‘Aman ki Asha’, this is one of
the most heard phrases these days which is used to highlight and bridge the gap
between IndoPak relationships. This is a good effort to build positive
relationship between the two nations. We have seen different TV shows in this
regard like children singing competition ‘Chotay Ustaad’ and movie ‘Virsa’. But
my topic of debate is not Aman ki Asha. I want to highlight the promotion of
other TV shows of Indian TV channels.
Almost all of our entertainment channels are on airing the different talk shows,
reality shows and award functions of India which is straightforward promotion of
their TV shows. I am not against the Aman ki Asha but there are some basic
reasons that made me to write about this issue. First of all, by promoting their
TV shows, we are actually neglecting our TV programs by giving the on air time
to these shows on regular basis. We can use this time to on air our own shows.
Believe me there is much more talent in Pakistan as compared to India.
Another reason is, no doubt India and Pakistan were once a united country and
shared many cultural values, but now the scenario has been changed. Showing
their TV shows on our TV channels is promoting their culture which is not at all
in favor of our cultural values. Their dressing, language, gestures, living
style and above all their prayers, all this is unacceptable in our society.
Moreover, our own dramas are following their living and dressing styles. You can
easily watch our drama actresses wearing Sarees in their roles which are not the
requirement of their role.
The third reason is not very much impressive but somehow it means a lot for me.
The Indian media never show our programs on their TV channels just because they
do not want to, even if the Indians want to watch our programs. So, if they are
anti to our programs then why are we encouraging their different TV shows in
Pakistan? I think our people should encourage our dramas and other shows rather
then watching Khatron Kay Khiladi and boring shows like Big Boss that are not at
all entertaining.