash highlights the sensitivity surrounding political discourse in Pakistan, particularly when it involves high-profile figures like Abbasi.
As reactions continue to pour in online, the controversy underscores the growing rift between PTI’s core supporters and former allies who have begun to question the party’s current direction and leadership tactics.
