Pakistani actor Ayesha Afridi recently clarified a longstanding rumor regarding her supposed familial connection with former cricketer Shahid Afridi. During her appearance as a guest on a popular TV show, Ayesha was once again confronted with the question that seems to follow her wherever she goes: “Are you related to Shahid Afridi?”

Ayesha decisively debunked the claim, stating, “Whenever people meet me, they ask about Shahid Afridi, and I always dismiss it as just a rumor. I have no connection to him.” She added that the question frequently arises on social media as well, where users speculate about her potential ties to the cricketing legend.

Offering insight into why these rumors persist, Ayesha suggested that her Pashtun background might be fueling the assumptions. “Perhaps it’s because I come from a Pashtun family,” she hinted, acknowledging the cultural overlap but firmly reiterating her independence from the Afridi cricketing dynasty.

Despite the recurring nature of the question, Ayesha’s tone was calm and composed, addressing the rumor with grace. The actor’s candid response serves as a reminder to the public and media to be mindful of spreading unverified information.