Javed akhtar slams trolls about the name 'jihadi': 'Would go to hell rather than Pakistan' | Today news

The reaction of Javed Akhtar comes at the time when the tension in India-Pakistan is at a peak after Pahalgam terror attack. The screenwriter and lyricist Javed Akhtar addresses the event at the unveiling of Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut’s book entitled ‘Narkatla Swarga’, Saturday in Ravinda Natya Mandir in Mumbai in Mumbai. SHIV SENA (UBT) Head UDDHAV Thackeray and NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar are also present. (Ani Photo) (Nitin Lawate) veteran lyrics and screenwriter Javed Akhtar responded to criticism of his outspoken views, and he hit Trolls by a report from Trolls that called him a ‘jihadi’. Javed Akhtar addressed the crowd during the launch of the latest book Narkatla Swarg of Shiv Sena (UBT), Javed Akhtar, said he would rather choose hell than go to Pakistan. “People from both sides abuse me. One calls me a Caafir (unbeliever) and says that I will go to hell. The others call me a jihadi and ask me to go to Pakistan. So, if I just have a choice to go to hell or to Pakistan, I’d rather go to hell, ‘New18 quoted that Javed Akhtar said. Akhtar’s reaction comes at the time when the tension of India-Pakistan is at a peak after the Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 died. In retaliation, India has launched Operation Sindoor, which occupied strikes at terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan Kashmir (POK). Criticism from both sides: He even made it clear that the criticism he receives is not one -sided. “People from both sides abuse me. It is not one -sided. I would be very ungrateful if I do not admit that there are people who also appreciate me. Many people support me, praise me and encourage me, ‘he said. Abuse of extremists: The well -known screenwriter noted that abuse of extremists and trolls has become a constant part of his life. “But it is also true that the extremists of this side abuse me, as does the extremists from the other side. This is the reality. If even one of them stops abusing me, I would call it a deviation and think I should have made a mistake, ‘he said. Akhtar is often known for his daring comments on religion, politics and society. In addition to his work as a lyricist and screenwriter, he served a term of six years in the Rajya Sabha as presidential nominee from 2010 to 2016. About Narcatla Swarg: Narcatla Swarg is a book written by Sanjay Raut on his journey through political upheavals and personal experiences. His books provide insights into the contemporary political landscape of Maharashtra. The launch was attended by several prominent leaders, including Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar. . Keep track of the latest news about trend, India, world and United States. Get news and key updates here on Mint! Business Newsnewsjaved akhtar Slams trolls about the name ‘Jihadi’: ‘Would go to hell rather than Pakistan’ more