KARACHI – Prominent actress Sarwat Gillani has found herself at the center of a social media storm after participating in a pregnancy photoshoot.
The decision has sparked a heated debate, with some criticizing the move and others coming out in staunch support.
Having officially confirmed her third pregnancy in October, Gillani recently collaborated on a pregnancy-themed photoshoot for a popular magazine.
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The actress’s decision to showcase this special moment has triggered a flurry of reactions across various social media platforms.
The images from Sarwat Gillani’s pregnancy photoshoot went viral, drawing both accolades and condemnation. Social media users expressed their varied opinions by sharing and commenting on the actress’s pictures.
One woman, posting Gillani’s images on Twitter, questioned the necessity of the actress undergoing a photoshoot specifically focusing on her baby bump. She went on to label Gillani’s actions as shameless, opening a dialogue about societal expectations regarding pregnancy.
The tweet garnered numerous responses, with many users rallying in support of Sarwat Gillani and challenging the notion that being pregnant should be considered a matter of shame.
Some users took a critical stance, suggesting that Gillani should have kept her pregnancy private to avoid affecting the modesty of Pakistani men.
Is this Islamic Republic of Pakistan? Is larki ko chaiye tha pait ghar rakh ke aaya karay bahir. Kahin is behudgi ki waja say pak-mardo ka wuzu na toot jaye!
— Saad Kaiser 🇵🇰 (@TheSaadKaiser) December 24, 2023
Absa Komal, a local TV anchor, also stepped in for her support and questioned those who are criticizing the actress for photoshoot.
How can pregnancy be shameful? How did you come into this world? Why does a joyfully glowing mother bother you? How miserable must one be to hate a content woman embracing herself? Low life!
— Absa Komal (@AbsaKomal) December 24, 2023
On a lighter note, others adopted a humorous approach, making light of the situation and emphasizing the actress’s right to make choices regarding her pregnancy.
Uska bucha uski marzi
— Malik Haider Khalil (@MhaderKhalil) December 23, 2023
Amid the online debate, the numerous users highlighted the beauty and significance of motherhood, expressing disappointment that the journey into parenthood is not universally appreciated in Pakistani society.
