It Is Unfortunate Many People Now Want to Go Viral Like Veena Malik: Hanif Abbasi
Faizan Hashmi
Published September 11, 2026 | 05:15 PM
Politics in the current situation is about seriousness, responsibility, and performance, and the public has the right to know about a politician’s political record and past, Hanif Abbasi said.
Addressing a ceremony, Hanif Abbasi expressed his disappointment that people were aspiring to become like Veena Malik, while politicians also worried about the potential viral impact of their statements on social media. He humorously suggested praying that nothing embarrassing goes viral.
The federal minister clarified that politics should focus on practicality rather than a race to go viral. He emphasized that politicians’ performance, not online popularity, should define their public image.
Performance and Accountability:
According to Abbasi, the public has a right to question politicians who have served multiple terms or held ministerial positions. Their past performances and responsibilities should be scrutinized, he argued.
Social Media vs. Substance:
He urged politicians to connect their actions with practical performance rather than solely pursuing viral moments on social media.
