LAHORE: Renowned Pakistani screenwriter Khalilur Rehman Qamar has been kidnapped and robbed in Lahore, police said.
According to details, a woman named Amna named Qamar invited him to her home on the pretext of discussing a theater project. Upon arrival, armed men kidnapped him and carried out a robbery.
Qamar reportedly paid a large sum to the kidnappers, who then released him. Lahore’s Sundar police station registered a case based on Qamar’s statement.
The First Information Report (FIR) states that the suspects tortured Qamar and took him to different places.
Qamar claimed that the kidnappers threatened to kill him and demanded money from his relatives. The FIR also states that the suspects stole Qamar’s mobile phone, watch and cash and transferred Rs 250,000 from his ATM card.
The screenwriter further stated in the FIR that the kidnappers blindfolded him and left him in a deserted area before fleeing.
Qamar is a highly acclaimed Pakistani screenwriter, director and producer known for his significant contributions to the country’s television and film industries.
Known for his compelling narration and powerful dialogues, Qamar has written a number of successful dramas including ‘Mere Paas Tum Ho’, ‘Pyaray Afzal’ and ‘Sadqay Tumhare’.
Qamar has directed and produced several successful projects, cementing his reputation as a versatile and influential personality in Pakistani entertainment.
Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar is no stranger to controversy, often finding himself at the center of public debates due to his outspoken views and provocative statements.
One of the most notable controversies involved him clashing with feminist activists and other media figures over his views on gender roles and feminism.
His comments during television interviews and on social media have drawn widespread criticism and backlash, with many accusing him of promoting misogyny.
Despite the controversies, Qamar remained unapologetic and steadfast in his convictions and continued to express his views openly, polarizing and attracting a significant section of the Pakistani audience.
