US EditionJaved Akhtar Slams Trolls on Being Called ‘Jihadi’: ‘Would Rather Go to Hell than Pakistan’
- Javed Akhtar criticized trolls calling him 'jihadi' during the launch of Sanjay Raut's book in Mumbai amid rising India-Pakistan tensions following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.
- The Pahalgam attack killed 26 mostly tourist civilians and led Akhtar to urge the Indian government to take strong action against Pakistan, which is allegedly linked to the violence.
- Akhtar, a veteran poet, lyricist, and screenwriter, condemned Pakistan Army chief Gen Asim Munir’s speech and said he would choose hell over Pakistan when confronted with such criticism.
- He expressed that given the option, he would rather face hell than live in Pakistan, highlighting that he regularly endures criticism from extremists on both sides, though he also receives support and encouragement from some followers.
- Akhtar’s remarks highlight the polarized public discourse amid heightened border conflict and suggest continued societal divisions over India-Pakistan relations.
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'Narak jaana pasand karunga': Javed Akhtar on choosing between Pakistan and hell
Javed Akhtar, renowned screenwriter and lyricist, who was speaking at Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut's book launch on Saturday night in Mumbai, said that if there comes a time he has to choose between Pakistan and hell, he would prefer to go to hell. Akhtar, 80, said extremists from both India and Pakistan shower abuses on him on a daily basis. "Someday, I'll show you my Twitter (now X) and WhatsApp. I am abused by both sides. I'm not thankl…
Javed Akhtar’s remark triggers backlash in Pakistan
Renowned Pakistani figures, including politician Sharmila Faruqui and actress Zhalay Sarhadi, have strongly reacted to Indian poet and writer Javed Akhtar’s recent anti-Pakistan statement, calling it hateful and irresponsible. Known for his controversial and provocative remarks, Javed Akhtar recently sparked outrage in Pakistan after a video went viral on social media. During a book launch event, Akhtar said, “I am criticized from both sides. On…
If the choice is between Pakistan and hell, I would prefer hell: Javed Akhtar - OrissaPOST
New Delhi: Noted lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar, who is often targeted for his views on patriotism and religion, says that if there comes a time he has to choose between Pakistan and hell, he would prefer to go to hell. Akhtar, 80, was speaking at Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut’s book launch Saturday night in Mumbai. At the event, the lyricist — who identifies himself as an atheist — said extremists from both India and Pakistan showe…
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