During a live Ramadan transmission, actress Javeria Saud came to the defense of cricketer Sarfaraz Ahmed after a caller mocked his English-speaking skills. She responded firmly, stating that Urdu is Pakistan’s national language and should always be prioritized.
Javeria further emphasized that fluency in English does not define intelligence and that people should take pride in their own language.
Her remarks quickly sparked a debate on social media, with many supporting her stance on promoting Urdu, while others argued that English proficiency is essential for international sports and communication.