Naeema Butt Reveals That Actresses Paint Themselves To Look White

Naeema Butt, known for her outstanding portrayal as Rubab in the famous drama Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum, recently spoke out about the prevalent issue of colorism in Pakistan’s entertainment industry.

Naeema Butt was a guest on Something Haute, and she discussed how colorism exists in the industry. A fellow actor initially encouraged her to cover her entire body with makeup foundation to appear white, as only white girls are cast in lead roles in Pakistani dramas. It shocked her to hear, but then that individual showed her photos of actresses who do this and paint themselves from head to toe. She is unconcerned about such behaviors and is confident in her own skin.

Rejecting these harmful practices, Naeema Butt said “I am comfortable in my own skin and refuse to conform to such standards.” Her open opposition to colorism highlights a major issue in the business, leading to a broader discussion about beauty norms and portrayal in Pakistani media. The actress talked about her experiences in the industry, underlining the social pressures that force many artists to comply to false beauty standards.

Naeema Butt is now dominating the screens with her powerful performance as Rubab in the popular drama Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum. Naeema Butt has performed in theatre, films, and television, and she is currently receiving a lot of praise for her work. She is also a very intelligent artist with strong beliefs based on her experience in interactive theatre and helping with victims of abuse.

During Something Haute, the actress revealed her interest in art and how she ended up on television after pursuing various other opportunities. She divides her time between Pakistan and New York City, where she pursues projects that she believes will leave a legacy for her work. Watch Naeema Butt’s full interview here: