RAWALPINDI – A video of a 60-year-old Hakeem Babar, tying the knot with a younger bride has gone viral on social media, sparking mixed reactions from users.
The video, which has been shared widely on X (formerly Twitter), features the newlywed couple celebrating their marriage while being surrounded by smiling family members.
The post’s caption reads, “Rawalpindi’s 60-year-old Hakeem Babar has married a young girl.”
In the video, Hakeem Babar is seen defending his decision by emphasizing the importance of sincerity in intentions and the legal and Islamic validity of the marriage. “We are both very happy,” he states, addressing viewers.
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— Fayyaz Shah (@RebelByThought) February 23, 2026
While the couple appears joyful, some social media users have shared their opinions on the matter.
A common theme in the comments is a call for making marriage easier, with one user remarking, “Instead of normalizing illegal relationships, let’s make legal marriages more accessible.”
Many users have supported the couple, with one commenting: “Respect legal relationships—just because you can’t find a match doesn’t mean Hakim Babar is to blame”.
Another user responded with a more supportive message, saying: “There’s nothing wrong—have courage, he’s exercising his right to marry”.
While the couple appears happy, the discussion surrounding the marriage reflects differing opinions, with some users emphasizing the importance of respecting legal unions and others questioning societal judgments about age and relationships.
The video has also attracted well-wishes and prayers from many, congratulating the couple on their new journey.
Despite the mixed reactions, the couple’s happiness is clear, and Hakim Babar’s stance on the legal and religious aspects of their union continues to be a central point of discussion online.
