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Dr. Areej Zulfiqar Raises Concerns Over Shagufta Ejaz’s Dramatic Weight Loss

Weight loss transformations often attract admiration on social media, but medical experts are increasingly urging people to look beyond the numbers on the scale. Pakistani cosmetic surgeon and digital content creator Dr. Areej Zulfiqar recently sparked discussion after sharing her views on the growing trend of rapid weight loss through injectable medications.

During her appearance on Fiza Ali’s morning show Morning with Fiza, Dr. Areej spoke candidly about the use of weight-loss injections and referenced actress Shagufta Ejaz while discussing the risks associated with losing weight too quickly.

According to Dr. Areej, the desire for instant results has led many individuals to misuse injectable weight-loss treatments without proper medical supervision. She explained that while these medications can be effective, taking higher doses in an attempt to shed weight rapidly may have unintended consequences.

Drawing comparisons to several public figures who have undergone noticeable body transformations, she stated that dramatic reductions in body weight within a short period should not always be celebrated without understanding the health implications behind them.

The cosmetic surgeon emphasized that losing 10 to 15 kilograms in a single month is not a typical or healthy outcome. She noted that when weight drops at such a fast pace, the body is often losing more than just fat. Muscle mass can also decrease significantly, which may affect a person’s overall appearance and lead to a more aged look.

Dr. Areej further explained that medically supervised treatment plans are designed to produce gradual and sustainable results. In clinical settings, patients generally lose a few kilograms each month while receiving additional nutritional support, including vitamins and collagen supplements, to help maintain skin quality and overall wellness throughout the process.

She also expressed concern over the growing number of people who administer these injections at home without professional guidance. According to her, many patients openly admit to self-injecting after hearing success stories online or being influenced by rapid transformation trends circulating on social media.

Her remarks have reignited conversations about the pressure to achieve quick physical results and the importance of prioritizing long-term health over short-term aesthetic goals. As weight-loss medications continue to gain popularity worldwide, experts continue to stress the need for medical supervision, realistic expectations, and a balanced approach to body transformation.

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Pakistani actor and television host Sanam Jung says she received six traffic e-challans within a month of returning to Pakistan, claiming that several were issued for violations she did not commit.

In an Instagram video, Sanam said the repeated fines had frustrated her family, particularly her father. She accepted responsibility for the first challan, which was issued for using a mobile phone while driving.

However, she disputed some of the later fines, including one for allegedly not wearing a seat belt. Sanam said fastening a seat belt had become a regular habit during her time abroad and insisted that she never begins driving without it.

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Tipu Sharif laments Karachi’s disappearing trees and shrinking green spaces

Actor Tipu Sharif has urged Karachi residents to plant more trees as rapid development continues to shrink the city’s green spaces.

Sharing an Instagram video of himself distributing plantation supplies, Sharif encouraged people to take part in tree-planting drives. He remarked that many graveyards now appear greener than residential areas and called for living spaces to be made equally green.

The actor warned that Karachi is losing trees at an alarming rate, leading to hotter streets, poorer air quality, less shade and fewer birds.

Referring to the monsoon season, Sharif said it presented the ideal opportunity to increase the city’s greenery. “The monsoon season is starting in Karachi. There’s no better time to start planting trees. I request you guys to fill Karachi’s roads, footpaths, and alleys. Please plant trees everywhere and increase greenery,” he said.

Highlighting the city’s rapid construction and property developments, the actor warned that continued deforestation could lead to serious environmental and health concerns. “In Karachi, there is not even two per cent of trees left and there’s construction and development happening. After a few years, we won’t even be able to breathe,” he stated.

Regarding his own efforts to combat the issue, Sharif shared that he had been distributing agricultural material across different parts of the city. “Today I am at the forestry nursery, taking 200 peepal trees to be planted in different areas, cemeteries, and places where greenery is lacking,” he said.

“Just think, people who have already passed away have greener surroundings in these cemeteries, while people living today don’t have clean air to breathe. Why is this?” the actor questioned.

Concluding his message, Sharif wrote, “Our one simple goal is to leave behind shade for people we’ll probably never meet. A tree planted today is a gift to future generations. Let’s stop turning Karachi into a concrete jungle and start bringing life back, one tree at a time.”

Sharif is known for his performances in dramas including Tapish, Humrahi, and Sitaron Se Agay. Along with advocating for environmental conservation, the actor also runs an advocacy page on Instagram addressing issues regarding animal abuse and sharing content about distributing food among the homeless.

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Waqar Hussain’s Beautiful Gesture For Female Workers Win Hearts

Waqar Hussain is a celebrity makeup artist who has worked with many big names in the industry. He is also a versatile actor and his stint on Qudussi Sahab Ki Bewa is unmatched. He sat for a podcast and revealed a lesser known side of him. Fans are loving it and singing praises of him.

Waqar Hussain is also known for his bridal makeups. He makes the best brides in Pakistan but his greatness is not just limited to decorating brides. He revealed a great relationship that he shares with his female workers.

He shared that he has always treated his female workers as his own family. He has no daughter of his own but he has married off 10 girls who worked for him like his daughters. Mostly women do not continue to work after marriage but he is happy that he trained those women to have independent careers if they need it anytime.

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