Sarwat Gillani Faces Criticism Over Maternity Photoshoot
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Actor Sarwat Gillani has recently faced criticism for her maternity photoshoot, where she graced the cover of a local magazine displaying her baby bump. Days later, she announced her impending labor, asking fans for prayers for a safe delivery.
However, on Saturday, a user (referred to as X) shared images from the photoshoot, condemning the perceived “vulgarity” associated with the trend of maternity shoots that Pakistani celebrities are embracing.
The user expressed disapproval on Twitter, stating, “Our so-called celebrities have spread strange shamelessness; someone needs to question the necessity of all this.”
Ye hmaray so cold celebrities ne ajeeb besharmi phelai hui hai, Banda pooche is ki zrurat kia hai pic.twitter.com/vpxIBaMBHH
— Tooba (@tuba_shafi) December 23, 2023
In response, many challenged the user for associating femininity and motherhood with vulgarity. Comedian and rapper Ali Gul Pir commented, “She seems happy, sad that it irks you.” Others emphasized the individual’s right to make choices about their body, with one saying, “Her child, her choice.”
She seems happy, sad that it irks you
— Ali Gul Pir (@Aligulpir) December 24, 2023
Uska bucha uski marzi
— Malik Haider Khalil (@MhaderKhalil) December 23, 2023
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
Some questioned the societal mindset, with Anchor Absa Komal asking how pregnancy could be deemed shameful. Another user expressed concern about the negative attitude towards a content and glowing mother, while someone else criticized the judgmental perspective, asking if being pregnant was equated with shamelessness.
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
beta ap na dekho.
— no context nalka (@mahobili) December 24, 2023
A doctor in the comments highlighted the beauty of motherhood and lamented the lack of understanding in Pakistani society. Defending Sarwat Gillani, a user pointed out her marital status and questioned the critic’s issue.
Motherhood is perhaps the most beautiful part of a woman's life but unfortunately neither Pakistan men nor women understand it. They won't miss any chance to humiliate a pregnant woman.#Pakistan #pregnant
— Dr Ahmad Rehan Khan (@AhmadRehanKhan) December 24, 2023
beta ap na dekho.
— no context nalka (@mahobili) December 24, 2023
Pregnant hona besharmi hai? Or is she spreading nudity?
— Muteeb 🇵🇸 (@muteebspeaks) December 24, 2023
Amidst the debate, one fan expressed confusion about what was wrong with the pictures, and another suggested embracing a positive outlook, saying, “How about, just be happy?” The overall sentiment echoed the call for allowing mothers-to-be to embrace their journey without judgment.
