In a recent candid video, veteran artists Bushra Ansari and Iqbal Hussain opened up about their second marriage to each other, shedding light on societal perceptions and personal fulfillment. Their conversation delved into profound nuances that resonate with many.
Looking rather radiant, Bushra Ansari addressed the age gap criticism prevalent in society. She expressed how many people ask “what is the need to marry late in life”, to which she remarked – the timing of their union was not about necessity but rather a mental need for satisfaction. This statement challenges the conventional narrative that often questions the choices of individuals who marry later in life and how!
Contrastingly, Iqbal Hussain rightfully highlighted the double standard that exists regarding age gaps in relationships. He pointed out the society tends to applaud men for marrying significantly younger women, while condemning similar age disparities when its the women’s choice to do the same.
A particularly poignant moment in their discussion was when Bushra Ansari brought attention to the differing expectations placed on single mothers versus single fathers. She highlighted that there are many instances of children eager to get their single fathers re-married but not with their single mothers. She questioned the societal perception “Do mothers not have hearts?”
Their conversation serves as an eye-opening revelation, tackling a topic that is often overlooked and often dismissed. Many people also commented how there was no need to justify their marriage. However, by bringing these issues to the forefront with grace and eloquence, Bushra Ansari and Iqbal Hussain have initiated a conversation that prompts introspection and challenges societal norms concerning love, marriage, age as well as embedded societal discrimination against women. We are so glad they did.
