Shabana & I sleep on streets’ jokes Javed on Pak actress’ ‘They don’t get flat on rent’ remark
The ongoing debate between Bollywood and Pakistani celebrities has taken a new turn with Lyricist Javed Akhtar responding to Pakistani actress Bushra Ansari’s comments. Ansari had said that Javed Akhtar should “stay quiet like Naseeruddin Shah” and that he “can’t even get a house on rent in Mumbai”. However, Akhtar has hit back at the actress, saying that she has no right to decide when he should speak.
In an interview with The Lallantop, Akhtar said, “Who’s she to decide when I should speak? I am a public figure, I have a right to express my opinion. And by the way, of course! Shabana and I are sleeping on the streets these days.” Akhtar’s response was met with amusement, as his comment was clearly meant to be a tongue-in-cheek joke.
Ansari’s original comment was made in response to Akhtar’s criticism of the Indian film industry’s lack of originality. Akhtar had said that the industry was focused on remaking foreign films and that there was a lack of creative thinking. Ansari’s response was seen as a personal attack on Akhtar, with many Indian fans taking to social media to defend the lyricist.
However, Akhtar’s response has shown that he is not one to back down from a challenge. By joking about sleeping on the streets, he has turned the tables on Ansari and shown that he is not afraid to take a dig at himself. This kind of humor is often seen as a hallmark of the Indian film industry, where actors and filmmakers often use humor to diffuse tension and show their lighter side.
Akhtar’s comment has also sparked a wider debate about the role of celebrities in society. Should they be allowed to express their opinions, or should they stick to their work? This is a question that has been debated in India and Pakistan for years, with many arguing that celebrities have a responsibility to use their platform to speak out on important issues.
However, it is also important to recognize that celebrities are human beings, with their own opinions and perspectives. They should be free to express themselves, even if their opinions are unpopular or controversial. After all, as Akhtar himself said, “I am a public figure, I have a right to express my opinion.”
In conclusion, Javed Akhtar’s response to Bushra Ansari’s comments has shown that he is a man who is not afraid to speak his mind. His joke about sleeping on the streets with Shabana has turned the tables on Ansari and has shown that he is willing to take a dig at himself. This kind of humor is often seen as a hallmark of the Indian film industry, and it is something that should be encouraged.
