Singer Abrarul Haq’s recent performance in London has sparked considerable backlash among social media users, drawing attention just a day after his separation from PTI.
Videos of his lively performance, featuring his popular songs, have been circulating on Twitter. Journalist Murtaza Ali Shah shed light on the event, stating that it was organized by former PTI leader Aleem Khan’s housing society, adding another layer to the discussion.
Here, have a look at the video:
Abrarul Haq performs in london after quitting PTI, concert powered by Aleem Khan’s housing society pic.twitter.com/55gVsYBDRH
— Murtaza Ali Shah (@MurtazaViews) May 28, 2023
The singer is facing backlash for his “crocodile tears,” during his resignation from the PTI last week. During a press conference on May 26, a visibly emotional Abrar stated, “For the time being, I am distancing myself from politics. I no longer perceive politics as a means of serving the people.”
A user commented, expressing their view on Abrarul Haq’s departure from PTI, stating, “Yesterday, Abrarul Haq shed insincere tears as he quit PTI.”
Yesterday, Abrar Ul Haq had crocodile tears in his eyes while quitting pti. According to him, it was a difficult moment for him. Today, dude is literally singing and dancing. Meanwhile pti idiots, “iTnA ziAdA ZuLm HoGyA hAi YaAwR”. Aur phir BHANGRAY 🤦🏽pic.twitter.com/KNgCiq9v9p
— Saad Kaiser 🇵🇰 (@TheSaadKaiser) May 29, 2023
Another user remarked that Abrar’s actions served as a signal for others to emulate.
Abrar ul Haq performing at Aleem Khan's property event right after crying at the press conference of him leaving PTI is a mashle raah for everyone who is finding it difficult to move on. Learn from him.
— berbaad benches (@mahobili) May 28, 2023
Abrarulhaq is a big disappointment!! pic.twitter.com/ehHjTuPbVG
— Ali Arif 🇵🇰 (Imran Riaz Khan) (@ialiarif) May 29, 2023
Another Twitter user said that Abrar should have waited a few more days after shedding ‘crocodile tears.’
During an interview in London, reporters inquired about Abrar’s emotional state when he resigned from PTI. He responded, “I had a wonderful experience in PTI, working alongside the leadership and the workers. However, the events of May 9… I didn’t have any chance to truly serve the people.”
Asked Abrarul Haq why he cried during the press conf walking out on PTI and whether he was threatened or blackmailed by anyone.
He replied: pic.twitter.com/cSF64QRfwz
— Murtaza Ali Shah (@MurtazaViews) May 28, 2023
When asked by reporters if he had been “threatened” or “blackmailed” to leave the Imran Khan-led party, he firmly denied such claims. In response to a question about his potential return to politics, he expressed a desire to take a break, saying, “For now, I just want to relax.”
He chose not to address the rumors regarding threats to his family in relation to his departure from the party.
However, The concert, headlined by the esteemed singer Abrarul Haq, took an unforeseen twist as supporters of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) swarmed the artist after his performance. The incident escalated into heated confrontations and physical altercations, compelling the organizers to summon the police for intervention and to restore order.
Journalists were brutally attacked during Abrar ul Haq's media talk in London.#London #IbrarUlHaq pic.twitter.com/V9nVNo3cYe
— Safina Khan (@SafinaKhann) May 28, 2023
Amidst the intensifying situation, the concert organizers reached out to the authorities for assistance. The London police promptly arrived at the venue and effectively managed the circumstances. To ensure Abrarul Haq’s safety, they escorted him away from the premises under their protection. The incident visibly shook the singer, as seen in a circulating video where he hesitated to step out of his vehicle due to the earlier commotion at the concert. Videos capturing the performance of the renowned singer and the subsequent unrest have garnered significant attention on various social media platforms.
