NASEERUDDIN SHAH ON MUSLIMS
Easy to oppose Modi but Muslims should be worried about education instead of Hijab, length of Sania Mirza's skirt: Naseeruddin Shah
Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah, in an interview with The Wire, expressed concerns that Muslims are focusing on issues like the Hijab and Sania Mirza’s skirt length instead of prioritizing education and modern ideas. He emphasized that problems in India existed before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tenure and criticized Modi's perceived invincibility and leadership. Shah described Modi’s prolonged leadership as "depressing, but not surprising," attributing it to deep-rooted animosity towards Muslims.
Kolkata South: TMC looks to extend dominance in its electoral stronghold
Mamata Banerjee initially held this seat for 33 years, and after she stepped down in 2011 to contest as an MLA and subsequently became the Chief Minister, her party colleagues have continued to maintain dominance in this constituency.
Vivek Agnihotri & Anil Sharma hit back at Naseeruddin Shah for slamming ‘Gadar 2’ & ‘The Kashmir Files’, directors say actor is ‘frustrated’
Both ‘The Kashmir Files’ as well as ‘Gadar 2’ were humongous hits at the box-office. Both the movies received huge flak for overdosing on nationalism and demonising the Muslim community.
Naseeruddin Shah feels it's normal for Hindi film industry to stay mum on important issues
Actor Naseeruddin Shah has criticised the Hindi film industry for its reluctance to tackle important subjects, questioning whether anyone will make a film about the protesting wrestlers in Delhi. He claimed that the industry avoids important issues and is scared of the repercussions of speaking out.
Hollywood dreams: Can 'South Asian' tag work better for 'Pakistani' actors?
It seems that it is as a 'South Asian' that Fawad Khan will finally make our hearts flutter. Could this ultimately be the identity that will allow many talented - and, yes, in Fawad's case also gorgeous - subcontinental actors, filmmakers, musicians to break out of their constrictive 'Indian' or 'Pakistani' mould for the world to feast upon?
Civil society group questions PM's 'silence' over Haridwar Dharam Sansad event
"The PM's silence speaks volumes, is nothing short of a mockery of Indian democracy, a violation of the Indian Constitution which the PM has sworn to uphold during his swearing in.... His 'maun' (silence) is inexcusable," the statement said.
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Naseeruddin Shah calls out Indian Muslims celebrating Taliban's return in Afghanistan
"Even as the Taliban's return to power in Afghanistan is a cause for concern for the whole world, celebrations of the barbarians in some sections of the Indian Muslims is no less dangerous. Every Indian Muslim should ask themselves if they want reform and modernity in Islam or the barbarian values of the past few centuries," Shah said in the video.
Rahul Gandhi has all qualities to make an excellent PM: Shashi Tharoor
It will be a "collective decision" and, as is usually the case, this is only likely to be discussed after the election results, Tharoor said.
Pakistan PM Imran Khan should learn from India: AIMIM leader Asauddin Owaisi
In a tweet on Sunday, Owaisi said Khan should instead take a lesson from India's inclusive politics and minority right.
Aligarh's answer to minority tag is nanotech, solar research
Aligarh, May 7 (IANS) The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), a nearly 100-year-old institution born out of the independence movement and the quest to modernise Muslim education, has often been a victim of minority politics that attracted negative media attention. But what is little known is the kind of path-breaking research the institution is doing in the areas of nanotechnology and solar energy.
'And Then One Day': Bollywood 'renegade' Naseeruddin Shah talks about his autobiography
Shah easily attracted the label of a rebel. He insisted on quality and professionalism and suffered several mediocre projects in the early part of his career to remain relevant.
Girish Karnad slams Naipaul for his views on Muslims
V S Naipaul has come in for stinging criticism from noted Girish Karnad for his views on Muslims in India, with the latter saying the Nobel laureate has no idea of the community's contribution to the country's history.
Zafar Hai and Tabrez Noorani acquire rights to Shrabani Basu's 'Spy Princess: The Life of Noor Inayat Khan'
Zafar Hai and Tabrez Noorani announced today that they have acquired the film rights to the book “Spy Princess: The Life of Noor Inayat Khan” by Shrabani Basu.
Former Major says SpiceJet staff insulted him; airline rebuts
A former Major-rank officer has alleged that he was discriminated against and harassed by the staff of SpiceJet because of his being a Muslim.
Jagmohan Mundra's 'Shoot On Sight' banned in Pakistan
Jagmohan Mundra's next film "Shoot On Sight", set for release in Indian theatres on October 17, has been banned in Pakistan.
Mumbai Meri Jaan: Movie Review
Mumbai Meri Jaan is sensitively scripted, deftly directed, has relatable characters and is embellished with superlative performances.
Indian director postpones release of film on 7/7 after outrage
The release of noted Indian director Jagmohan Mundhra's film on July seven London bombings has been postponed after victims' families expressed outrage at plans to showcase it on the tragedy's third anniversary.
Film on Sonia Gandhi to roll in 2009: Mundhra
Congress President Sonia Gandhi has given a nod to a proposed film on her life which is scheduled to roll in 2009.
India's independent filmmakers aim big in Cannes
Away from the glitz and glamour of big money and superstars, some of India's independent filmmakers are making quiet but well planned moves to hardsell their movies on the sidelines of the prestigious 61st Cannes Film Festival.
Pakistani film Khuda Kay Liye released in India
'Khuda Kay Liye', became the first ever movie from Pakistan to be released in the country as it hit the screens here on Friday.
India to show first Pakistan-made film in 43 years
A Pakistan box-office hit will on Friday become the first film in more than four decades to be released in theatres across rival India, its director told media.
Khuda Kay Liye: Movie Review
Cinematically, we have often realized the potential of Pakistan in poetry but ridiculed it for prose. Khuda Kay Liye changes the latter notion.
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