The wedding celebrations of Junaid Safdar, grandson of former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, and Shanzay Ali Rohail in Lahore attracted widespread attention last week. While the high-profile event featured several prominent political figures, one guest in particular became a major topic of online discussion — Punjab Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb.
Photographs and videos from the wedding festivities circulated widely on social media, with users noting changes in Aurangzeb’s appearance compared to her previous public outings. Many highlighted her refined facial features, leaner look, and overall presence, leading to conversations across digital platforms.
The online reaction sparked curiosity and debate, with some users sharing before-and-after comparisons. However, Aurangzeb has not commented on the discussion, and no official statement has been issued regarding her appearance.
Who Is Marriyum Aurangzeb?
Marriyum Aurangzeb, 45, is a senior leader of the Pakistan Muslim League–Nawaz (PML-N) and has been active in national politics since 2013. She currently serves as Senior Minister in the Government of Punjab, handling key portfolios including information, environment protection, planning, forestry, fisheries, wildlife, and special initiatives. She has also been assigned responsibilities related to tourism, archaeology, and museums, according to reports.
Earlier in her political career, Aurangzeb was elected to Pakistan’s National Assembly on a reserved seat for women in both 2013 and 2018.
She previously served as Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting from 2016 to 2018, and later from April 2022 to August 2023 under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
Early Life and Education
Born in Lahore in 1980 into a politically active family, Aurangzeb completed her early education at Federal Government College, Islamabad. She later earned a Master’s degree in Economics from Quaid-i-Azam University and a Master of Science in Environment and Development from King’s College London in 2003.
Before entering politics, she spent nearly a decade working with WWF-Pakistan, focusing on environmental advocacy, sustainable development, and international conservation campaigns.
While social media discussions continue, Marriyum Aurangzeb remains a prominent political figure known for her work in governance, environmental policy, and public communication.
