The Aalmi Urdu Conference, held annually in Karachi, witnessed a vibrant and heartfelt interaction as Mahira Khan took the stage as a guest this year. In a candid session moderated by Waseem Badami, Khan eloquently spoke about her love for Karachi, her roots in the city, and her deep admiration for its tolerance and inclusivity.

When asked about her relationship with Karachi, the beloved superstar fondly reminisced about her childhood in the metropolitan city, visiting Zainab Market, and indulging in street food like gol gappay and bun kebab. The Legend of Maula Jatt actress went on to hail Karachi as the most tolerant city in Pakistan. “Karachi doesn’t judge you,” she said. “This city doesn’t ask you where you’re from, it doesn’t ask who you are. I don’t think I have seen this kind of tolerance in a city with so much strength,” she remarked.

While Khan expressed immense love for her hometown, she didn’t shy away from calling out its residents for neglecting it. “This city gives and gives, with its arms wide open, welcoming everyone. But we don’t take care of it the way we should,” she lamented.