Pakistani social media influencer Minahil Malik is once again under fire, but this time, it is not because of a leaked video. The TikToker, who previously trended for an alleged MMS controversy, has sparked fresh outrage after sharing a quote by Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan amid heightened political tensions between India and Pakistan.
On the night of May 6, just after the tragic Pahalgam attack and hours before Operation Sindoor gained traction, Minahil shared a post featuring Kareena on her Instagram story. The quote, attributed to the actress, subtly addressed the topic of women being labelled as gold diggers. While it may have seemed like a casual celebrity appreciation post to some, many Pakistani followers found it to be deeply insensitive given the timing and current climate.
Social media users quickly called her out for “not standing by her country” and “prioritising Bollywood glam” over national grief and crisis. The backlash has been intense, with several of her fans questioning her intentions and loyalty. Others resurfaced her past scandals, further intensifying the criticism.
For those unfamiliar, Minahil Malik is a prominent digital content creator in Pakistan with 1.8 million followers on Instagram. Known for her TikTok lip-syncs, makeup videos, and collaborations with local brands, she is also an ambassador for a popular Islamabad-based salon. Her content often features Bollywood songs and Indian pop culture references, which some believe adds to the controversy now.
This is not the first time Minahil has been caught in a media storm. In October 2024, a video allegedly featuring her in an intimate setting with her boyfriend went viral online. Though the authenticity was never confirmed, the clip spread like wildfire. While some speculated it was a PR stunt, others defended her and criticised the invasion of privacy. Following the scandal, Minahil temporarily left social media, saying her goodbye in a message where she expressed her emotional exhaustion and need for space.
Now, as tensions run high between two neighbouring nations, her post has reopened old wounds and brought her back under a critical spotlight. Whether this was a thoughtless act or an intentional move remains unclear, but one thing is certain, Minahil Malik is once again the centre of a digital storm.