Pakistani actress Sana Javed faced criticism on social media for her perceived impersonation of Bollywood star Anushka Sharma during recent cricket matches.
On January 20, Sana Javed’s wedding pictures with cricketer Shoaib Malik went viral, causing a stir in both Pakistan and India, with fans expressing mixed emotions.
Following the wedding, Sana Javed was frequently spotted at stadiums supporting Shoaib Malik in his matches, with cameramen often capturing her reactions after Malik’s noteworthy performances.
Currently, Shoaib Malik is delivering remarkable performances in the World Championship of Legends, and Sana continues to show her support by attending his games.
Recently, Sana Javed shared a video on Instagram where Shoaib Malik, fielding in the stadium, smiled and waved at her. This gesture, meant to express her affection, was captioned, "Cutie, Mere Malik."
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However, the video quickly went viral, sparking a wave of trolling on social media. Many users accused Sana Javed of trying to mimic Anushka Sharma, who is known for supporting her husband, cricketer Virat Kohli, during matches.
Comments ranged from “You will never become Anushka Sharma” to “Sana Javed is becoming a cheap copy of Anushka Sharma.”
The backlash highlights the scrutiny public figures face on social media, where personal moments are often subjected to harsh criticism and comparison.