Nobody is straight in Pakistan, 80pc are gay: Trans activist Hina Baloch claims

A viral video featuring Pakistani transgender activist Hina Baloch has sparked widespread debate after she claimed that a large majority of Pakistan’s population identifies as gay or bisexual.

In the clip, Baloch says, “They will not accept it, they will deny it, they will bring religion and culture into it but it’s an open secret. Nobody is straight in Pakistan,” adding that around “80% is gay and the remaining are bisexual.”

The statement quickly spread across social media, triggering strong reactions. While some users mocked the claim, others used it as a starting point to discuss deeper issues around sexuality, stigma, and the pressure to conform in a conservative society.

Baloch argued that sexuality in Pakistan is widely hidden due to social expectations, family honour, and religious norms, suggesting that many people do not openly express their identities. Her remarks reflect a broader conversation about visibility and repression faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in the country.

However, there is no credible data or official research supporting the figures mentioned in the video. Experts caution that such sweeping claims can be misleading, particularly in societies where discussions around sexuality are sensitive and reliable data is limited.

The viral moment has once again highlighted the gap between lived experiences and documented research, as well as the challenges of discussing LGBTQ+ issues openly in Pakistan. While the numbers remain unverified, the conversation around stigma, silence, and identity continues to gain traction online.