Diwali celebrations in Karachi recently made waves on social media, thanks to a heartfelt video shared by Pakistani content creator Bilal Hassan. The video, posted on Instagram, captures Hassan's experience of celebrating Diwali for the first time, resonating deeply with viewers across borders and gathering over 2 million views. In the video, titled “Diwali in Karachi,” Hassan shared his eagerness to witness Diwali festivities firsthand.
He explained that the Sindh province, home to Pakistan’s largest Hindu community, is known for vibrant Diwali celebrations, with Karachi standing out as a hub. His journey took him to the bustling Swami Narayan Temple, where the air was filled with joy, colours, and firecracker displays. "Scenes like this are something I’ve never seen before in Karachi," Hassan commented, describing the energy and beauty of the festival.
“It truly was a festival of lights.” Embracing the spirit of the occasion, he even brought lifafas (money envelopes) for friends, who in return shared traditional sweets, or mithai. The clip struck an emotional chord online, with viewers expressing appreciation for the unique perspective.
Comments poured in, highlighting the unity and joy the festival brought to Karachi. One user noted, “Never imagined people like you with secular thoughts exist in Pakistan. Love from India.
” Another praised, “Bro, your Diwali reel didn’t just light up the screen; it shone a spotlight on unity and joy within Karachi’s di.
