A 60-year-old local man has found himself at the center of an intense social media debate after videos of his marriage to a young woman went viral, triggering widespread reactions ranging from criticism to support.
For the past three days, the wedding of the Rawalpindi resident has remained among top trends online. Initial responses included harsh remarks, with some users questioning the age gap and others accusing the bride of making a decision influenced by financial considerations.
However, in a recent video statement, the elderly man described the marriage as a “love marriage,” explaining that affection developed first, followed by a formal nikah. He said the union combined elements of both love and arranged marriage, adding that the marriage was conducted according to Islamic principles.
He stated that age should not be the deciding factor in matters of the heart and argued that since both individuals were willing and legally married, there was nothing inappropriate in their decision. He also said that he had not engaged in any unlawful relationship prior to marriage and questioned the basis of negative comments directed at him.
His wife echoed similar sentiments, saying that when love is genuine, age becomes irrelevant and that marriage should not be delayed once compatibility is established.
Following their explanations, a section of social media users shifted their stance, praising the couple for opting for marriage instead of any unlawful relationship and calling for the promotion of simple and accessible marriages in society.
However, renewed criticism emerged after additional videos featuring the couple circulated online. Some users accused the man of posting what they described as inappropriate content for his age, while others questioned the nature of the videos being shared.
Comments on social media reflected a split opinion, with supporters defending the marriage as lawful and critics expressing disapproval of the online content accompanying it.
The episode continues to generate discussion across digital platforms, highlighting ongoing debates in society about age differences in marriage, public conduct, and the boundaries of social media expression.
