Actor Idris Khan slams double standards on religious modesty

Actor Idris Khan has strongly criticized what he sees as a double standard in how religious modesty, or 'aurat,' is judged. He pointed out that some individuals are quick to condemn local figures for revealing attire but remain silent or even enthusiastic when international films feature revealing costumes.

Khan, also known as Isa, questioned the selective outrage, highlighting how people readily consume foreign action movies like "Furious" where actors are scantily clad, yet fail to apply the same scrutiny to such content. He argued that the religious prohibition on revealing 'aurat' remains constant, regardless of whether it's in a local context or a popular international film.

His comments, shared on Threads, were reportedly in defense of a runner who faced severe backlash for her revealing sportswear in a video. While Khan acknowledged that the runner's attire was against Islamic teachings and advised her to improve her modesty, his primary focus was on the hypocrisy he observed in public reactions.

"You are all picking and choosing," Khan stated, emphasizing that the law of revealing 'aurat' is the same for everyone, irrespective of their status or the context. He urged for a consistent approach to religious rulings, rather than applying them selectively based on personal preferences or popular trends.