n the aftermath of recent criticism from actor Fahad Mustafa, popular TikTokers and social media influencers, including Maaz Safder, Ducky Bhai, Iqra Kanwal, and Kanwal Aftab, have pushed back against claims that their fame is built on “selling their families.”
Mustafa’s statement, which targeted daily vloggers, sparked a debate about the nature of content creation and its impact on family privacy. In a recent podcast appearance, Maaz Safder responded directly to Mustafa’s remarks, emphasizing the similarities between their work and stating, “I work just like he does.”
Safder expressed respect for Mustafa and his work, highlighting that content creation is a means for individuals to support their families. He questioned the distinction Mustafa made between acting and vlogging, noting that actors, too, are “selling” characters to the audience.
Kanwal Aftab echoed this sentiment, questioning if acting in a drama is any different from vlogging, as both involve presenting content to an audience. The podcast host, Jalal Karim, suggested that family vlogging primarily caters to families, emphasizing that the content is not exploitative.
Safder took the opportunity to critique the portrayal of violence on television, arguing that it sends a harmful message. The debate underscores the ongoing dialogue about the evolving landscape of content creation and the varying perspectives on its impact on societal values.
