Hum TV’s drama Meri Bahuain has stirred online debate after airing a dramatic childbirth sequence that many viewers say crossed the line for Pakistani television. Known for its high-voltage family drama and traditional saas-bahu conflicts, the series has become one of the most-watched shows on television and YouTube. However, its latest episode has drawn sharp criticism from audiences.
The show, which has consistently topped TRP charts for its over-the-top storylines and emotional confrontations, introduced a major twist involving Fabiha’s mother welcoming a baby in her 40s. The storyline itself had already sparked discussion due to its unusual theme, but the depiction of the actual delivery scene took the controversy to another level.
In the episode, Fabiha’s mother goes into labor and is rushed to the hospital, where she delivers a baby boy. The sequence included intense moments showing her in visible pain and emotional distress before the birth. Afterward, Fabiha receives the news that she now has a newborn brother.
While the makers likely intended the scene to add emotional weight, many viewers felt it was unnecessarily graphic and unsuitable for family viewing. Social media quickly filled with complaints from fans who argued that such scenes have no place in prime-time entertainment.
“This is what our drama makers did in the early 2000s, and people stopped watching dramas,” one viewer wrote on X (formerly Twitter). Another comment read, “This could have been avoided.” A third viewer added, “People watch dramas with their kids. Why are they showing such a scene?”
Critics say the creators of Meri Bahuain are pushing sensationalism too far in pursuit of ratings. Some noted that Pakistani television traditionally avoids depicting childbirth or medical procedures in detail, opting instead to imply such events off-screen. The inclusion of this scene, they argued, signals an unnecessary shift toward shock value rather than storytelling depth.
Despite the backlash, Meri Bahuain continues to perform well in viewership, with the episode garnering hundreds of thousands of views within hours of airing. Supporters of the drama defended the creative choice, saying it reflected real-life experiences and helped normalize conversations about older motherhood.
Still, the controversy underscores a growing divide among Pakistani audiences between those who want television to explore modern realities and those who believe entertainment should remain conservative and family-friendly.
For now, the creators of Meri Bahuain have not issued any statement addressing the criticism, but the uproar has certainly ensured that the show remains the talk of social media for better or worse.
