Actor Humayun Saeed recently appeared on the Gup Shab show with Vasay Chaudhry, alongside fellow actor Mahira Khan, where he addressed the frequent criticism he receives for continuing to play lead roles in films, even after all these years.

 

When the host asked, “Do you cast actors in a way that no one can outshine you?” Humayun smiled, stating, “I’ve always cast the best talent, like Fahad Mustafa and Hamza Ali Abbasi. But maybe people still criticise me because I’ve been playing the hero for years, and I’m still doing it."

 

He added, "Let them talk, I honestly don’t mind.”

 

An audience member asked, “Why is Ahmed Ali Butt in every one of your films? Is it because you consider him your lucky charm?” Humayun replied, laughing, “Yes,” and added, “Ahmed Ali Butt is the funniest actor in the industry. I work with him because he genuinely cracks me up.”

 

Addressing the perception that Pakistani films are mere copies of Bollywood, Humayun clarified, “Most people assume our films are inspired by Bollywood, but that’s not true at all. Their opinion usually changes once they actually watch the film.”

 

When asked about his preferred collaborators, he said, “If it’s a comedy, I’d go with Vasay Chaudhry. But if it’s serious, or roony wala, my top choice is Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar.”

 

Humayun Saeed’s latest film, Love Guru, was released a day before Eid-ul-Adha. It’s a romantic comedy in which he stars alongside Mahira Khan. In the movie, he plays a charming lover, and audiences are praising the film for its humour, romance, and the on-screen chemistry between the two stars.

 

The movie is directed by Nadeem Baig and was produced on a budget of Rs 25 crore. Several actresses have also made guest appearances in the film.