Lucky Ali reacts strongly to Javed Akhtar’s viral ‘don’t be like Muslims’ comment : Bollywood News
Lyricist and writer Javed Akhtar recently found himself at the center of a social media storm after a video clip of one of his interactions started circulating online. The footage, which shows Akhtar speaking about a scene from the iconic film Sholayhas sparked strong reactions across all platforms – and now, singer-songwriter Lucky Ali has added fuel to the debate by strongly responding to Akhtar’s comments.
Lucky Ali reacts strongly to Javed Akhtar’s viral comment ‘Don’t be like Muslims’
In the viral clip, Akhtar can be seen recalling a moment from Sholay where Hema Malini’s character Basanti talks to Lord Shiva. Reflecting on changing times, the veteran writer wondered whether such a scene could be written today, given how sensitive religious sentiments have become. While elaborating on the subject during his speech, Akhtar reportedly said, “I was in Poona (Pune) with Raju Hirani (Rajkumar Hirani) in front of a large audience where I told them, ‘Don’t become like Muslims. Make them like yourself. You become like Muslims.'”
The remark immediately sparked backlash online, with many users accusing Akhtar of hurting religious sentiments. Among those who reacted was popular musician Lucky Ali, who expressed his displeasure on X (formerly Twitter). His post read, “Don’t become like Javed Akhtar, never original and ugly as shit.”
Ali’s blunt statement quickly went viral, sparking mixed reactions. While some social media users praised the singer for speaking his mind, others felt his tone was unnecessarily harsh. The exchange has since evolved into a broader online discussion about tolerance, freedom of expression and mutual respect between public figures.
Responding to the wave of criticism following the resurfaced video, Javed Akhtar said he remained unfazed by the uproar. The veteran writer pointed out that he had often faced backlash for his views, adding that he had enjoyed police protection in the past and had been insulted for years due to his outspoken views.
As reactions continue to pour in, Lucky Ali and Javed Akhtar have become trending topics on social media platforms. The incident has once again highlighted how public commentary on religion remains a highly sensitive topic in the Indian cultural landscape.
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