Abubakr Shak, the young actor who played the character of Nouman Ahmed in the hit drama series Khudsar, has become a viral sensation thanks to his distinct British accent. The series, which recently concluded its run on ARY Digital, featured a stellar cast including Humayoun Ashraf, Zubab Rana, Babar Ali, Arsalan Khan, and Sehar Afzal. Abubakr’s portrayal of Nouman, the son of Subhan Ahmed played by Babar Ali, has been widely discussed and debated among viewers. While many have praised his talent and the unique dimension his accent brought to the character, others have questioned the authenticity of his British inflexion.
In a recent interview with renowned journalist Haroon Rasheed, Abubakr addressed the criticism and claimed that his accent was fake. He revealed that he grew up in various parts of the UK, including Swansea, Cardiff, London, Glasgow, and Manchester, which is where he acquired his accent. Regarding the controversy surrounding his performance, Abubakr shared insights into his creative process. He explained that while he had reservations about certain dialogues that sparked criticism, he ultimately had to follow the script. He even expressed his concerns to the director but was unable to make changes.
“My first scene went viral in which I inquired about my stepmother, it wasn’t me who wanted to use those words like ‘My foot’, who uses such words? I just followed the script. I couldn’t change, although I wanted to do it. I even told the director about it,” Abubakr said.
The actor also addressed the criticism he faced for his accent, stating, “Even if I was pretending to be a fake Britisher, why is it bothering you so much?”
Abubakr’s British accent has certainly made an impact on viewers, with some trolling him for his perceived flaws in acting and dialogue delivery. One user wrote, “The son is good looking but I doubt he knows how to act. Very poor dialogue delivery,” while another questioned, “What weirdo have they casted? He doesn’t even know how to walk properly.” Some of the other comments about his accent were as follows:
However, Abubakr also has his fair share of supporters who have praised his performance and the authenticity of his accent. Fans have expressed their appreciation for finally seeing an actor who can convincingly portray a British character in Pakistani dramas.
As the debate surrounding Abubakr Shak’s accent continues, it’s clear that his performance in Khudsar has left a lasting impression on viewers. Whether you love it or hate it, his viral success is undeniable, and it will be interesting to see what the future holds for this talented young actor.
