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Faryal Makhdoom, the spouse of former British boxer Amir Khan and a prominent model, recently drew attention for her attire at the Red Sea International Film Festival hosted at The Ritz-Carlton in Jeddah. Makhdoom disclosed her ongoing efforts to enhance her fashion sense, acknowledging the gradual nature of this transformative process.
“I am actively working on refining my style over the past few months. Change takes time, and it’s a gradual process,” she shared with her followers. Despite her public profile, Makhdoom emphasized her commitment to modesty, highlighting her abstinence from drinking or partying while expressing a penchant for experimenting with diverse styles.
Recognizing her Muslim identity, Makhdoom conveyed her intention to progressively elevate her fashion choices while remaining mindful of her religious beliefs. “Being aware of my Muslim identity, I am consciously working on improving my fashion choices, InshAllah,” she stated in an Instagram post.
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Addressing the challenges of public scrutiny, Makhdoom explained her avoidance of many events, citing contractual obligations for her presence at some. She appealed to her followers for empathy, underscoring the impact of hurtful comments on her personal and professional life.
“Please understand the difficulties of being in the public eye. I’ve skipped many events, but some are contractually obligatory. I appreciate your love, but hurtful comments can take a toll. Take it easy on me; I’m only human. We all strive for improvement, and may Allah guide us,” she concluded, reflecting on the shared human experience of seeking growth and guidance.
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Makhdoom clarified her stance on wearing a hijab, asserting that she is not a hijabi and urged people to refrain from having expectations in that regard. She emphasized that she is not seeking to be a role model and expressed satisfaction at being among like-minded individuals who spoke up about Palestine at the film festival.
“Yes, I’m working on self-improvement as a Muslim every day. But please understand, I’m not a Hijabi, so stop expecting me to dress like one. In fact, stop having any expectations of me. I’m not asking to be your role model,” she added. “I was pleased to be in Saudi among many like-minded people who spoke up about Palestine at the film festival—an admirable experience to be part of.”
