Similar to other television industries in Pakistan where drama and fashion have deep association yet again the actor model Emmad Irfani recently landed in controversy in the drama ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum’. The decision of his dressing style triggered many reactions from social media users on Twitter as they were in two different groups. However, the criticism never got a response from Irfani, the actor is as poised as his character.
The Criticism: A Closer Look
This drama had been featured by Emmad Irfani, who has been pretty famous as an actor in the Pakistani entertainment field for years, and the dress code of his character would involve both Eastern and Western clothing. Some viewers resorted to social media to protest against his dressing style saying that it was not proper for a male lead drama that was shot against the backdrop of traditional Pakistani myopic culture. The criticism varied from the color he adopted for his clothes, to the collocation and style of his apparel, some of which the critics deemed as overly ‘Western’ for the position.
Emmad Irfani’s Response
So, in a recent interview, with the critic, she was polite and wise answering the same question about fashion as a tool of storytelling. He said that the wardrobe was intentional to depict the character, his or her life, and the process within the drama. showing his head wrapped like a traditional Muslim man but his sleek black shining shoes indicated the transition to modernity Irfani revealed that was the intention.
The Role of Fashion in Drama
Analyzing the trends of fashion in Pakistani entertainment one can point out the component of character construction. Clothing about characters is always chosen by the social position, occupation, character, or mood of the character. This is well illustrated by the drama industry, especially in how the appearance of the characters through fashion is modified to make the audience relate to them better or as a way of depicting a change in the character.
As for fashion which has been acknowledged as the expertise of Emmad Irfani, a known model, it is not an issue. Doing different styles has always been a strength with him His body physically suits different styles of fashion. However, the same turned out to be a weakness when the audience strayed from the fact that his dressing sense in the movie Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum was not what people expected from him. Casting his critique in this way, it is necessary to outline that one’s character should be used to judge whether they look good on screen or not, as Irfani said.
Audience Reception: A Mixed Bag
The response has been rather polar this work was seen by many as something different from the traditional approach to storytelling. Some of the viewers enjoyed the thorough reflection of the character transformations through the use of the wardrobe but it still left some of the viewers rather unimpressed as it was not innovative enough compared to the conventional forms of representation. Such a divide in opinion is not a rarity in the industry, which is why fans can be very loyal to cultural values and demands.
Many fans have appreciated Irfani for speaking about the issue of the face and giving some ideas about the planning of the costumes of the character. His response has led to an increase in discussion regarding the diversity of fashion in Pakistani dramas and the need for imaginative independence in the industry.
Conclusion: A Balanced Perspective
The criticism Embarrassing dressing style of Emmad Irfani in ‘Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum has shown that there is a need to be more elastic while depicting the fashion in the dramas. Even though the viewers have every right to share their feelings on a particular show, part, or actor it’s equally important to look for the artistic elements that are put into portraying a character. Instead of making Irfani angry his thoughtful response not only stands for his wardrobe choices but also allows the discussion to go further and explore how fashion can help create characters on screen.
