Pakistani superstar Mahira Khan is currently on a promotional tour in the United States. She’s in the spotlight again, this time for her upcoming film Love Guru, in which she stars alongside actor Humayun Saeed. During one of the tour events, a fan brought up a question that has followed her for years: Will there be a Mahira Khan Bollywood comeback?
Mahira, best known for her roles in Humsafar, Sadqay Tumhare, Superstar, and Quaid-e-Azam Zindabad, gave a calm and thoughtful response. She made her Bollywood debut with Shah Rukh Khan in the 2017 film Raees. Since then, fans have often wondered if she’ll return to Indian cinema.
Responding to the fan, Mahira said, “I believe we need to look inward. Let’s focus on our own film and drama industry.” She explained that she does not support cancel culture or boycotts. “I’m speaking broadly,” she clarified. “Strong reactions are natural in tough times, but I think it’s better to focus on growth at home.”
Instead of pushing for a Mahira Khan Bollywood comeback, she emphasized building Pakistan’s own entertainment sector. “In the end, your country is your safe space,” she said. “We must invest in our people and our art.”
Her comments quickly sparked debate online. Social media users shared mixed views. Some fans admired her diplomatic tone. They praised her call to uplift Pakistan’s creative landscape rather than chase cross-border fame. “She’s mature and thoughtful,” one fan wrote. “We need to believe in our own stars.”
Others, however, were less satisfied. “She gave a politically correct answer,” one user complained. “People wanted a bolder statement about the India-Pakistan entertainment divide.”
Still, many agreed with her approach. “She’s not wrong,” someone commented. “The Pakistani drama industry is one of the biggest in Asia. We should be proud of that.”
Despite the buzz around a possible Mahira Khan Bollywood comeback, the actress made it clear where her heart lies—for now, it’s in Pakistan. She wants the local industry to thrive. Her words may not have been dramatic, but they carried weight. She urged her fans to think bigger—about home, pride, and long-term growth.