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Kanwal Aftab | |
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| Born | January 9, 1998 |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Occupation(s) | Social media personality, journalist |
| Years active | 2019–present |
| Spouse | Zulqarnain Sikandar (m. 2021) |
| Children | 1 |
| Relatives | Farhan Rana Rajpoot |
Kanwal Aftab (born 9 January 1998) is a Pakistani social media personality and digital journalist. She became known for her work on short-form video platforms and her reporting with digital media outlets.[1][2]
Early life and education
editAftab was born in Lahore, Punjab. She studied Mass Communication at the University of Central Punjab.[3]
Career
editAftab started her media career as a reporter with UrduPoint.[4]
She gained further visibility through her content on TikTok, where she posted short videos. Her following grew during the platform’s popularity surge in Pakistan.[5][6] She has also appeared in web-based programs and digital interviews.[7]
Personal life
editAftab's parents separated during her early schooling.[8] In April 2021, Aftab married social media content creator Zulqarnain Sikandar.[9][10] The couple has one child, born in 2023.[11]
Controversies
editIn June 2023, Aftab was criticized for suggesting during an Instagram Q&A that women should try to reform abusive husbands instead of seeking divorce. She later clarified her remarks but faced backlash for appearing to downplay domestic violence.[12]
In August 2022, a small brand accused her of failing to fulfill promotional obligations after receiving free products, raising concerns about influencer ethics.[13][14]
In November 2024, a private video allegedly involving Aftab was leaked online. While its authenticity remains unverified and she did not comment publicly, the leak prompted broader conversations about digital privacy and online harassment.[15]
In January 2025, she criticized fellow influencers for not supporting her husband, Zulqarnain Sikandar, after his arrest for displaying firearms at a public event.[16]
References
edit- ^ "معروف ٹک ٹاکر کنول آفتاب نے ایک اور سنگ میل عبور کرلیا,شوہر کی بھی مبارکباد". 24 News Digital Urdu (in Urdu). 2023-06-01. Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ "Who is Kanwal Aftab? The fourth Pakistani influencer affected by private video leaks after Minahil Malik, Imsha Rehman, and Mathira Khan". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-08-07.
- ^ "Who is Kanwal Aftab?". The Times of India. 2024-11-28. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
- ^ "Extremely Funny - Kanwal Aftab Pranks A Sabzi Wala | EP8 | Prank Call - UrduPoint Video". UrduPoint. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
- ^ Sohaib, Rija (2023-09-02). "From Social Media Sensations to TV: Pakistan's Gen Z Stars Who Transcended Platforms". Lens. Retrieved 2025-06-02.
- ^ "کنول آفتاب ذوالقرنین سے کتنے سال بڑی ہیں؟". jang.com.pk (in Urdu). Retrieved 2025-06-04.
- ^ "معروف ٹک ٹاکر کنول آفتاب کی بھی مبینہ نازیبا ویڈیو لیک". Aaj TV. 2024-11-25. Retrieved 2025-05-31.
- ^ Noor, Aqsa (2024-07-10). "'My father left us and never returned': Kanwal Aftab opens up about childhood trauma". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
- ^ Aftab, Yumna (2021-04-05). "Tiktok stars Kanwal Aftab, Zulqarnain Sikandar tie the knot". ARY News. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
- ^ "Tiktok star Kanwal Aftab stuns in new pictures with her husband". www.nation.com.pk. June 22, 2021. Retrieved 2025-08-07.
- ^ "Tiktok stars Kanwal Aftab and Zulqarnain welcome first baby". 24newshd.tv. 2022-12-02. Retrieved 2025-06-01.
- ^ "Divorce is not a solution: TikToker Kanwal Aftab doubles down on stance amidst criticism". The Express Tribune. 22 June 2023. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "TikToker Kanwal Aftab Lands Herself In A Controversy". Reviewit.pk. 4 August 2022. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "Kanwal Aftab lands in a controversy". Daily Lead Pakistan. 2022-08-04. Retrieved 2025-08-07.
- ^ "Kanwal Aftab Becomes Latest Victim In Series Of Pakistani Influencer Video Leaks". NDTV. 26 November 2024. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
- ^ "Kanwal Aftab Slams Influencers as Hypocrites Following Husband's Arrest". Brandsynario. 29 January 2025. Retrieved 31 May 2025.