Humayun Saeed Dismisses ‘Too Old to Be Hero’ Criticism

Men in their fifties shouldn’t feel like they’re past their prime — and Humayun Saeed proves that. In his latest film Love Guru, the A-list actor shows that older men can still play romantic leads, especially when they’ve held that title for decades. Age doesn’t bother Humayun, nor do the critics who say he’s too old to be a hero.

“I’ve been a hero for a long time, and I’ve been around for a long time,” Humayun said during an appearance on Vasay Chaudhry’s talk show. The two discussed Love Guru, which Chaudhry also wrote.

Humayun defended his role as the leading man despite the presence of younger actors. “My films also include Fahad Mustafa and Hamza Ali Abbasi,” he said, showing confidence. He explained that years in showbiz have thickened his skin. “Let people target me if they want to,” he added.

When Chaudhry praised his dancing, Humayun laughed and replied, “Did that look like dancing to you?”

While Humayun stays unfazed by age-related comments, he admitted that promoting the film was more exhausting than making it. “Promotions are harder than filming. It looks fun, but it’s hard work,” he confessed. “We had to travel a lot, and I changed outfits two or three times a day. It was tiring. Earlier, I’d stick to one outfit all day, but now, when Mahira [Khan] changes, I have to match her!”

Despite the challenges, Humayun shared a joyful moment from filming. “Ahmad Ali Butt kept the set full of laughter,” he said. “He’s talented, but more than that, he keeps me entertained — that’s why I keep working with him!”

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