Pakistani actress and television host Mishi Khan has strongly reacted to remarks attributed to senior lawyer Naeem Bukhari regarding elderly parents, expressing deep disappointment and urging greater respect for family values.
Taking to social media, Mishi Khan shared a video message in which she responded to a viral clip allegedly showing Naeem Bukhari referring to elderly parents as a “burden.” She said she was shocked by the statement and questioned how such a perspective could be justified or promoted in society.
She emphasized that parents should never be viewed as a burden, highlighting that millions of families across Pakistan lovingly care for and support their ageing mothers and fathers. According to her, caring for parents is a responsibility that should be embraced with pride, respect, and gratitude rather than inconvenience.
Mishi further stated that education and intelligence should always reflect compassion, especially when discussing sensitive topics such as elderly care. She warned that normalizing such views could encourage harmful attitudes and contribute to the growing acceptance of neglect toward senior citizens.
The actress also criticized what she described as a mocking tone in the viral discussion, saying that humour should never come at the expense of elderly people. She urged the public to treat senior citizens with dignity, empathy, and kindness, stressing that respect for parents is a core societal value.
In her concluding remarks, Mishi Khan reiterated that she could not support such opinions and called for more responsible communication when addressing issues related to family and aging parents.
Her response has sparked discussion on social media, with many users supporting her stance and reinforcing the importance of respecting and caring for elderly family members.
The debate highlights a broader societal conversation around generational responsibility and the treatment of senior citizens, particularly in cultures where family structures are traditionally based on strong intergenerational bonds.
