Abrarul Haq 'mobbed' by PTI workers during London concert

Singer recently distanced himself from the party and politics in Pakistan

A concert featuring renowned singer Abrarul Haq took an unexpected turn when party workers from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) mobbed the artist after his performance. The incident, marked by heated exchanges and physical altercations, prompted the organisers to call the police to restore order, reported Express News. 

Haq, who recently distanced himself from PTI and politics, had been invited to London to perform in a concert arranged by the housing society of Pakistani business tycoon Aleem Khan. Adhering to the planned schedule, the singer delivered a memorable performance, enthralling the audience with his popular songs. 

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However, trouble ensued during the media interaction session that followed the concert. PTI workers surrounded Haq, leading to a tense atmosphere and a clash between the party workers, the singer's guards, and members of the media. As the situation escalated, the concert's administration contacted authorities.

Abrarul Haq performs in london after quitting PTI, concert powered by Aleem Khan’s housing society pic.twitter.com/55gVsYBDRH

— Murtaza Ali Shah (@MurtazaViews) May 28, 2023

London police swiftly responded to the scene and took control of the situation. To ensure Haq's safety, they escorted him away from the venue in their custody. The incident left the singer visibly shaken, as evidenced by a circulating video in which he refused to exit his vehicle following the commotion at the concert.

Videos capturing the Nach Punjaban crooner’s performance and the subsequent turmoil have been widely shared on social media platforms. In one of these videos, the singer reiterated that his departure from politics was a voluntary choice and not the result of any external pressure. He expressed that while he retains his constitutional right to participate in politics, he currently does not foresee a political future for himself.

Asked Abrarul Haq why he cried during the press conf walking out on PTI and whether he was threatened or blackmailed by anyone.

He replied: pic.twitter.com/cSF64QRfwz

— Murtaza Ali Shah (@MurtazaViews) May 28, 2023

The incident in London has sparked discussions regarding the security and safety of artists, particularly during public events. It has also shed light on the challenges faced by individuals when navigating the intersection of entertainment and politics.