Zhally Sarhadi has expressed her love for Karachi, joining the ongoing discussion sparked by fellow actress Saba Qamar’s recent comments about preferring Lahore and Islamabad t the coastal metropolis.
The conversation began after Saba Qamar appeared on a podcast, where she was asked if she would ever consider moving to Karachi permanently.
Her response, “Astaghfirullah, never!”, quickly went viral, prompting the Kamli star to clarify that she only visits the city for work and then returns home.
“I just go there, do my work, and come back,” she said with a laugh, adding that she wouldn’t mind moving if someone bought her a house there, “though I already have one.”
Her remarks led to a wave of mixed reactions online. Some social media users accused her of being dismissive toward Karachi, while others defended her right to have a personal preference. The debate soon gained traction among fellow celebrities.
Iffat Omar defended Qamar’s statement, calling it an honest opinion rather than an insult, while Javeria Saud disagreed.
“The city is not dirty; people’s minds are dirty,” Saud said in a response shared on Instagram. Actor Yasir Hussain, known for his humor, joined in by posting a light-hearted meme about Karachi, which Qamar later reshared, writing, “You all are too funny. Peace, guys – Karachi is beautiful, just keep it clean and it’ll have my whole heart.”
Amid the buzz, Zhally Sarhadi added her voice to the conversation, expressing her affection for Karachi.
In an Instagram post, she described the city as full of life and opportunity, saying, “Karachi may have its challenges, but its energy and spirit are unmatched. It’s a city that gives work, love, and strength to everyone who comes here.”
Her post struck a balanced tone, acknowledging the city’s struggles with pollution and infrastructure while appreciating its warmth and diversity.
Qamar’s comments seemed to question Karachi’s livability, while for others, they represented a simple matter of personal comfort and lifestyle.
