In a candid interview, actor and content creator Khaqan Shahnawaz unapologetically embraced the reality of ‘pretty privilege’. While acknowledging his hard work, he admitted the undeniable advantages of being “conventionally good-looking”. While talking about his good looks, he highlighted the opportunities and connections afforded by his social media presence. Shahnawaz concluded by emphasising the transformative impact of social media, bestowing privilege upon those adept at navigating its realms.

“I am very lucky, I have the best gift of all, I have the genetic gift; I look this way,” he shared. “Who will deny that being conventionally good-looking does not help you? I’m a conventionally good-looking guy. I have green eyes, fair skin, I’m tall, broad, I have a well-defined face. These things help you, globally,” Shahnawaz asserted.

He then counted his blessings by elaborating on these “privileges” that come with being a social media personality. The actor concluded that social media has given people who are good at it a lot of privilege. “They’re the stars,” he noted.