Naeema Butt, currently shining in the drama Kabhi Main Kabhi Tum as Rubab, recently spoke about colorism in the Pakistani entertainment industry. With a background in theatre, film, and TV, Naeema has earned praise for her strong roles and intelligent insights, especially from her work in interactive theatre and supporting abuse victims.
In a recent interview on Something Haute, Naeema discussed her journey from theatre to television. Dividing her time between Pakistan and New York, she now carefully chooses projects that reflect her values and will define her career.
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Naeema revealed a shocking incident early in her career when another actor suggested she use makeup to lighten her skin, saying that only fair-skinned actresses get lead roles in dramas. This was surprising for her, especially when she saw pictures of actresses who completely painted their skin to look fairer. Naeema, however, rejects this practice and proudly embraces her natural skin tone.
Listen to Naeema Butt’s full story on colorism in the industry!
