In a recent appearance on chat show Gup Shab, veteran actor Mehmood Aslam shared his candid views on love and relationships. He stated that a person can fall in love multiple times and admitted to experiencing this himself. The actor elaborated, "In your youth, when you're fifteen or sixteen, you basically just have crushes. You're not in love."
Aslam said he personally does not believe in the concept of "ishq" as an all-consuming force. He said, "It's not love, it's attachment." The proof of this theory, according to him, is that, "You stay six months away from someone - even children or siblings - and the attachment begins to wane. The more you spend time with someone, the more attached you feel to them."
The Bulbulay actor also made a surprising revelation about his personal life. He disclosed, "I married twice and both times for love." Unlike many in the industry who shy away from discussing their personal lives, Aslam openly shared that both his marriages were love marriages. His second wife, actor Amber Nosheen, is a well-known figure in the industry, and the couple shares two daughters.
Aslam has openly discussed the challenges faced by the Pakistani entertainment industry. In an interview last year, he highlighted that the limited number of writers, actors, and directors, coupled with time constraints, adversely affects the quality of TV dramas. He noted that there are only about ten to twelve TV stars who are under significant pressure, often moving from one set to another without adequate time to dedicate to their roles. Aslam also reflected on the past when writers had more time to craft scripts, contrasting it with the current frenetic pace of production.
Beyond his acting career, Aslam has been vocal about his concerns for Pakistan's future. In an emotional interview with Adnan Faisal last year, he expressed disappointment over the country's current trajectory, "We go around beating drums that Pakistan is this or that. But if you look at the country's position right now, what are we rejoicing at? Look at your passport. Wherever you go in the world, they push you to the back and treat you horribly." He recalled a time when the nation commanded greater admiration, highlighting the stark contrast with today's reality. Despite having the means to relocate, Aslam has chosen to remain in Pakistan, emphasising that, "This is my country, my land. [This is] where my roots are."
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