In the latest fallout of the ongoing cultural freeze between India and Pakistan, several Pakistani celebrities have reacted sharply to Indian authorities banning their Instagram accounts. The ban, imposed after the Pahalgam attack, has drawn sharp responses from the entertainment industry in Pakistan, including singer-actor Farhan Saeed and film star Armeena Khan.

Farhan, who rose to fame with the band Jal and has since acted in several acclaimed television serials, posted a pointed message on social media. "What started as a war has turned into a high school blocking game. Your loss," he wrote. "All the love to Indian fans who are victims of this. I pray that sense prevails and you can see your favourite stars again." Armeena, known for her performances in Bin Roye and Janaan, also shared her thoughts. "I'm not too bothered [by the ban]," she said. "I just feel for the fans who were always supportive of me and believed in peace."

Actor Yasir Hussain responded sarcastically, urging followers to not take the ban too seriously, while actor-comedian Arsalan Naseer joked about blaming Fawad Khan for the situation, adding a comic twist. Comedian Ali Gul Pir responded with a playful apology to his Indian followers, reaffirming his goodwill.