KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 1 — Johor princess Tunku Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah has closed her Instagram and other social media accounts after receiving criticism for not wearing a headscarf.
Local daily The Star reported today Tunku Aminah as saying that she made the decision to quit all social media after getting advice from her parents who were worried about her well-being and safety.
“At first, I posted pictures of my cats, but then, people started leaving nasty comments about not wearing a tudung that hurt me,” Tunku Aminah was quoted telling reporters in Johor Bharu.
“I realised that being in the limelight is not for me and I am really happy after closing my Instagram account early this month. I am now quite content within my own little bubble,” she added.
Johor prince Tunku Idris ibni Sultan Ibrahim reportedly defended his sister’s dressing last Saturday.
The Star reported that he had posted on Instagram a photo of Tunku Aminah wearing a baju kurung with her hair in a bun, saying: “When I see comments about my sister not wearing a tudung, it does tick me off”.
Other Malay-Muslim women have received brickbats on social media for not covering their hair or for wearing clothes deemed improper, including medal-winning gymnast Farah Ann Abdul Hadi and recently, Bank Negara scholarship winner Hajar Nur Asyiqin Abdul Zubir.
