Child star Aayat Arif recently walked the ramp at Kashees’ bridal show in a colourful lehenga. Her walk quickly gained attention on social media.
Many social media users shared their opinions about her style and the way she was presented at the event.
Aayat Arif at Kashees Bridal Festive Exhibition 2026
Aayat appeared at the Kashees Bridal Festive Exhibition 2026 at Karachi’s Expo Centre. She walked the ramp as an individual participant while wearing an outfit from Kashees.
Her runway video soon went viral. However, many people online were not happy with the way the young star walked on the ramp. Some users felt that she was too young to be presented in this manner.
Netizens react
One social media user blamed the parents and said children should be allowed to remain children.
Another said Aayat should focus on her studies instead of such performances. A third user questioned the change in her public image and recalled her earlier Naat performances.
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Aayat Arif first became known for reciting Naats during live transmissions. She later gained popularity as a YouTuber and singer.
She has also worked as an actress and is now appearing in mainstream fashion events.
Dr Ejaz Waris criticises Kashees show
Social media commentator Dr Ejaz Waris has also criticised the Kashees bridal event. He questioned the runway performances and the overall presentation of the show.
Kashees Bridal Festive Exhibition 2026 was held at Karachi’s Expo Centre on August 27 and 28. The event featured bridal fashion and beauty activities.
In a video review, Waris questioned whether the event looked like a professional fashion show. He compared some of the performances to scenes from popular Indian TV dramas.
He also criticised some of the outfits shown at the event. He described some designs as loud and glossy.
He also said that they did not have the modern and refined look expected from a major bridal fashion show.
Waris also raised concerns about the runway walks. He said some participants did not appear confident and lacked the style usually seen in professional models.
He questioned why more trained fashion models were not used at the event. He also criticised the growing use of influencers at fashion shows.