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Iqra Aziz shares first photos of daughter Sophia

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Pakistani actor Iqra Aziz has delighted fans by revealing the face of her daughter, Sophia Hussain, for the first time through a heartwarming family photoshoot shared on social media.

The actress posted a series of adorable pictures featuring her son, Kabir Hussain, and daughter Sophia. The siblings were dressed in matching white outfits, creating a charming and elegant look that quickly captured the attention of fans online.

Iqra and her husband, actor and director Yasir Hussain, welcomed their daughter earlier this year. While announcing Sophia’s birth in January, the actress had shared the happy news with her followers but chose not to reveal the baby’s face at the time.

The newly shared photographs mark Sophia’s first public appearance on Iqra’s social media accounts. Fans flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages, praising the children’s adorable bond and calling Sophia a striking resemblance to her mother.

Known for her performances in several hit television dramas, Iqra Aziz has remained one of Pakistan’s most admired actors. Alongside her successful acting career, she often shares glimpses of her family life with fans, making her social media updates widely followed.

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