Zari fires back at critics, says no filter can make them look like her
South Africa-based Ugandan businesswoman and reality TV star Zarinah Hassan has hit back at critics who have been age-shaming her, insisting that no filter can replicate her appearance.
In a message shared on her social media channel on Monday, September 1, 2025, Zari, while addressing comments about her age and the use of filters, disclosed that she would be turning 45 years old this year.
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The reality TV star further added a reminder about the natural process of ageing, adding that she loves how she is being compared with a 20-year-old.
“She is too old, she uses filters, yes, I am, I’m 45 this year, even with filters, babes, can and will never look like me, “Zari hit back,
“Yes, we age forward, not backwards, love how you compare me with 20-year-olds. That’s the answer, I am that female.”
To her loyal fans
In addition, Zari also took the time to thank her supporters and loyal fans.
“To my lovers, thank you; your love is always noticed. I love you back, my babies,” she appreciated..
Miscarriage
Zari’s clapback days come after her husband, Shakib Cham Lutaaya, revealed that she experienced a miscarriage in May, describing the loss as deeply painful and something he has found difficult to speak about.
Speaking in an interview on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, Shakib said that while he was fully aware of the situation, he chose not to make any public statement at the time because Zari herself had openly shared the news.
“Yes, it is true that she had a miscarriage in May. It was not me who said it, but her, and she was open about it. She is the better person to explain it further,” he said.
According to him, it is an experience he prefers to keep private, emphasising that his wife is the best person to give details of what happened.
“Of course, I was aware of it, but since I did not talk about it back then and it is she who spoke about it, I still cannot,” he added.
Shakib explained that the miscarriage remains an emotional subject for him and that there are personal matters he does not find easy to disclose publicly.
He stated that since Zari had already spoken about the loss, he would rather let her explain further if she wishes, while he continues to handle the matter in silence.
“It is hard for me because there are some things I always prefer to keep to myself. She will explain more,” he added.
Zari Hassan, who is popularly known as the “Boss Lady”, is a mother of five children from her previous relationships.
Her marriage to Shakib, which has often been under public scrutiny, has attracted both criticism and admiration, with the pair frequently making headlines across East Africa.
