Wakil Kohsar, an AFP photographer, has successfully won the prestigious Society of Publishers in Asia award for his stunning photo series titled Botox under Burqas. This visual collection beautifully captures the hidden lives and relentless efforts of Afghan women utilizing beauty services under severe societal restrictions.
This award, presented in Hong Kong, is considered one of the most respected journalism prizes across the Asian continent. Creating this photo report involved tremendous challenges due to the overwhelming fear of clinics and patients regarding the harsh reactions from Taliban government officials.
Despite the strict closure of beauty salons nationwide, this powerful series demonstrates that some Afghan women still secretly seek cosmetic services. This remarkable achievement comes at a time when media outlets in Afghanistan face absolutely unprecedented restrictions.
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