Beauty expert, social activist, and businesswoman Masarrat Misbah has revealed that she endured abuse during her first marriage and eventually ended the relationship when the situation worsened.

 

 

In a recent podcast, Masarrat Misbah spoke about her personal life and upbringing. She described her family as educated and independent, where no distinction was made between her and her brothers. She has five sisters, and her father supported their education, allowed them to work, and encouraged them to make their own choices.

 

 

Despite such a supportive environment, Masarrat Misbah said that her father arranged her marriage when she was young. She had wanted to continue her studies, but her father had assured her that her future husband would allow her to pursue education after marriage. She married at the age of 18, and the marriage lasted for a few years.

 

 

Masarrat Misbah said that her marriage initially was consensual, but soon after, her husband began abusing her. The abuse continued in front of their children. She stated that the domestic problems escalated over time, which led her to make the decision to end the marriage. Her parents supported her choice once they realized what was happening.

 

 

After the divorce, Masarrat Misbah moved to London to complete a course in beauty. A year later, she returned to Pakistan, and her parents helped her open a salon, supporting her decision to make it her profession. She explained that their support allowed her to establish a career at a time when few women pursued similar work.

 

 

Masarrat Misbah added that the failure of her first marriage left her hesitant about entering a second marriage.

 

 

Her reflections highlighted the role of family support in overcoming personal and professional challenges. She emphasized that having a supportive environment enabled her to pursue her ambitions and build a career despite early setbacks.