Seemi Raheel Exposes the Reality Behind Pakistani Award Shows

Veteran actress Seemi Raheel, known for her strong opinions and decades-long contribution to Pakistani television and cinema, has once again sparked a debate—this time about the credibility of local award shows.

Speaking on Hina Niazi’s talk show, the respected star discussed the current state of the drama industry, praising younger actors for their talent and hard work. However, her tone turned serious when she was asked about award ceremonies in Pakistan.

Seemi Raheel didn’t hold back. She called Pakistani award shows “bogus and meaningless,” claiming they lack merit, transparency, and integrity. “Every channel has its own set of awards now, and they are all based on favouritism rather than talent,” she said, adding that such events have turned into commercial displays instead of genuine celebrations of art.

She also questioned the voting systems used to decide winners. Drawing a bold comparison, Seemi remarked, “When a country like Pakistan doesn’t have fair elections, how can these award votes be credible? Even in a country like the USA, voting systems are being questioned.”

Her comments have quickly gone viral, with fans praising her for speaking the truth and exposing the politics and bias behind glamorous award ceremonies.