Fat to fit: Pakistani minister’s shocking transformation leaves netizens stunned, mother breaks silence on her new look
A lavish wedding in Pakistan’s political circles has unexpectedly shifted the spotlight from the bride and groom to a senior government leader. Images from the wedding of Junaid Safdar, grandson of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, have gone viral but it was Information Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb’s dramatically changed appearance that set social media abuzz.
The royal-style wedding, held on January 17, brought together Pakistan’s political elite and quickly became a trending topic online. While the bride Shanzeh Ali Roheel’s red nikah outfit drew admiration, many viewers could not take their eyes off Marriyum Aurangzeb, whose transformed look surprised even longtime observers.
‘Unrecognisable’: Social Media Reacts to Marriyum’s Transformation
At 45, Marriyum Aurangzeb appeared noticeably slimmer, with sharper facial features and a youthful glow that led many users to say she looked nearly two decades younger. Several social media users claimed they struggled to recognise her at first glance.
Photos and videos from the ceremony were widely shared, triggering intense speculation. Many online commenters suggested that her striking transformation was the result of cosmetic or plastic surgery, while others praised her appearance and confidence.
Surgery Rumours Take Over the Internet
As the images spread, so did rumours. Some users openly accused the Pakistan Muslim League–Nawaz (PML-N) leader of undergoing cosmetic procedures to alter her face. Jokes and sarcastic remarks followed, with a few comments even comparing her transformation to Hollywood-style cosmetic makeovers.
Despite the trolling, others defended Marriyum, pointing out that weight loss alone can significantly change facial structure, especially when it happens over a short period.
Mother Breaks Silence on Surgery Claims
Amid growing speculation, a video of Marriyum Aurangzeb’s mother, Tahira Aurangzeb, began circulating online. Addressing the rumours directly, she firmly denied any claims of plastic surgery.
Tahira explained that her daughter’s changed appearance was the result of strict lifestyle discipline over several months. According to her, Marriyum followed a controlled routine that included consuming herbal tea, coffee, and eating very small portions of food.
Lifestyle Changes Behind the New Look according to her mother
“She didn’t take any medical or cosmetic help,” Tahira said in the video. “When a person eats less and follows a disciplined lifestyle, the face changes naturally.”
She added that even small changes in eating habits can have a visible impact on a person’s appearance. “If I stop eating properly, my face will also change,” she remarked, stressing that rapid weight loss often leads to sharper facial features.
Support from Family and Public Figures
Members of Marriyum Aurangzeb’s family and several Pakistani public figures have also supported her, saying her transformation is the result of determination and hard work rather than surgery.
However, despite these explanations, online debate continues, with many netizens still divided over the cause of her transformation.