Samina Peerzada and Sonya Hussyn may have just clashed onscreen as a mother and daughter-in-law in the drama Deemak, but offscreen, they are clearly on the same page when it comes to tackling a deeply personal and universal issue—body-shaming. Both actors recently spoke candidly about the subject during a local talk show appearance, offering strong, thoughtful messages against the judgment of physical appearances.
“We should not body-shame anyone,” Samina stated firmly. “No one should say anything about anyone’s looks. This is wrong. I don’t like this at all. And it has become far too prevalent on social media.” As a veteran of the industry, her words carried the weight of experience and insight, especially when she touched on the added scrutiny that comes with aging in the public eye.
“I especially dislike it when someone is a senior and they are told to just step back from it all,” she said, reflecting on a culture that often values youth over experience. “For a start, in acting, there is no such thing as ‘senior’ or ‘junior’ – you are given a character, and you just play it, whatever your age. No one has the right to tell you to stay home and imply you should give up just because you are older.”
Sonya Hussyn added her voice to the conversation, highlighting the broader issue of unsolicited opinions in general. “I think people have a habit of commenting on everything – not just on your body,” she said. “It is up to you how to take something positively or not. People will talk, and you need to know what to discard.” Her remarks suggested a practical approach to navigating social commentary—choosing what to internalize and what to let go.
Samina further emphasized the need to shift the focus from appearance to substance. “Instead of all this, you should count people’s achievements and how hard they have worked to get to where they are,” she urged, underscoring the value of merit over superficial judgments.
She also pointed to the double standards older women often face when they choose to take pride in their appearance. Highlighting fellow actor Bushra Ansari as a shining example, Samina said, “If someone looks after themselves and takes pride in how they look and are full of life, like Bushra – well, I admire her! I love her energy! She does so many amazing things with such confidence, without any hesitation!”
Together, Samina’s powerful reflections on age and dignity, paired with Sonya’s grounded perspective on criticism and resilience, offer a compelling message: that self-worth isn’t tied to appearance or age, and that confidence, hard work, and individuality deserve to be celebrated at every stage of life. Their united stance may serve as a much-needed reminder in a culture where beauty standards remain unreasonably narrow—and a nudge toward a kinder, more inclusive future.
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