Hania Aamir Instagram Ban: Indian Fans Buy VPN to Watch Pakistani Actress

May 4, 2025 10:01 AM

The move to restrict Pakistani celebrities on Indian digital platforms comes in the wake of heightened tensions between

Following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, the Indian government implemented a wave of digital restrictions on several Pakistani celebrities. Among the actions taken, Instagram accounts of high-profile Pakistani artists like Mahira Khan, Fawad Khan, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Ali Zafar, and Hania Aamir were blocked for users in India.

Despite the ban, fans in India haven’t backed down. In fact, thousands are now subscribing to Virtual Private Network (VPN) services to bypass the restrictions and continue following their favorite Pakistani celebrities—especially actress Hania Aamir.

Fans Say “We Miss You”, Actress Responds Emotionally

Hania Aamir, one of Pakistan’s most popular actresses, continues to trend in India despite her Instagram account being inaccessible without VPN. When Indian users try to view her profile, they receive an error message stating that the account is not available in their region.

But for many fans, that hasn’t been a deterrent. They’ve taken to using VPN services to simulate international access and continue engaging with her content. Under Hania’s recent Instagram posts, comments from Indian fans read:

“Miss you.”
“Don’t worry, we’re using VPN to see you.”
“We’ve got VPN for you.”

Hania, known for her affectionate rapport with fans, responded to the overwhelming love with a heartfelt comment: “I will cry.”

Not Just Fandom — It’s Devotion

The response to the Hania Aamir Instagram ban has sparked deep emotional expressions from Indian fans. One fan wrote,

“Do you even realize what you’ve done? You’ve built a fan base so strong, so crazy, and so emotionally devoted that people are buying VPNs in India just to see you on screen. This isn’t regular fandom—this is great love.”

Hania acknowledged the fan’s words by liking the comment and adding a series of emojis, showing how touched she was by the dedication.

Instagram Ban Part of Wider Digital Crackdown

The move to restrict Pakistani celebrities on Indian digital platforms comes in the wake of heightened tensions between the two countries. India has been tightening controls on Pakistani content and personalities amid national security concerns. The Instagram bans appear to be part of a broader strategy aimed at reducing the visibility and reach of Pakistani voices in Indian cyberspace.

However, the passionate response from Indian audiences reveals that art and entertainment still transcend borders—even in times of political strain.