Dr Nabiha Ali Khan’s marital dispute triggers public debate

LAHORE (Web Desk) — A recent televised interview by psychologist and media personality Dr Nabiha Ali Khan has drawn widespread public attention after she spoke about difficulties in her marriage, including allegations involving her husband and in-laws.

Appearing on a programme hosted by Fiza Ali, Dr Khan described experiencing emotional strain within her marital home. She alleged that she faced persistent tension, felt excluded from household decisions, and struggled with what she characterised as a lack of support following her marriage. Dr Khan also claimed that being asked to leave the residence marked a particularly distressing point in the relationship.

The marriage had earlier attracted public interest, with the couple’s nikkah ceremony held at the residence of religious scholar Maulana Tariq Jamil, an event that was widely shared on social media.

In response to the interview, Dr Khan’s husband, Haris Khokhar, rejected the allegations. He stated that neither he nor his family subjected Dr Khan to mistreatment and maintained that she left the home of her own accord. His remarks questioning aspects of Dr Khan’s mental health sparked debate online, with commentators urging caution in public discussions of psychological matters.

The contrasting accounts have led to extensive discussion across social media platforms, with opinions divided between those expressing sympathy for Dr Khan and those emphasising the need for evidence-based legal proceedings.

Legal experts note that disputes of this nature are typically addressed through family courts, where claims require substantiation. No official court ruling on the matter has been reported.

The episode has also renewed broader conversations about marital dynamics, privacy, and the responsible handling of mental health issues in the public sphere.