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Pakistan Asks TV Channels Not to Air Hugging Scenes and Intimacy of Married Couple in Dramas

As per the notification, “Hugs, caress scenes, extramarital relations, vulgar, bold dressing, bed scenes, and intimacy of married couple are being glamorised in utter disregard to Islamic teachings and culture of Pakistani society.”

Pakistan Asks TV Channels Not to Air Hugging Scenes and Intimacy of Married Couple in Dramas

Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) has directed local satellite television channels on Saturday to "stop airing caress and hug scenes" in TV dramas. In the notification, PEMRA stated, it was receiving several complaints against such content.

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