Following Anwar Maqsood’s humorous yet contradictory statement about the Pakistan Navy, various reports circulated on social media claiming the renowned writer had been kidnapped. Users alleged that Anwar Maqsood was taken away for criticizing the Pakistan Armed Forces. In response, Anwar Maqsood issued a clarification, stating that due to fake news circulating on social media, several relatives had contacted his home to inquire if it was true that “Anwar Miyaa had been taken away.” However, he denied the rumors, asserting that there was no truth to the claims about his kidnapping or arrest.