Azekah Daniel Under Fire for Using Lion Cubs as Props [Video]

The ‘Hasrat’ star was spotting filming with a pair of lion cubs.

Actress and model, Azekah Daniel sparked public criticism over her recent shoot on social media. The Hasrat star was spotted filming herself with a pair of lion cubs at an undisclosed location.

The video clip is a behind-the-scenes (BTS) look at Azekah Daniel’s latest project. The actress wore a dark blue kurta over with a maroon dupatta over black trousers and a pair of stylish yellow high heels.

Azekah looked visibly scared at first in the presence of two lion cubs but maintained her composure for the fashion shoot.

Netizens criticized the showbiz diva for using wild animals as props for her “glamourous shoot”. The incident has started a debate on social media about the use of wild animals in commercial settings and the welfare of animals used in the entertainment industry.

One fan wrote,

Another celebrity promotion wildlife as pets what is wrong with you people with the platform you have you should be raising awareness of their freedom very disappointed on how are celebrities behave …

Azekah Daniel is a popular Pakistani TV actress. The 28-year-old has been part of the showbiz industry for some time now and is making her mark in it. She is famous for her titular role in Noor Jehan and fans love her other characters like Hooriya in Malaal-e-Yaar and Sara in Tera Gham Aur Hum.

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Azekah Daniel

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