Pakistani actor Feroze Khan has been accused of domestic violence by his ex-wife Aliza Sultan, as per a report by ANI. Aliza has reportedly submitted evidence alleging that she was subjected to torture between 2020 and 2022.
After the accusations surfaced, many celebrities from Pakistan have come out in support of Aliza. Singer Asim Azhar wrote on Instagram, "Domestic violence is unacceptable. No if's and but's. No 'other side of the story'. Takes a lot of strength to speak up. Praying for Aliza and her family".
Feroze's Habs co-star Ushna Shah also took to Instagram to condemn the incident. She wrote, "I am still processing this and I am in a state of shock. Nothing can and will justify violence against a woman. My heart is with Alizah as well as Sultan, and Fatima".
Another actor Saboor Aly wrote, "Walking out of toxic and abusive relationship is a very brave step. We should all teach our daughters to have zero tolerance for any kind of physical and mental abuse and never succumb to the societal pressure of staying in abusive and toxic marriages. As they say, divorced daughters and sisters are better than dead ones! All my prayers are for Aliza and everyone who were and are the victims of domestic abuse. Don't stay quiet. Speak up and walk out".
"Ban wife beaters and cheaters from representing our industry! #banferozekhan", wrote actor Sarwat Gilani.
With people calling him out Feroze issued a statement denying all allegations. He took to Instagram to share the statement that reads, "I, Feroze Khan, vehemently deny any and all baseless, malicious and untruthful allegations which have been levelled against me and are circulating on the social media rumour mill.
He added, "These allegations have no basis in truth or reality. I fully intend to institute legal proceedings against the perpetrators of these actions and I have instructed my legal team accordingly. I would categorically like to state that I have always followed the law in its true letter and spirit and have never knowingly hurt another human being. I very strongly believe in all human rights of every human inhabiting planet earth".
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