Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt Faces Legal Action Over Controversial Perfume Launch
Renowned Pakistani YouTuber Rajab Butt has found himself embroiled in legal trouble following the launch of his new perfume, *295*, which has drawn severe backlash for its alleged reference to Pakistan’s blasphemy laws. A case has been registered against him under Section 295-A of the Pakistan Penal Code (PPC) and the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) at Lahore’s Nishtar Colony Police Station.
The controversy stems from the perfume’s name, *295*, which critics claim deliberately alludes to Section 295 of the PPC—a law pertaining to blasphemy. The backlash intensified after Butt appeared to associate the product with the late Indian singer Sidhu Moosewala, who had previously faced legal scrutiny under similar charges.
The complaint was filed by Ramzan Bhatti, who accused Butt of intentionally offending religious sentiments and inciting controversy. The move has sparked heated debates across social and religious circles, with many condemning the YouTuber’s alleged insensitivity.
Butt, known for his bold and often polarizing content, has yet to issue an official statement addressing the legal action. However, the case has reignited discussions about freedom of expression, religious sensitivities, and the legal consequences of provocative branding in Pakistan.
As the investigation proceeds, the situation highlights the delicate balance between creative expression and legal boundaries in the country.
