The renowned Pakistani designer highlights stark contrasts in freedom, happiness, and infrastructure between the two nations, triggering mixed reactions online.
January 22, 2025: Pakistani fashion designer and actor Deepak Perwani has found himself at the center of a heated debate following his candid remarks comparing life in India and Pakistan. During an interview with Aamna Haider on Something Haute, Perwani discussed the differences between the two countries, emphasizing India’s superior infrastructure, public freedom, and overall happiness.
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“If you see their lives comparatively, Indians have it better. Happiness abounds. People laugh and live their lives. Women walk freely on the streets, ride bicycles and motorbikes. Even rickshaw pullers and cab drivers use UPI,” he said.
Perwani also lauded India’s pedestrian-friendly urban planning. “There are pavements and footpaths too. It’s not a concrete jungle,” he remarked, contrasting it with Karachi’s less accommodating roads.
Mixed Reactions on Social Media
Perwani’s statements have sparked polarized reactions on Pakistani social media. Some criticized him for being unpatriotic, while others appreciated his honesty.
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“I have an old picture of Karachi when women were riding motorbikes. And I also have a picture of Mumbai being Bombay, and people were happy to have a mosque beside a temple! Things have changed in both countries, and disappointments are everywhere. But if you like that country more, don’t badmouth, MOVE Out!!” wrote one user.
“He needs to move to India and spare us!” commented another, while a third said, “Running away isn’t the solution. Go to India, you would never get the respect you’re getting here. Instead of complaining, focus on improving our country.”
Others supported Perwani’s views, calling them a necessary reality check.
“Pakistan is a third-world country with a low economy rate. Who is safe in Pakistan? Not even a 4-year-old kid. Wherever you see, Indians are making a name for themselves. Accept the reality and do something productive,” wrote a user.
Another commenter noted, “Deepak Perwani Sahab is totally right. We should aim to make our country, and most importantly our city, better.”
Perwani’s remarks have ignited a broader conversation about regional disparities and the challenges faced by Pakistan. While some demand patriotism, others believe his criticism sheds light on the need for improvement and development.
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