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Momina Iqbal seeks Rs19 Crore in damages from Allama Nasir Madni over accusations

Pakistan Observer · Jun 18, 2026, 1:07 PM

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ISLAMABAD – Pakistani actress Momina Iqbal served Rs19 crore defamation notice on Allama Nasir Madni, accusing the scholar of damaging her reputation through remarks that went viral online. The Ehd-e-Wafa star is demanding public apology, removal of related content, and compensation for the alleged harm caused to her picture. ناصر مدنی کو مومنہ اقبال کے بارے ایسی بکواسیات نہیں کرنی چاہیے تھیں۔ ثاقب چدھڑ کو معصوم سا بچہ تھا جو وہ اس سے پیسہ کھاتی رہی اور یہ کھلاتا رہا۔دونوں ایک دوسرے کو اسائشیں دے رہے تھے بس یہ الگ بات ہے کہ ایک معاشی آسائش دے رہا تھا اور ایک جسمانیاب معاملہ ختم ہو گیا تو بکواسیات… pic.twitter.com/e6Q0rRv65j — Rana Zeeshan Hameed (@RanaZeeshanPTI) June 16, 2026 Amid legal tussle with PML-N MPA Saqib Chaddar, the actress served notice through advocate Adnan Ehsan Khan under the Defamation Ordinance, accusing Nasir Madni of making controversial statements that allegedly fueled public campaign against her. Momina demanded the immediate removal of all related videos and content from social media platforms, along with an unconditional public apology. The actress warned that failure to comply with the notice could result in legal proceedings seeking Rs 190 million in damages. The dispute erupted after Allama Nasir Madni publicly commented on the controversy involving Momina Iqbal and PML-N MPA Saqib Chadhar during a gathering, which quickly went viral online and sparked intense debate across social media. Breaking her silence, Momina Iqbal delivered a strongly worded response, accusing the cleric of amplifying unverified allegations against her. In an emotional message, she stated that while she expects justice through legal channels, ultimate accountability rests with Allah. The actress also highlighted serious consequences of making accusations without evidence, arguing that such claims can inflict lasting harm on an individual’s honor and dignity. Referring to Islamic teachings, she stressed that every action is subject to divine accountabil

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