Adaa Khan says that the use of filters on social media has gone way beyond what it intended to be in the first place. The actress says that it’s not such a healthy practice, especially for youngsters.
“What was once a humorous feature on apps has evolved into a possible risk, especially for youngsters, leading many to believe that they need to alter their appearance to fit in. Everyone is judging themselves against their own filtered selfies. I don't want anyone to grow up thinking they are not good enough because of what they see on social media. Sometimes they can even make us feel beautiful and presentable. However, individuals must be aware of the limits to which they should apply these filters. I believe technology has advanced to the point where we are talking about fake social media accounts that are made up. So, I have no issue posting a picture with or without a filter,” she says.
She adds that everyone knows that celebrities use filters, in fact everyone does, and so she doesn’t feel that she is setting a wrong example. “They are widespread and widely used, everyone is well aware that we use filters. Although social media filters can be amusing, we should be conscious of any potential harm they may do to our mental health and general wellbeing,” she says.
She adds, “It's okay to use it occasionally, and we shouldn't react to it or judge. I have never thought of giving up using filters. I don’t over use it. Everyone has the freedom to decide what they post on Instagram. By no means, am I suggesting that we begin to shame people who use filters. Instead, we should merely be more conscious of this situation and watch out so that we don't compare ourselves to what we watch. So, the next time, you see someone perfect, take a moment to question whether what you are seeing is genuine.”
