LAHORE: Famous Pakistani film actor Shaan Shahid caused a stir on social media when he shared shirtless photos showing off his fitness at the age of 50.
The photos taken in the bathroom and shared on his social media account received mixed reactions.
While some fans applauded his dedication to staying fit, others criticized the actor for posting such images.
In response to the backlash, Shaan addressed the trolls with a strong statement, defending his choice and explaining his position.
In a post shared on Instagram, he said: “Men and women are created equal by Creator but given different gifts. Men have physical strength, while women have beauty, patience, gentleness, resilience and humility.
Shaan further explained that as a 50-year-old actor, transforming his appearance to get into character is part of his job. “I am grateful to God for having the strength to maintain my health and fitness,” he added.
The actor emphasized his intention to inspire people his age to focus on fitness and health. He also emphasized that men have the right to go shirtless and said: “If anyone wants to challenge this right, they can freely share their thoughts.”
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