21st edition of Lux Style Awards came with its fair share of gossip and controversies. Prestigious awards, marred with contention, were called out by several artists who strongly opposed actor Feroze Khan’s nomination and subsequent win for Best Actor Male- Viewer’s Choice accolade.

While ace designer Maheen Khan and Oscar-winning filmmaker Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy distanced themselves from LSAs whilst announcing return of their respective trophies, fans called out artists who chose to be part of this year’s event. One of most prominent criticism was faced by actor Osman Khalid Butt who hosted and performed at 21st Lux Style Awards. Osman has always been vocal about plight of women in society and has expressed support for abuse victims. Many were shocked to see Balu Mahi star actively taking part in show. Now, Osman has issued clarification as to why he prominently attended event. Taking to Twitter, Chupke Chupke star shared statement that revealed that he was contacted by LSAs for special homage to Queen of Pop, Nazia Hassan.

“I was contacted more than week before the LSAs to perform tribute to immortal Nazia Hassan, who was to be awarded Changemaker Award posthumously, and co-host segment,” Osman began, adding how at time to contact “nominations had not been announced.”

Published in The Daily National Courier, November, 29 2022

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