In this episode of Unraveled with Marvi Sirmed, we delve into the aftermath of the Pahalgam terrorist attack — and the striking consensus on both sides of the India-Pakistan divide. Why did India’s political establishment, media, and civil society instantly rally behind the claim that Pakistan orchestrated the attack — with little demand for evidence? And why did Pakistan, in unison, reject any possibility of complicity — denying even the existence of India-focused militant groups on its soil? From the legacy of Pulwama and Mumbai to the rise of hyper-nationalist politics in India and controlled narratives in Pakistan, Marvi Sirmed unpacks the forces shaping public perception, the silence of dissent, and the cost of being caught between patriotism and propaganda. Featuring references to international experts, state narratives, and recent geopolitical shifts — including the May 2025 war and its nationalist aftershocks — this episode offers a dispassionate, evidence-driven analysis that challenges easy assumptions. Subscribe for more in-depth regional analysis from South Asia and beyond. Share your thoughts in the comments — we welcome critical voices.