Ramadan Transmission Controversy: Public Criticizes TV Show for Controversial Calls and Answers

With the arrival of Ramadan, various TV channels kick off their special Sehri and Iftar transmissions, which are widely watched by the public. However, these broadcasts often face significant criticism due to the inclusion of controversial questions and topics.

One segment that has raised concerns involves phone-ins where viewers can call and ask Islamic scholars about prayers and solutions to personal issues. Lately, however, there has been an increase in bizarre and inappropriate calls during these segments, which has drawn criticism from the public.

Actress and TV host Javeria Saud’s Ramadan transmission has been particularly criticized for the controversial questions asked by callers. The show has gone viral for featuring calls where unusual and sometimes inappropriate queries are posed, with responses from Maulana Azad Jameel that have sparked debate.

In a recent episode, a caller asked for a prayer to reduce their electricity bill. Maulana Azad Jameel responded by suggesting that people with high electricity bills should write “Zam Zam” on their meter with their index finger. He further recommended repeating this “prayer” twice a month for the bills to decrease. This advice quickly went viral on social media, with many questioning its validity.

Many users on the internet have labeled these calls as fake or planted, and they have faced severe criticism. Some users have sarcastically commented on the absurdity of the situation. For example, Saadia Ahmed asked whether Javeria Abbasi and Maulana Azad Jameel themselves follow such practices or if they are just fooling the public. One user joked that after writing “Zam Zam” on their neighbor’s car fuel tank, the fuel line got jammed, while another sarcastically said that they had written “Zam Zam” on an ice block in summer, and the ice has still not melted.

Others have commented on how they were considering sharing the “prayer” with people who struggle with high bills, while one user jokingly asked Maulana Azad Jameel for a prayer that would allow their electricity to run non-stop without receiving any bills.

This is not the first time Javeria Saud’s Ramadan transmission has been the subject of controversy. Earlier, there was an incident where a caller asked about her romantic feelings for a married principal at her school, and another caller requested a prayer for a fifth wife despite already having four.

In response to the backlash, Javeria Saud clarified that they take the calls that are received, and their team asks the callers what they want to discuss on air. However, she mentioned that once the call is live, callers often start talking about something else. She assured that neither her team nor Maulana Azad Jameel is to blame for the unexpected content of the calls.

Despite the criticisms, the trend of controversial Ramadan TV transmissions continues to spark debates among the public, with many questioning the ethical implications of airing such content.