Pakistan, July 26 -- Hamza Ali Abbasi, known for his roles in popular dramas such as 'Pyare Afzal', 'Mann Mayal' and 'Alif', has landed in hot water after making controversial remarks about the hijab during a podcast.

Apart from his acting career, Abbasi often makes headlines due to his religious opinions often involving a moderate aspect on Islam and its principles.

After marrying Naimal Khawar, Hamza announced an inclination towards religion, stating his intention to step away from mainstream media to focus on promoting Islamic teachings.

Recently, a podcast clip featuring Abbasi went viral, in which he discussed the concept of hijab in Islam. In the clip, he stated, "Is covering the head mandatory? No, it's not mandatory. Surah Al-A...