I WENT TO THE BAFTAS!

[@iloveu975]

Love how supportive Sid is, you go Dina!!! You make all of us British Muslim women so so so proud!

[@roxyjay5571]

iloveu975 couldn't have put it better myself

[@hellothere4485]

Yes

[@manuelao4170]

And not only British Muslim women but women in general. So sad this world situation! U are a great WOMAN, Dina!!!

[@ShakirahIbaad]

Keep going Dina! I would feel awkward going to these events too, and probably wouldn't have the confidence to attend. I know it's hard, and you can end up feeling out of place, but please keep representing! And stay confident, strong and beautiful inshallah!

[@MuhammadAli-kv5oe]

Dina please remember seriously you are bigger than any BAFTA ceremony, bit like how Muhammed Ali was bigger than boxing. You and Sid represent us to the fullest, without any compromise and that's why your the people champ. You may think your insignificant in their world but truth be told their insignificant in our world. Keep doing what your doing we right behind you, fly that banner high and proud.

[@arwanaman2688]

"I was the only Muslim woman there" everything starts somewhere Dina, you were the first of many more

[@imperfectinayah12]

arwa naman Well Said

[@aleeshaali2295]

arwa naman 👏👏👏👌

I love you Dina and I'm really sad to hear about all of that bullshit :(

[@sbegum29]

Estée Lalonde aww you were so nice in the vlog

[@ClarisRR]

I think you articulated that so well. I'm really sorry you had these experiences. It makes me sad that you predicted that you might feel out of place and then this was your reality. I think you handled it with such dignity and your analysis of people's ingrained everyday racism seems spot on. You looked STUNNING. Really beautiful. I love your videos, your style and your outlook on life.

[@rachelturner2554]

Claire Rowlands Exactly what i was thinking . It's really sad and although things have improved , it's not good enough yet . Love your videos Dina ! xx

[@kidrauhlBiebzX]

well, we don't even need to predict these situations, we know for a fact someone will end up doing shit like this!

[@nazminbegum3329]

Exactly

[@sarahalhassan5325]

Don't stop going to big events. You're doing it for every female Muslim out there. YOU can and WILL break the stereotypes. #doitfortheteam

[@ameliedomori5412]

I can't believe that you were discriminated against like that at the BAFTA's. I really empathised with you as you told both those stories. It is incredible how in this day and age women who look like you or me have to deal with ignorant hypocritical people like that. You keep doing what you're doing to shut up all those stupid people and as non-white or non-christian women we need to stick together. Thank you for being so candid.

[@naffy1238]

Aww Dina, you deserved to be there as much as the rest of them! Although I'm not surprised entirely as covert racism is still very much a part of society. You are a positive role model for young Muslim women and I really admire you for breaking down barriers! ☺️

[@sumayah6025]

White people will never understand this feeling we have of anxiety, fear and this specific type of issolation. I tried to explain something similar to a old white male that I work with (who btw if the most caring, undrstanding, polite, person you will ever meet. just the kind of person that is really into equality and rights and inclusion of evrybody)... and he still didn't seem to understand this feeling. I could tell by his puzzled face.

[@namia8]

Sumayah Khan there's a word for it - white privilege.

[@sumayah6025]

nams yep.

[@sumayah6025]

Nai M We get tested with hard times sister, I'm glad you are okay now and inshallah enjoying a good life.

[@beigelover95]

I never knew other hijabis go through this. Thought it was just me. I feel uncomfortable around places with of white people and i feel like theyre threatened by me. Anyway im gonna live my life and get closer to Allah because if youre secure in your religion, these feelIngs will go away..

[@tidykingdom962]

Sumayah Khan I'm white and I understand that feeling but from another perspective. I am a foreign so I feel it when I work in environments that are majorly from another nationality than not my own, and I feel it when I'm in environments where everything is majorly done for men. I also understand that wearing a hijab will be an addition to these feelings (as most Muslim women have a foreign background) but I think the feeling of feeling uncomfortable and completely out of place is common. And it's so hard... We all have common ground feelings, from different perspectives. Some white women will not feel it because they live in a bubble, and unfortunately those are the minorities that rule the world. And also Unfortunately we feel this everywhere in the world. I don't feel comfortable being a white woman in the Middle East as well. Change takes time. And we're all fighting for it to change. Together. Big hug to all you Awesome Muslim women out there! You look gorgeous on your hijabs! As a Scarves fan, I feel so jealous sometimes of the awesome ones you wear and how many you own. I can't justify having so many as you do. Ah ah ah.

[@selenapink98]

This is why I love Dina so much. I'm not muslim, but I am a brown woman of colour, and I've felt this way so many times. Every time I experience this, I always try to make up excuses for the people doing this to me, but the truth is it is almost always a race thing, or a religion thing, or a gender thing. When you're part of a marginalized group, you just get a gut feeling about this stuff. The fact that you talk about your experiences, honestly and unapologetically, means so much to me. Even before you got into all that stuff, all that stuff about your anxiety around the event was honest to god so relatable and real. I watch a million youtubers and I have been watching them for literally half my life (I'm 18), but it's rare for me to be touched by anyone as much as I am touched by you. All the love from Canada to you, Dina!

[@beigelover95]

I thought canadians are open minded people

[@selenapink98]

We like to pretend we're way better than America, but honestly things can get to be pretty bad here. We especially treat our indigenous populations like shit and we also have our issues with anti-blackness specific to the police force. Better than Trump is not enough lol

[@asia_m9979]

selenapink98 lol I'm canadian too and I just wanted to say that there are bad and good people everywhere I doesn't matter canadian or not we still are human beings but I must say canadian are more generally nicer than Americans I have American freinds and they really don't have a filter on rude comments and and don't think about how it will hurt the other person.

[@katyisais1862]

Thank you for sharing this so honestly, Dina. The worst part is just what you said, they're not mean people or purposefully discriminating against you, it's a prejudice that's ingrained in people's minds. Your voice will help change the world. Know that there are people from other cultures and religions who will fight with you and for you. Love from Texas ❤️

[@saras9835]

Wow, thank you for being so honest with your story at the BAFTAS and at the Charity Event. I genuinely am very sad (and angry) this happened to you. I was so excited and happy for you at the start of this video and now i just upset because you didn't deserve this. How ironic that people at these events preach about integration and acceptance but the effect it has had on you is actually the opposite?! You are half English as well which makes your story even more awful! Imagine what it would have been like for a Pakistani blogger? Probably even worse (if that's possible). I think everyone should do what they can to help and share this video on their Facebook/Twitter or whatever platform you use. Let's make this video go viral so people know the truth about these events!!! SHARE THE VIDEO PEOPLE!!!

[@rayyankhaify]

Amy Lewis I was thinking the same thing! If Dina who is "white" & half English was treated like that, I cannot imagine how much worse it would have been if I, a 100% Arab Muslim, was there instead of her! Wow.

[@EvenstarSaima]

Amy Lewis and also Dina is the most fashionable hijabi IMO, can you imagine how hard it'd be for a non-fashionable muslim or religious person? Also, why did the 'experienced' girl who Dina drove to the event with not stick with her or at least guide her? Flipping heck.

[@Libyan009]

Amy Lewis but you can't tell by looking at her that her mother is English. People treat you based on your looks. Unless they asked where she's from, then they are treating her the way they'd treat anyone who is covering their hair and has a tan.

[@bethw7745]

Amy Lewis lmfao whats her being half english got to do with anything. when you're muslim and you're on the other end of open public discrimination, that sad twisty feeling in your stomach doesnt feel any better or worse for muslims of different race.

[@coolbreeze101]

teewrecks x

[@jahmed8963]

Dina you will get your red carpet moment...all in Gods perfect timing 🙏🏼

[@christinageorge7495]

Your articulation in this video is amazing - Thank you for a truthful perspective on the BAFTAs - it's funny how everyone wants to talk about integration but the event itself was not open to every background and/or nationality or religion. You are amazing Dina and keep doing what you do - I'm glad you were confident enough to speak on such issue x

[@dinasdose2981]

I'm really glad you addressed this publicly, but continue to go these events and make a stand when someone makes you feel unwelcome. We need to address the ignorance and intolerance with kindness and manners, but with a firm hand. You're awesome.

[@madihahendricks1613]

Dina, about the feelings you described and being treated funny etc I totally relate to you on this one. Sometimes it's just anxiety and your thoughts running wild and other times there really are nasty vibes. It's difficult for us normal people to tell the difference, but since you felt that way I'd say just go with your gut.

[@madihahendricks1613]

..next time.

[@ShakirahIbaad]

I've felt like that too on many occasions. It's really hard to know if it's paranoia or genuine perception. I think the best thing to do is to just be yourself and be friendly and as confident as you can, and just break as many of the strereotypes as possible, whilst being true to yourself.

[@hibaada376]

Madiha Hendricks Dina is literally a normal person...keeping it real all the time.

[@Dalia-kt4dn]

Hiba Ada I agree

[@ummayman7845]

SO PROUD OF YOU DINA!! Was one of your very first subbies baack in the dayyy; it's so lovely to watch you flourish into this amazing independent woman that you are. You're a real inspiration to all of us young women, muslim and non muslim. Much love, salams xx

[@__sababakhair]

This video confirms all my fears as a hijabi woman - ugh! 😩

[@katymaloney]

Don't let it stop you from being yourself, unconditionally!! For every stupid security guard (which will probably never be much more than a stupid security guard), there are good people, who won't hesitate one second to defend you should you be heckled or treated badly. Don't be afraid, or rather don't let that fear stop you from doing the things you want to do! That's what these people want so desperately, let's not let them have that right over your happiness! xxxx

[@ayanahmed3874]

sababayybe lol

[@bethw7745]

Kate Malone thats very optimistic. Sadly, I personally know of no-one who has ever been defended in public, only singled out for discrimination. That's the reality for most of us. It's generally easier not to speak up...i guess thats the problem.

[@beigelover95]

The majority of the population are nice. Hopefully we wont cross paths with the blatently islamophobic minority

[@wilitara12]

I love the way you analyze things Dina........SId and Dina are very woke individuals and keep being honest on your videos .. you are helping a lot of people be vocal and enticing us to think critically about things that happen to us as minorities in the Western world.

[@elenamoscone]

Dina pleeease do me a favor: do NOT stop to go to such events, u have to go, u have to represent! Its awkward i can imagine, but be strong and stand for us women who truly believe in diversety! And do it for ur daughter, so Hanna will hopefully not experience such unaceptable situations! Stand strong darling, u r fabulous!!

[@1mannik]

hey Dina, your experience mirrors that of many people from a minority background. As a turban wearing Sikh i keep telling myself we've got to keep trying to break through & make it look like our faces fit at these events so that society doesnt question our attendance &so that future generations never feel out of place. It will just take time.... keep shining bright & continue to be a great example for the future

[@parissharpe]

manni k The Sikh turban is one of the most beautiful and well thought out/planned religious articles that I've ever seen. I admire those who dedicate time out of everyday to prepare a nicely wrapped turban as a show of faith. This is coming from an African American woman! Y'all are so great!

[@afsanabegum9011]

Dina name the charity. why let them keep their reputation. let them rectify their behaviour

[@hibaada376]

afsana begum she was wearing orange for the charity as well as her mum. I'll need to look for it.

[@rc27td]

i just thought this, i remember when she vlogged and her and her mum had the patterned orange clothes on and lots of the women had the pattern on their dresses too

[@katymaloney]

Thanks for pointing it out, it was fairly easy to research. I won't name it because Dina wouldn't, out of respect for her.. but yeah, assholes were to be expected, if only based on the sponsors for said event (bankers.. urgh)...

[@aluubaluu]

Kate Malone you should name the charity, they deserve it, how horrible they are😤

[@afnanyagoub9561]

Kate Malone can you name the vlog pleas

[@saimauddin5093]

i hate those awkward moments when u think ur worthless, but look at the good side Dina, WE LOVE U AND UR AMAAAZING!

[@rawdaelsayed7887]

AWWWW Dina this legit madey heart hurt bc I can imagine that happening to myself... I congratulate u for being strong and not attacking that security guard or like shown in front of anyone that u felt hurt bc ik although I would say to stay strong I'm sooo weak in these situations 😥but omg I just want to give u a HUGE high five so like ✋✋✋✋✋✋✋✋✋ I'm rly proud of u Dina and the way u acted omg i was just gonna tear up bc that's just what I would've done 👌👌👌👌👌❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Mlbruna]

You should definitely tell us the name of the charity event! It's so important to put this things out

[@r33sh63]

Dear Dina, You have come such a long way and you do us proud! When you were made to feel out of place and unwelcome, it's never our paranoia or anxiety, it is because people/person do it deliberately to make you/us feel unwelcome so you do shy away and don't return. They are threatened by our honour - our hijaab! I hope you never let this stop you from being in the public eye. You are a very courageous woman and I hope your hijaab and identity always makes you stronger, if there is one idiot they are 9 people who are losing a sterotype they have about Muslim women. Keep going. x

[@sajid6196]

Dina sharing your story really gave me mixed emotions it made me sad that there will always be a barrier between acceptance in this world but at the same time so proud, that you posted a real honest video of how you felt. Hopefully you wont have to go through these types of scenario again..

[@_Zaaiinaab]

I got so angry when you were talking about that security guard, you'd think especially at this time, people wouldn't be so blinded by stereotypes! I also love how realistic you made it sound with you being anxious and nervous and all that. And I know I'm just a viewer, but over the past two years I think I've just been so immensely proud of you branching out and having more exposure and just representing us. And even if they didn't treat you as you deserve, you should be so proud of stepping out of your comfort zone so much! Also, because I constantly fantasize about marrying celebs and walking the red carpet (standard) your outfit is EXACTLY what I've always thought to be the perfect hijabi outfit, so well done on making my vision a reality!

[@JoyMumford]

Keep being the change Dina, you're making so many people proud by doing what you're doing. Thank you for challenging attitudes, speaking up and being REAL about these experiences! So many more people need to hear this and wake up. And you looked GORGEOUS at the Baftas!! xxx

[@nilimaaakhtar7852]

You looked so gorgeous mashAllaah with the rest of the girls. I'd love to see you collab with Esteé or Niomi x

[@hibaada376]

Nilimaa Anwara or even patricia bright.

[@offtowander29]

DINA! that last bit abt acceptance speeches vs. real life struggles is so on point!! honestly ppl dont realize what the media/politics does to the psyche of minority women. when we're thriving (i mean, you and lancome GURL!!) we still have that anxiety abt our place and how people will perceive our glow. but dina youve been blessed mashallah and just keep doing you bc we're all rooting for you AF!! Thank you for opening up to us abt that bit.. i can see that lots of muslimas (like myself) can relate! Youre the greatest when it comes to addressing issues like these xx

[@ginghamstripes3968]

You should do a video on how you cope with anxiety, it's quite common amongst young females but rarely talked of.

[@natashaali4174]

Gingham & Stripes definitely!

[@missjdkdiva]

Do not stop going !!! Keep on representing! !!!! Put that beautiful face out there. ......Well spoken and beautifully presented. I applaud you. xxxx

[@sumayayasmin4905]

Dina I'm so sorry to hear you had to go through all that shit. Change won't come easy for Muslim women and your sacrifices and struggles will not go unnoticed by women in the Muslim community. Thank you so much for carrying the banner for Muslim women everywhere. Please keep being your amazing self and doing your good work. We will continue to love and support you ❤

[@BevsEyeView]

I have to say that I am so sorry for your experience at both events. As a Black Muslim, i totally understand what you're talking about. But, when i saw that you went to the BAFTAs, I was so happy because it meant something to me. I was just super proud to see a muslim woman at that event with bloggers like estee and patricia. I feel like you have come so far in your youtube and blogging career. You may not know it or feel it but you are paving a way for all muslim women and women of colour. It is so nice to see you doing videos for big beauty companies and going to huge events. Don't let a couple bad experience keep you from doing the job you're doing. You may be a blogger but honestly, you are making huge strides for so many young women who are muslim or a person of colour, who want to do the same thing. I just want you to know how incredibly proud I felt to see you and patricia at the BAFTAs, it literally made me feel like i can do this one day too. It might have not have been the most positive experience and i am so glad you shared your experience with us but just know that, that day you made so many of your followers and fellow muslim bloggers so incredibly proud. Plus, you looked amazing, Masha'Allah!! I think that if you are invited again next year, you should go, change only happens when we keep fighting and keep moving forward. You are worthy and deserving of a great and positive experience, Dina! xoxox

[@kinzoo786]

you have no idea how nice it is to hear that you have normal anxieties and reservations like the rest of us - despite being so successful (mA). I thought it was just me but its like you read my mind. Thanks for being so real (unlike so many other youtubers that promote "false positivity")

[@shabnabegum441]

love how Dina is open and honest about things. These are real issues and it's great that she's using her platform to speak out about the BS. It's quite inspiring.

[@lailanangarhari9245]

I really can't wait for Dina to Hit 1M.

[@bloomingsdale00]

This is so freaking sad. Seriously. No one should inferior, especially not you, Dina! I've gone through something like this quite a few times before and it's just a horrible, horrible feeling. It truly heightens ones anxiety. Sigh. Never stop slayin', Dina! We got your back.

[@Funkymama2012]

You summed up your experience very well, don't let it shape your decisions for future events, be strong and stay strong and keep the faith, I was the only Muslim woman with a headscarf at uni and I felt like this loads of times... But you need to keep positive x

[@khanmaida]

congratulations Dina, you and Sid work hard and deserve all the good that comes your way.

[@sarahs1324]

I'd really like for you to do a whole video on what it's like being a Muslimah in the blogger/KZbin world.

[@beigelover95]

Yesss

[@hajirahmahmood8172]

So proud of you Dina! You go girl! ♥️. It was so nice to see you and Estee together. Two of my fave KZbinrs xx

[@daphne5835]

I'm so sad for you that this happens to you, you don't deserve that. But please don't let it get you down or hold you back from going somewhere in the future!!! You slay momma!!! 👏🏻

[@soniabutt873]

I hope Lancome actually see this video of yours and really do something about it for you to come out and feel like this. you are a beautiful woman inside and out. I've watched you grow mashaaAllah. may Allah grant u the success with khair dina. that security guard. I hope he gets a taste of his own medicine so he never treats anyone like that again. keep smiling and stay blessed. love u loads.

[@latifabegum5807]

I would rather meet Dina again over any celebrity! She's so lovely! Was like speaking to another mummy, so down to earth!

[@asmad8095]

So so proud of the women you've become (throwback to fetus Dina) you're such a big inspiration, espacially to young girls

[@jahmed8963]

Really enjoyed this narrative perspective to the vlog gave it lots of depth ❤️❤️

[@parishahaque6581]

I love how this isn't "clickbait-ee" eventhough this totally could've been and with reason. favorite two individuals on KZbin, you and Sid

[@duaahorshid9967]

i think that most of the muslim hijabi girls here know that feeling too well, unfortunately. love you Dina, you look great! thank you for being so bold and representing us in these hard times :)

[@k__boww]

Well done Dina!! I strongly believe that you are a confident person, don't change who you are just because people don't accept you as a Muslim women. we all have struggles in life and by achieving, will always make you stronger. People always over look me because I'm a convert but ever since ive been watching your videos has built my confidences, stay positive and inshallah things will come your way xx

[@natachadaring9838]

R u kidding me big ups, to u. U have to get over this and continue to break tradition and go to these events and represent your community with continued style and grace. I didn't realize that a Muslim woman would attend an event as such because of ur modesty. Please forgive my ignorance. However, I don't think that gives ppl the right to treat you any less than human.

[@natachadaring9838]

I don't think you realize it but u may b inviting the negative energy in when u decide to want to not go and expect something negative to happen. Dina you are master of your domain. Do this for Hannah, so her glass ceiling will be so much less than what u have had to deal with. Kudos to u once again. Ur a bad ass that changing things for many.

[@Moe90ies]

I completely agree!

[@htrxox4535]

Natacha Daring your modesty will not be compromised by going to a prestige event like that,so I really don't know what lead you to believe that

[@bethw7745]

Natacha Daring yeah cause muslim women are meant to stay in the house and away from the public eye!!! The wife of the Prophet (pbuh) was a businesswoman. You think she went to the market from the inside of her house?!

[@MrsEmily1235]

are you kidding?

[@bushrasheikh7761]

You are breaking the stereotypes, it's not easy. You are making history, bless you. You are more blessed and beautiful than other Vloggers and stars. As a muslin woman I'm proud of you.

[@sammyvalencia1345]

This is like the greatest video Dina has made.

[@kimeshnimanikam5983]

Dina you are such an inspiration for all women even if they are not muslim. Love everything you do!! Lots of love from South Africa Keep shining!

[@jahmed8963]

You went to the BAFTAS and we all couldn't be prouder 😘

[@PichanDaisuki]

Dina, it was SO refreshing to watch this video and to hear your honest thought about going to events like these. Like, i could totally relate to the anxiety part being an introvert and all, and yeah, its just so nice to listen to you. Youre simply just incredibly inspiring!

[@amberlol7]

love your honesty Dina. Also I'm not a hijabi but the way you style your scarves makes me wanna be one! x

[@true786]

Dina, you're an inspiration to so many of us. I work in a corporate environment and have felt like this so so so many times! Don't let it stop you or hold you back ever. Keep pushing forward, we all need to keep trying to change perceptions for our children. We will get there! x

[@cbrownes]

It hurts to hear this. I remember you and Sid wanted to go to a 'garden centre' (I'm sorry if that is not the right word... English is not my first language) and you didn't want to go in because you felt uncomfortable. I cannot shake that story off. And this just adds to this. I live in the Netherlands and I'm third generation mixed descent. As a result, I look very similar to the Turkish girls who are often treated like absolute crap here. I've been called names, told I travel without a train ticket when I did have a ticket and my twin sister and I were told that it is a miracle we study at such a high level at university, are so intelligent (their words not mine haha) and are so eloquent - and added 'especially since you must be the first in your guest workers/immigrant family to go to school'. Another classmate, who knew that my family is Indonesian, called me a ''troostmeisje'' (which basically refers to the Indonesians who were raped during the Second World War). All our classmates were staring and I flipped. I used aggression and I so respect how you use your words and positivity to spread an alternative view. Bless you! Xxxxx

[@xxxHotChocoLate]

Charlie Noah thats so sad to hear. I am turkish so I know what you are talking. Just ignore those weard people..

[@wonkyeyelashes8099]

Charlie Noah you seem like a chill person, sad people have to be disgusting

[@adilamar123]

I know you have heard this a 1000 times over but honestly Dina you are the most inspirational woman I have come across. Your characteristics and traits remind me a lot of Khadijah radhi Allah anho the way she inherited success and business dealings and the strong minded woman she was, the people around her had nothing but respect and love for her. Your the same, people that are spreading negativity about you are not seeing what a pivotal role your playing in removing stereotype and the hatred people hold for Muslims. Keep it up we need more people like you who give women confidence to become something and overcome their fear of being a woman in these dark ages.

[@travellingbarista]

I got so anxious just hearing what happened!! This would be my worst night mare, well done for doing it even though it was exactly what you feared it would be, you'd think the people at these two events would be more careful about how they treat guests as you could now easily bring them some very bad press, you handled the situation way better than they did though, much more maturely

[@SumarAE]

My heart is broken listened to your story and if it was me it could’ve been worse (with some panic attack) than your experienced. You’re strong Dina, love from Indonesian in Qatar ❤️

[@Mueue]

I forgot to add that your a great role model. I feel like i'm the only one ever dressing modestly around me, glad to see other women doing the same.

[@dumbpeopleareanoying]

thank you so much for everything you do. you play a massive role in why I keep my hijab on and head high and unapologetic. your videos make me feel more human and a hell of a lot less alone in the struggle

[@lilmizzmee1]

name and shame

[@yj-k1934]

There are many like Dina who are tolerant and accepting of all yet sometimes the small things can really effect and make you feel like your less of a person... Dina your amazing and always have the best outlook... Your my fave you tuber 😀, don't ever stop or pass up opportunities x

[@mariyaahmed2218]

lol I love how you're in the Savoy getting glammed up.... and she comes out with "yeah Muslim gal ting"

[@brownbirth2008]

Just watching and thinking the whole way through just how far you have come its overwhelming! Yet you're still (in my opinion) one of the most genuine Muslim blogger/youtuber ! Would like to say you're in my prayers for many more years of success. May God bless you.

[@SofiaRehman]

I feel like this is probably the most important video you have done. This shit needs to be called out. My friend has a tshirt with the word "token" emblazoned across the chest because as a Hijabi woman of colour in her field, she is a real minority and as such gets invited to events much like the ones you have described, where self righteous pontification is in full swing, while the actual people of colour in the audience and on the panel are being treated awfully. Well done for showing up and handling the affair with such grace, I felt agony for you because I get anxiety about massive events too and it's always a push for me to attend, but you were brilliant mashallah. Keep rising. Keep growing. Keep representing. As the great Maya Angelou said, “You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it."

[@aliyasamara298]

I love the consistent video flow from both channels keep up the great work and stay blessed✌🏼✌🏼🙏🏻🙏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🎉🎉🎊🎊🤗🌷🌺💗💝💘💕💞🌺💐🌻🌼

[@hanniluxe]

So heartbreaking to hear about your experience. Sadly institutional racism is something we have to deal with every day. Keep your chin up and know that with hardship comes ease X

[@zehrakauseralwali3897]

This makes me so happy!!!! I know you're upset you didn't get your red carpet pictures but that's what makes it more real!!! And thank you for putting out your real experience!!! Love you Dina

[@shaelalondon]

Sorry you went through that at the charity event and with the security guard. That awkward I don't fit in here feeling is so shitty! The charity event situation is so ridiculous but not surprising tbh! Organisations and people in general are using diversity as a new buzzword to make themselves sound better, but in reality nothing is done to diversify and include people from minority groups. It's just a new marketing tool! Thanks for sharing your experience Dina! It's really important to speak out xx

[@Natirah30]

Soon they'll be knocking down your door just to get an autograph. Everything that goes up must come down so you keep being you Dina. Real people appreciate you just the way you are. Salaams lovey! And why does your face slay so much, yaaas!

[@SharnasCreations]

You are literally everything I went trough at my work gathering well most things in that person. I couldn't imagine , you did well though Hun do stress to much , I'm very amazed that a brand didn't just have a whole bunch of white youtubers at an event wich is so good they need much more diversity it still something that stops me from youtubing women of colour don't get noticed. You looked stunning x

[@zureeee3726]

Sharnas Creations. Same thing that went through my mind. That feeling dina described. I knew that. It was exactly everything I felt especially at my work gatherings. Then it came to me, i should take this as an opportunity not just for me, this is a chance for me to turn up as a representative for us all. Despite everything that happened, when i saw Dina made it there. I was beaming with pride. One of us made it there. It meant a lot. Go Dina. Continue doing what you do. Continue to shed light.

[@SharnasCreations]

Zuree Ee yh I'm just like that in general I just feel like I'm constantly being awkward when talking to ppl and the conversation just stops then I'm like what do I do now lol but she did amazing !

[@FiveDolls]

Love ya Dina! 💕

[@AyeshaSyed]

I am so proud of you Dina for going to the BAFTAs. You should definitely go to other events, don't stop going because of some lunatic treated you that way.

[@Maryam-kd2lw]

I love how passionate Dina is with her KZbin channel 😍

[@soniaali4826]

This reminds me of a quote from the Quran, "And the Jews will not be pleased with you, nor the Christians until you follow their religion. " (Al baqarah 21:20). I am not saying that we should disrespect the "white culture", but we don't need to prove ourselves by assimilating to their traditions.

[@wirerosak]

Sonia Ali totally agree with you especially you laste sentence 🖒

[@faizasaeed1000]

yesssss we will get alot of disappointments when we try to follow their way, or try to please them

[@LoveLiyah849]

Sonia Ali I'm Christian (black) and I support you guys! This video made me feel so sad.

[@MrsEmily1235]

And Muslims will never be satisfied with Christians and Jews so we are equal then

[@aminaa8357]

I'm sorry that you had experienced such negativity, but I'm also thankful that you've shown the reality of these events. You've come so far, and I will always support you! You don't need none of these fancy events to lift you, you've done that pretty much all by yourself (: MashaAllah

[@thedetail7677]

Dina thank you for your stories, so sad to hear you have had some bad experiences at events like this. In general they are quite stuck up but I still think it is so important to have Muslim women be represented and even though you feel out of place maybe it will give confidence for other muslim women to not to be afraid to have these experiences. Don't let them get you down!

[@SaraAkhtarMua]

Dina your honesty is very kind and straight forward and i believe you will present at the Baftas some day In Sha Allah and that would be the proudest moment. You shared this moment with your viewers and you didn't have to and you still did! Thank you and we all support you and that skirt GIRL! beautiful MashAllah. Keep inspiring. x

[@zahsoh]

I totally understand your feeling and i feel so sad that you had that experience. That person seems to me just an idiot to be honest. Specially when your IN LINE with the other girls. Love you Dina! ❤️

[@christinarobinson2154]

I do have to say, props to you for taking to social media! You are a rock ⭐️ you are a trail blazer as I don't know any other higabi in media outside the Middle East. 😘😘😘

[@zinebabaidia8918]

Well Done Dina im soo proud of you.

[@azizarahmatulla773]

نحنا نحبك كتير يا دينا لا تهتمي بكلام البشر واجعلي حجابك فخر لكل مسلمه واني فخوره بوجودك بهذا الاحتفال لانك تستاهلين وخلي عندك تقه بنفسك وهذا اهم شي.

[@sarminakarim1481]

watching this makes me so proud of you 😘😘😘😘😘

[@marcelin540]

Dina thank you so much for sharing. I'm not Muslim, but I am a minority and understand how you have that feeling in the back of your mind. I was wondering how things have been in England right now. I'm in the U.S. and have been concerned for my fellow minorities here. Especially my fellow Jewish and Muslim citizens. You sharing your story is a good thing. Hopefully it will cause people to have more of a voice and advocate for change like here in the US. Thank you.

[@h2oaciana]

Thank you for sharing your experiences. I am not Muslim but I understand your pain. I am Romanian and I guess you heard all the stereotypes about my nationality on the news. Anywhere in Europe and even in US I had problems with people after I say where I'm from. I've been told "ofcourse your a prostitue" or "I am missing my wallet, do you know anything about it?" And even refused medical care in emergency room. You have to speak up, where your stories! I'm this way people will open their eyes when they see someone mistreating a person. Can't wait to see your next video ☺

[@fasogeeek]

h2oaciana we're all humans at the end of the day ❤️

[@dinaelrifai]

Dina, this is such an important video. Your experience is so important and needs to be heard. You are such a light and please remember that whatever you do, you are paving the way and creating a platform for young Muslim hijabi girls who look up to you and aspire to be like you. I just want you to know that you are so appreciated and that everything you're feeling about being overlooked or treated like less-than is valid on your end and only by speaking about this and keeping white feminists who only center themselves accountable. In America (especially now under Trump, but tbh since always) we've always seen so called "liberal" white people who advocate for "diversity" etc only do so to 1) make themselves look good 2) advance their careers/ratings, but not actually do anything to help advance people of color/visible minorities and actually usually do so at the EXPENSE of minorities. I've said this, especially post- Women's March etc, if someone's brand of feminism, or "liberalism" or whatever, isn't intersectional, is only concerned with issues that impact white people, and doesn't actually center or advance minorities --> it's. white. supremacy. Anyway. that's just my 2 cents because I live in America and just fucking done with all this shit. Just know that we appreciate you. Your feelings are completely valid. And so many young girls are grateful for the path you continue to pave for them, especially that it can be so incredibly difficult for you to pave.

[@snowyung9516]

i cant believe i was gonna skip this video, thank God i watched it. Please Dina next time you get invited to stuff like this make sure you get your pictures taken even if they dont take you seriously and show the WORLD that YES you are a muslim and YES you can be there among them GETTING YOUR LIFE!! HOW ABOUT THAT?? and make us proud cus we LOVE YOU xxxx.

[@famidaa6683]

Thanks Dina for sharing and being so open about your experience and raising this important matter. You inspire me more than any of those 'celebs' or so called 'important' (or shall I say complete fake people) out there. And I agree with many in the comment... I hope people get to see this and reveal what these fancy, well known events are really like and about. It's funny how it reminds me of being at school, not truly and honestly being accepted. Honestly, people just like to talk the talk.

[@hajar1234562]

we are supporting you dina ! ♡

[@liszy77]

CONGRATZZ DINAA!!!! You honestly deserve to be in the bafta and all these fancy pancy events, your so honest, humble and kind, its one of the things I admire about you. I really do think you should name the charity that you went to because I can't imagine how insulting that must have felt. I definitely do not want to support a charity that doesn't look after their guests. Keep your head high and don't be discouraged by the idiotic actions of some individuals. We love and support you!

[@shaziizammr6151]

Loved this video. Unfortunatly racism still exists in small minded people. Chin up girl you have come a long way mashalla 😊

[@munaalmaly9994]

Shazii Zammr it's not racism. No one said anything about her race. It's still wrong but it's not racism

[@natashaali4174]

Muna Almaly it's prejudice and discrimination so basically same thing.

[@rozsview2307]

Loved your BAFTA video. You are very brave going to the ceremony,I think it would have been too overwhelming. I don't know why you were ignored as you are wonderful XXX 💟

[@rozsview2307]

You are welcome to my award ceremony when I arrange it and you will have front row seats and forget the red carpet as it will be made of diamonds and gold, love you Dina 💛👑🌹💍💎XXX 💛

[@hibaada376]

Dina looked like she wanted to cry...awh😥😶😂

[@xxaomii]

Im sorry you felt like that Dina. You are an amazing person and please never doubt yourself

[@hibaada376]

The vlog that I've wanted to watch since saying that you would vlog. yayyyyyyyyy 😘😂😂😂

[@hibaada376]

This was such a hilarious vlog. ..as usual.😂😂😂

[@Yasmin-mj2rc]

Hiba Ada did you even watch the video

[@hibaada376]

Yep..why do ask

[@cyraorees]

Dina you are so honest about your experience, makes me respect you even more! You are so funny and charming.