“I have been receiving hate for all my films ever since I started. I remember when I did my first film, I was age-shamed. I played a college boy in Inteha, and I was actually in college at that time, but I still received criticism for my age. I read an article about the film Inteha’s release, which stated that Humayun Saeed appears too old for his character. Also, I never looked like a young boy, even when I was one. I always looked like a man.”
This is what Humayun Saeed shared in his recent interview on Star & Style, hosted by Asim Yar Timwana. Despite being one of the most successful actors and producers in Pakistan, Humayun revealed that he’s had to deal with constant criticism throughout his career, from his looks to the roles he played.
Humayun Saeed is known for his powerful screen presence in dramas like Mere Paas Tum Ho, Dil Lagi, and films like Punjab Nahi Jaungi. He has also produced several hit projects under his production house, Six Sigma Plus. His latest film, Love Guru, recently crossed 77 crore rupees at the box office, proving his star power once again. Still, Humayun says the hate never really stopped.
This kind of public criticism is not new for actors, but social media has made it more frequent and louder. A 2023 report by Digital Rights Foundation found that around 45% of Pakistani public figures experience regular online hate or trolling. Unfortunately, people often judge celebrities based on appearance, age, or even personal life choices, without thinking about the emotional impact.
Humayun’s experience also shows how early hate can affect someone’s confidence. Even though he was actually a college student when he played that role in Inteha, people doubted his casting simply because of how he looked. He admits that he never really looked like a young boy, and that became a reason for people to criticize him even when he was doing the role honestly.
In the end, Humayun’s story is not just about dealing with hate; it’s about staying true to yourself when the world is quick to judge. It’s a reminder that behind every successful face is a long journey of patience, self-belief, and the strength to keep going despite the noise.
