Who Is Hina Baloch? Karachi Transgender Activist Says ‘80% of Pakistan Is Gay’ in Viral Video

A viral video featuring Hina Baloch, a transgender rights activist from Karachi, has sparked intense debate after she claimed that “80% of Pakistan is gay and the remaining 20% are bisexual.” Her remarks, made during an interview with the Queer Global, have drawn both criticism and support, highlighting ongoing conversations around s*xuality, identity, and social norms in Pakistan.

In the interview, Baloch describes what she calls an “open secret” about sxuality in Pakistani society. “I believe that more than half of Pakistan is quite gay actually. They don’t want to just say it out loud, but I guess 80% of Pakistan is gay and the remaining 20% are bis*xuals, so I don’t think that anybody is straight in Pakistan in terms of their s*xuality,” she says. She further adds that denial is often rooted in religion, culture, and family expectations: “They will deny it, they will bring religion into it, they will bring culture into it, but this is an open secret. Nobody’s straight in Pakistan.” Viral Video: Pakistani Fan 'Hashir' Dares to Sing 'Tere Liye' with Atif Aslam on Stage.

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Beyond the headline-making claim, Baloch’s story reflects deeper struggles tied to gender identity and expression. Recalling her early life, she says, “What I was worried about was how to apply lipstick and not get lots of shit from the family for that. How do I get to dress feminine, wear jewellery and not get the beatings?” Her remarks underline the social stigma and risks faced by transgender individuals in conservative environments. ‘Day 1 as a Spy in Pakistan’ Memes and Jokes: Cute Kid Wins Viral Instagram Reel Trend Inspired by ‘Dhurandhar’ Movie.

Who Is Hina Baloch?

Baloch has been an active voice in Pakistan’s transgender and minority rights movement. She co-founded the Sindh Moorat March and has participated in the Aurat March, advocating for gender equality and inclusivity. She has also spoken about systemic challenges faced by the khawaja sira community, noting that many are pushed into marginalised and exploitative forms of livelihood such as begging, dancing, or s*x work.

Her activism has come at a personal cost. Baloch has claimed she faced violent retaliation after raising a Pride flag during a protest and survived alleged kidnapping and abuse by law enforcement. These experiences ultimately forced her to leave Pakistan.

She later secured a scholarship to SOAS University of London and sought refugee status in the United Kingdom, continuing her advocacy from abroad. As her viral comments circulate online, they have reignited discussions about s*xuality, repression, and the lived realities of LGBTQ+ individuals in Pakistan.

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