Fashion model Arifa Junaid Anjum gained instant fame during the Pakistan-New Zealand tri-series final in Karachi, where she was repeatedly featured on screen. The consistent focus on Arifa throughout the cricket match captured the attention of fans, quickly making her a social media sensation.
As the cameras zoomed in on Arifa several times during the game, her appearances sparked a flurry of reactions among Pakistani cricket fans. While many viewers were charmed by her beauty and innocence, others debated the ethics of focusing on a viral personality over the players themselves.
Arifa’s Background and Social Media Presence
Arifa, originally from Karachi, is well-known in the fashion modelling industry and maintains an active social media presence. Her sudden surge in popularity during the cricket match led to various online discussions.
The clips of Arifa at the cricket match led to mixed reactions on social media platforms. Some praised her charismatic presence, while others criticized the broadcast’s focus on her at the expense of the cricketers’ coverage. This incident has highlighted how Pakistani audiences sometimes emphasize viral sensations, which can overshadow the achievements of sports heroes.
Social media users also acknowledged the camerawoman’s role in bringing Arifa to the limelight, attributing her overnight fame partly to the camera work during the match.
