Pakistani showbiz has frequently faced accusations of colourism with many like Amna Ilyas and Gohar Rasheed consistently expressing their condemnation. Others such as veteran actress Saba Hamid did not only not face colourism, but could not fathom discrimination based on skin colour.

It appears that actress-model Sunita Marshall's dusky complexion has also posed similar trouble for her in the industry. Appearing on a local talk show, Sunita revealed that she never faced colourism during her time as a model.

"I've never faced a major problem. I've actually only been at an advantage in the modelling industry," she reiterated. "I've even done shoots where they've darkened my complexion by a few shades." The actress explained that this was done partly because of the team's preference and partly because "certain colours pop more over dark skin”.

For Sunita, while her modelling endeavours have fared well with her skin colour, the small screen has been a slightly tougher terrain to navigate. "On TV, though, it has happened a few times," she added. "The problem is, if my dusky complexion is shown in the same frame as that of someone who is very fair, it throws the contrast and brightness off balance." The actress recalled some cameramen advise using make-up to even out the conflicting skin colours and balance the frame.