honestly i wasnt considering this aspect when watching the drama, as i am unaware of the religion appropriation…
I respect that you view the drama as fiction, and I completely understand wanting to appreciate it for its story and emotion. But I can’t agree that religion should be given any less weight than issues like racism, sexism, or homophobia. For millions of people, faith isn’t just belief — it’s identity, culture, family, and daily life.
When media distorts or romanticizes sacred concepts, it doesn’t exist in a vacuum. It shapes how people are seen and understood — often in ways that fuel misunderstanding or prejudice. In a world already struggling with misinformation and bias, that kind of portrayal can quietly add to the harm.
I’m not saying we can’t enjoy fiction. I’m saying awareness and empathy make that enjoyment more responsible. Pretending these things don’t matter isn’t neutrality, it’s complacency. And I truly hope more people start seeing that this isn’t about policing art — it’s about growing in empathy, and recognizing that what we consume and promote affects real people.
honestly i wasnt considering this aspect when watching the drama, as i am unaware of the religion appropriation…
I totally get that your review focused on the drama itself, but when something involves religious appropriation—especially from a faith tradition that’s not your own—it’s important to acknowledge that too. Beyond just the religious aspect, portrayals like this can also be harmful in other ways, from reinforcing stereotypes to romanticizing ideas that carry serious moral or cultural weight. When we recommend media that draws on sacred or sensitive concepts, it’s worth being mindful of those impacts.
Think about it this way—if the issue were cultural or racial or sexist or homophobic instead of religious, would you still feel comfortable promoting it without addressing the harm? It’s not about gatekeeping, but about being respectful, informed, and responsible in how we engage with what we watch.
I understand why the story appealed to viewers, but I think it’s important to talk about the religious aspect too. Making Iblees a romantic character isn’t just creative liberty, it’s religious appropriation. It takes an Islamic concept with serious theological weight and turns it into a fictional trope without respect for its significance. That’s not representation; it’s distortion.
When media distorts or romanticizes sacred concepts, it doesn’t exist in a vacuum. It shapes how people are seen and understood — often in ways that fuel misunderstanding or prejudice. In a world already struggling with misinformation and bias, that kind of portrayal can quietly add to the harm.
I’m not saying we can’t enjoy fiction. I’m saying awareness and empathy make that enjoyment more responsible. Pretending these things don’t matter isn’t neutrality, it’s complacency. And I truly hope more people start seeing that this isn’t about policing art — it’s about growing in empathy, and recognizing that what we consume and promote affects real people.
Think about it this way—if the issue were cultural or racial or sexist or homophobic instead of religious, would you still feel comfortable promoting it without addressing the harm? It’s not about gatekeeping, but about being respectful, informed, and responsible in how we engage with what we watch.