Vera Sidika, a Kenyan socialite, polarised opinions on social media when she reintroduced her pre-BBL body in a series of Instagram posts.
Watch: Vera Sidika shows how she removed her BBL
Fans of the social media star were gob-smacked when, on Wednesday, Sidika opened up to her followers about the reverse butt implant procedure she recently undertook to return to her natural shape.
The decision, Sidika explained, was forced by life-threatening medical complications she encountered. Although she didn’t necessarily reveal the extent of the health scare, Sidika did describe her reverse plastic surgery as a second chance from God.
“I’m lucky to be alive, God loves me so much,” she wrote.
Sidika used her plight as a teachable moment for young women dealing with the daily pressures exerted on them by the ‘dolled’ influencers they idolise.
“Ladies, pls (sp) learn to love yourself & don’t ever let peer pressure rush u (sp) into things that will ruin you in future,” Sidika pleaded.
This was Sidika’s body before she underwent her surgery reversal:
Sidika released the first of two videos documenting the process she undertook to remove her butt implants. In the caption, the Kenyan star explained her heart condition was constantly monitored in preparation for the surgery.
“I didn’t focus much on this since my main concern was the actual surgery. Which I got my anesthesiologist to film,” she wrote.
Here is a raw and uncut look at Sidika’s journey to restoring her natural body:
Social media reacts to Sidika’s BBL removal
On social media, Sidika’s revelation received mixed reactions. For some, this was a meme-worthy moment perfect for sh*ts and giggles, while for others, it was a much-needed eye-opener.