The show, which is a local adaptation of the popular Turkish series Aşk Adası (Love Island), is available exclusively on digital platforms. It has been praised by some viewers — including Ayesha’s own mother — while others have criticized it and called for a ban.
Controversy began with the release of the show’s trailer, which sparked backlash for its dating-based format — a genre still sensitive in Pakistani society. The full episode triggered even more debate, with mixed reactions flooding social media.
In response to the criticism, Ayesha Omar posted on Instagram, saying her mother loved the first episode. “Her opinion is what matters the most to me,” she wrote. She also noted that it took years for her mother to accept her hit sitcom Bulbulay, but she instantly appreciated Lazawal Ishq.
Ayesha encouraged fans to watch the show and share their thoughts, emphasizing that open conversations and healthy expression are part of the show’s core message.
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Meanwhile, the Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority (PEMRA) clarified that Lazawal Ishq is not broadcast on any licensed TV channel and is only available online. Therefore, it falls outside PEMRA’s regulatory scope.
This statement came after public calls for the show to be banned, despite it not being under traditional broadcast laws.
