In a significant move that has sparked widespread discussion, Indian users have reported that Instagram accounts of several prominent Pakistani celebrities — including Ali Zafar, Atif Aslam, and Hania Aamir — are now inaccessible in India. When Indian users try to visit their profiles, they see a message that reads:
“User not found.”
or
“This content is not available in your country.”
This development appears to be part of a geo-restriction imposed within India, though the exact reason for the block remains unofficially confirmed.
Celebrities Whose Accounts Are Reportedly Blocked in India
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Ali Zafar – Renowned singer and actor known for cross-border popularity
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Atif Aslam – Iconic voice behind multiple Bollywood chartbusters
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Hania Aamir – Popular actress with massive Gen Z following
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Farhan Saeed, Aima Baig, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan – Also reportedly affected
Indian users can no longer view their posts, reels, or even access their handles on Instagram directly through the app or browser.
What Message Do Indian Users See?
Most Indian users trying to access these profiles receive one of the following error messages:
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"This page isn't available."
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"The link you followed may be broken, or the page may have been removed."
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"This content isn’t available in your region."
These are standard messages Instagram displays when content is restricted either by the platform or through local enforcement regulations.
Possible Reasons for the Ban
While Instagram (Meta) has not released an official statement, the blocking may relate to government directives or geo-political tensions. India has previously restricted apps and content from neighboring countries in light of national security concerns.
Possible reasons include:
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Policy enforcement related to geopolitical tensions
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Government directive under IT Act rules
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Content moderation decisions based on regional sensitivities
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Pakistani celebrities Instagram banned in India
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Ali Zafar Instagram not opening in India
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Atif Aslam Instagram blocked 2025
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Hania Aamir Instagram account unavailable
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Instagram geo-blocking Pakistani artists
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Indian users can’t access Pakistani profiles
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Instagram restrictions in India 2025
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Pakistani singers banned on Instagram
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Meta India Pakistani account ban
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Why Atif Aslam Instagram not found
Impact on Fans and Cross-Border Culture
This move has disappointed many Indian fans of these artists, especially given the popularity of Atif Aslam and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan in Bollywood playback music. Several users have taken to social media to question the reasoning behind the ban, urging for arts and culture to stay above politics.
However, others have supported the action, citing national sentiment and past content disputes as valid concerns.
The blocking of top Pakistani artists’ Instagram accounts in India raises questions about freedom of expression, digital diplomacy, and social media regulation. Until official statements are made by Meta or Indian authorities, the situation remains speculative.
