Veteran Pakistani actress Atiqa Odho has recently expressed her concerns regarding the ongoing trend of casting actor Humayun Saeed opposite actresses significantly younger than him. Her remarks come amid ongoing debates about Saeed’s age and his continued leading roles in the entertainment industry.
During a recent appearance on a private TV programme, where Atiqa serves as a co-host, she discussed the casting of Humayun Saeed and Yamna Zaidi in the drama series Gentleman. Atiqa highlighted the stark age difference between the two actors, questioning the industry’s decision to pair them as hero and heroine despite this apparent disparity.
Reflecting on her own experience, Atiqa reminisced about the time when Humayun was cast opposite her in various dramas. She acknowledged that while Humayun has maintained his physique and charismatic personality, his age is undeniably advancing. Atiqa expressed her unease at seeing him now cast opposite actresses who are half his age, suggesting that the industry might need to reconsider such casting choices.
Her comments have added fuel to the ongoing conversation that was sparked by actor Firdous Jamal’s controversial remarks about Humayun, which had already elicited mixed reactions from fans and industry insiders alike. As the debate continues, Atiqa’s perspective brings attention to the broader issue of age representation and casting practices within the Pakistani entertainment industry.
