Pakistani actress Ayeza Khan faced criticism on social media after sharing an Independence Day photo shoot inspired by Princess Diana’s 1991 visit to Lahore. The pictures, posted on Instagram, showed Ayeza in a green outfit with a white dupatta, closely resembling Diana’s attire.
As soon as the Ayeza Khan Independence Day shoot went viral, users began questioning her choice. Many argued that on a day marking freedom from British colonial rule, adopting a British royal’s style was inappropriate. Some suggested that if she wanted to pay tribute, she should have recreated Fatima Jinnah’s look instead.
Lady Diana’s 1991 Lahore Look
The outfit was a recreation of Princess Diana’s green shalwar kameez and white dupatta, worn during her charitable visit to Shaukat Khanum Hospital Lahore in 1991. Ayeza’s post included the green and white color theme, reflecting the national flag, but the connection to Diana was immediately recognized by social media users.
Although the majority of the responses were negative, it was perceived as a tribute to the humanitarian record of Diana in Pakistan by certain fans. The Ayeza Khan Independence Day photoshoot also became popular across social media such as Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube and trending topics across Ayeza Khan viral photos and Pakistan Independence Day 2025 celebrity celebrations.
Ayeza Khan has over 14 million followers on Instagram, who keep her as one of the most followed celebrities in Pakistan. She has performed in dramas such as Mere Paas Tum Ho and Meherposh, and regularly posts festive photo shoots, which regularly lead to debate about her style.
