The grand wedding celebrations of Junaid Safdar, grandson of former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, and Shanzay Ali Rohail in Lahore have continued to dominate headlines, but it wasn’t just the couple that caught public attention. Pakistani politician Marriyum Aurangzeb has emerged as an unexpected talk of the town after her striking transformation at the high-profile event, which left the internet in shock.
Photos and videos of Marriyum Aurangzeb from the wedding festivities quickly went viral on social media, with netizens expressing surprise at her noticeably changed appearance. Many users pointed out her sharper facial features and radiant glow, drawing comparisons with her prior public appearances.
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All About Marriyum Aurangzeb:
45-year-old, Marriyum Aurangzeb is a senior leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and currently serves as Punjab’s Senior Minister for Information and Environment. Over the years, she has emerged as a prominent public figure, known for her political stance and active presence in the Sharif-led party since 2013.
In the Punjab government, she handles key sectors including environment protection, planning, forestry, wildlife, fisheries, and special initiatives. As per reports, she has also been entrusted with responsibilities related to tourism, archaeology, and museums.
Before stepping into active politics, Marriyum Aurangzeb spent nearly a decade working with WWF-Pakistan, where she focused on environmental advocacy, sustainable development, and global conservation campaigns.
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The wedding itself had already sparked debate after bride Shanzay Ali Rohail opted for outfits by Indian designers Sabyasachi Mukherjee and Tarun Tahiliani for her wedding festivities, triggering mixed reactions on Pakistani social media.
Several users criticised the decision, accusing her of overlooking Pakistani designers despite being part of one of the country’s most influential political families. At the same time, many came out in Shanzay Ali Rohail’s defence, arguing that choosing her wedding outfit is her personal choice.
