In Pakistan, an award show doesn't end when the "Best Actor" trophy is handed out. For millions watching at home, the real show begins the next morning on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
While the celebrities are nursing their post-event hangovers, the Pakistani public is busy at work. We aren't just viewers; we are a nation of self-appointed fashion police, cultural guardians, and world-class satirists. Here is a look at why the Pakistani red carpet has become the ultimate digital battleground.


