Pregnancy should be a time of joy, but Pakistani actress Hiba Bukhari faced unwanted criticism when her pregnancy became a hot topic on social media. Actress and husband Arez Ahmed recently spoke out against the societal pressures placed on pregnant women and discussed the premature announcement of their pregnancy.
The Impact of Unwarranted Criticism
Hiba Bukhari, now a proud mother of a daughter named Aynur, faced online backlash after attending the 9th HUM Awards in London. She wore a shimmering bottle-green gown that highlighted her baby bump, which sparked harsh online criticism. During an appearance on Nida Yasir’s Ramazan show Shan e Suhoor, the couple shared their thoughts on the scrutiny faced by pregnant women.
Arez Ahmed questioned whether society expects women to stay hidden during pregnancy. He asked, “Should a woman leave her stomach at home? Should she stop working or going out? If a woman works eight months pregnant, she deserves praise.”
The Importance of Personal Choice
Bukhari continued to work until her eighth month of pregnancy on the dramas Radd and Jaan Nisar. She emphasized that it was her choice to keep working, saying, “I wanted to work, and I don’t regret any moment spent working or on vacation with my husband.”
Arez strongly added that society should not dictate a woman’s choices. He stressed that a woman should live life on her own terms. The couple clarified that Hiba consulted her doctor before traveling, and she was given the green light to enjoy herself.
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The Premature Announcement of Pregnancy
The couple had chosen to keep their pregnancy private until they were ready to share the news. However, someone from Bukhari’s set revealed it before they could announce it themselves. This led to unwanted speculation and chaos.
Hiba explained, “Some things are not yours to share. People want to announce their big news in their own way and at their own time.” The couple had planned to release a photo for the announcement, but the early leak triggered rumors and confusion.
Empowering Women’s Choices
Hiba Bukhari and Arez Ahmed’s response to the trolling and premature announcement highlights the importance of respecting a woman’s privacy and personal choices. As Bukhari pointed out, pregnancy is not an illness. Women should be free to experience it without judgment or interference. Every woman deserves the right to live life on her terms—whether she’s pregnant, working, or simply enjoying her moments.
