Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s family has once again entered public discussion after his great granddaughter, Ella Wadia, appeared at the prestigious Le Bal des Debutantes in Paris. The event is one of the most exclusive high society gatherings in the world, and Ella’s participation quickly went viral across social media in Pakistan.
Ella belongs to the Wadia family through Jinnah’s only daughter, Dina Jinnah, who married Neville Wadia in 1938. Despite the widely known strain between Jinnah and his daughter, the Wadia family remains part of his direct bloodline. Ella is the daughter of Jehangir Wadia and the great granddaughter of Dina Jinnah.
Ella Wadia’s Appearance at the Paris Debut Ball
Photos of Ella from the event circulated widely online. She appeared in an elegant couture gown and posed at the venue among other elite debutantes from influential global families. Many users shared the images with curiosity about her connection to the founder of Pakistan.
The event marked her introduction into international high society and brought renewed attention to the Wadia family’s heritage.
Public Debate Over Her Relation to Jinnah
As soon as her pictures surfaced, Pakistani social media users began debating whether Ella should be described as Jinnah’s great granddaughter. Many referenced the historical rift between Jinnah and his daughter Dina after her marriage to Neville Wadia.
Several comments online reflected this sentiment.
One user wrote, “He never spoke to his daughter Dina Jinnah. Respect his decisions.” Another said, “What great granddaughter? He disowned his own daughter.” Others criticized the media for using the title in their reports.
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Ella Wadia’s debut at Le Bal has not only introduced her to global society but also revived public interest in Jinnah’s personal history. Her appearance has led to conversations about lineage, identity and how the Wadia family, living abroad for generations, remains linked to Pakistan’s founding figure.
