Pakistani host and actress Javeria Saud has apologised to fellow actress Yumna Zaidi, bringing an end to a recent controversy sparked by a viral video clip.
The issue emerged after a clip from a private TV channel’s Eid special transmission circulated on social media, in which Javeria Saud appeared to make an indirect remark about Yumna Zaidi’s age.
In the viral footage, Javeria Saud, while helping guests identify a childhood picture during a segment, commented that some individuals in the industry had been working since “ancient times” but achieved fame only recently—remarks widely interpreted as directed at Yumna Zaidi.
Responding to the clip, Yumna Zaidi took to Instagram, clarifying that the image shown was not from her childhood and termed it “false information.” She stressed the importance of verifying content before broadcasting it on television.
Following public criticism, Javeria Saud issued an apology via social media, admitting that her team had aired the image without proper verification. She expressed regret over the incident and extended a heartfelt apology.
In her statement, she also conveyed respect and admiration for Yumna Zaidi, stating that the actress has always held a special place in her regard. Clarifying her earlier remarks, Javeria Saud said her comments were misunderstood and were intended to refer to career duration rather than age.