Ali Zafar’s Eid Fashion Sparks Debate, His Humorous Apology Goes Viral

A famous Pakistani singer and actor Ali Zafar known globally for his hit songs, dramas, and films. He also has an enormous social media following of over 6 million fans, and day by day he continues his popularity to grow.

Ali Zafar made headlines for his uncommon and womanly Eid attires. He wore a rust-brown shirt matching with a skirt-like laacha or dhoti-style suit. Another look contained a mint green see-through kurta, which he wore while twinning with his wife, Ayesha Fazli.

Singer and actor, Ali Zafar answered to online trolling over his Eid outfit with a sarcastic apology that is now going viral across social media platforms. For those unfamiliar, Ali was criticized by some users for wearing a see-through kurta without an undershirt during Eid celebrations. Now, he talked about the criticism in his monicker humorous style. While some probed his fashion choice, Zafar chose humor over conflict in his response.

His statement, visibly tie up with irony, he wrote, “I want to apologise to the nation for wearing a kurta without an undershirt and for performing the very serious act of watering plants while dressed in a traditional ajrak and dhoti on Eid. One of the most important national and global issues affecting everyone’s lives in recent days.”

He further assured that he would make an effort not to repeat the “mistake” and thanked people for pointing it out.

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I would like to apologise to the nation for wearing a see through kurta without a banyan, and for the very serious act of watering plants in a traditional Ajrak dhoti on Eid. I understand this has been one of the most pressing national and global issues affecting everyone’s lives…

— Ali Zafar (@AliZafarsays) March 24, 2026

Social media users have been sharing varied reactions. Some acknowledged his apology in a playful manner, while others said he was being dogged after tiring uncommon clothes. A few also criticized celebrities in Pakistan, accusing them of promoting LGBTQ trends and becoming transgenders.

One user wrote, “If being stubborn had a face.”

Another commented that he is acting like Donald Trump—“that too ordered from Temu”—adding that it’s not necessary to respond to all criticism.

One user said he clearly took the criticism seriously and should have chosen his outfits more wisely.

Many also commented, “You should have worn proper dresses that suit men.”

For those unversed, recently, Ali Zafar’s regional song covers have received widespread praise. Fans loved Laila O Laila, Balu Batiyaan, and Allay. They also appreciated his soulful cover of the beautiful naat Balaghalu La Be Kamaleyihi. Ali Zafar is married to Ayesha Fazli, and together they share a beautiful family with adorable and talented children.

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