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NDTV
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Pakistani Actor Claims, "Nobody Rents Javed Akhtar A House In India." He Quips, "Shabana Azmi And I Sleep On Streets"
New Delhi: Weeks after Pakistani actress Bushra Ansari criticised Javed Akhtar, the veteran lyricist and writer has responded to her remarks. What In a recent interview with Lallantop, Javed Akhtar addressed her comments, including the claim that he doesn't even get a house on rent in Mumbai. "There is this Pakistani actress, Bushra Ansari, she often talks about me. She once advised me to keep quiet. She said something like, 'Naseeruddin Shah stays quiet, you should too.' My question to her is: 'Who is she to tell me when to talk and when not to? Who gave you this right and why do you expect me to take your advise?" Akhtar said. He added, "We internally might have several problems (referring to India), but if an outsider comes to comment, I am an Indian. Why do they forget that? I won't keep quiet." When the interviewer mentioned Bushra Ansari's comment about him not getting a house on rent, Akhtar responded with sarcasm. "Yes right, Shabana and I have been sleeping on the streets lately. Kya yaar, ab kya bole?" he said, laughing. Background Javed Akhtar also recalled an old incident that may have led to such claims. He said, "About 25 years ago, Shabana wanted to buy a flat for investment purpose. But the broker said that the owner will not sell his house to a Muslim. But, do you know why he refused? He refused it because his parents stayed in Sindh from where these Pakistanis shooed them away. Anyone with a wound that big and deep, will react the way the owner reacted. If that day, Shabana was refused a flat, it was not because she was a Muslim, but it was because the owner was displacing his revenge someplace else for what his parents went through. So who is she (Bushra Ansari) to take a dig at this, and ask me to keep quiet? They must look into their own doings before commenting." The exchange stems from an earlier incident in April when news broke about the killing of 26 tourists in the Baisaran meadows of Pahalgam by a terrorist group. Reacting to the tragedy at the Gauravshaali Maharashtra Mahotsav, Akhtar said, "Yeh baat humein bhulni nahi chahiye, yeh mamooli baat nahi hai. (We shouldn't forget this)." Following his speech, Bushra Ansari criticised Akhtar on social media, saying, "Humare writer so-called, unko toh bahana hi chahiye tha. Actually, unko toh makaan kiraaye pe nahi milta tha Bombay mein (Our so called writer is even refused a flat in Mumbai)." She also added, "Chaloji chup karjaaye aap. Naseeruddin Shah bhi toh hai, who chup baithe hai na? Aur bhi toh chup baithe hai na? Jiske dil mein jo hai who rakkha rahe. (Please stay quiet just like Naseeruddin Shah. Others are also quiet, you too be quiet please)." In A Nutshell Javed Akhtar has responded to Pakistani actress Bushra Ansari's remarks advising him to stay silent and claiming he couldn't get a house on rent in Mumbai. Akhtar questioned her right to comment on him and explained an old incident about housing discrimination rooted in partition trauma.
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Are Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi sleeping on Mumbai's streets? Veteran lyricist reacts to Pakistani star Bushra Ansari's claims
Agencies Javed Akhtar's Sharp Response to Bushra Ansari's Remarks: A Clash Beyond Borders Several weeks after Pakistani artist Bushra Ansari criticized Indian lyricist and writer Javed Akhtar, the latter offered a firm and thought-provoking response. During a recent conversation with Lallantop, Javed Akhtar addressed Bushra's public statement where she ridiculed him, suggesting that no one in Mumbai would even rent him a home. In his reply, Akhtar questioned her authority to comment on when he should speak or remain silent, making it clear he would not be dictated by external voices. In the interview, Akhtar mentioned that Bushra Ansari had, on previous occasions, spoken about him and even advised him to stay quiet, comparing him to actor Naseeruddin Shah. Responding assertively, Akhtar emphasized that no outsider had the right to decide how or when he should express his opinions. He firmly rejected the notion of taking advice from someone who did not understand his perspective or circumstances. Akhtar also stressed a deeper national sentiment, noting that while India may have its own internal differences, he stood united with his country when confronted by outside commentary. He questioned why people like Ansari forget this crucial point. He reiterated that despite ideological differences within the country, he remains, at his core, an Indian—and will not be silenced by opinions from across the informed about Ansari's claim that he couldn't find a rental home in Mumbai, Akhtar responded with dry humor. He sarcastically said that he and his wife, actress Shabana Azmi, had apparently been living on the streets, highlighting the absurdity of the comment with went on to provide context for this claim. Recalling a 25-year-old incident, Akhtar explained how Shabana once tried to purchase a flat as an investment, but the seller refused to deal with a Muslim buyer. The seller's decision, however, was not rooted in religious bias but in personal trauma—his family had once lived in Sindh and were forced to flee during partition. The owner's deep emotional scars led him to displace his resentment in this way. Akhtar made it clear that such events shouldn't be exploited by others to make unwarranted controversy began when a terrorist group attacked and killed 26 tourists in the scenic Baisaran meadows of Pahalgam on April 22. In the wake of this tragedy, Javed Akhtar delivered a stirring speech at the Gauravshaali Maharashtra Mahotsav, urging people not to forget the gravity of the incident. In response, Bushra Ansari criticized him online, calling him a 'so-called writer' and mocking his housing situation in Mumbai, urging him to remain silent like other public Ansari is a celebrated figure in Pakistan's entertainment industry, known for her versatility as an actress, comedian, singer, and writer. She began her artistic journey in the 1960s as a child performer, gradually building a multifaceted career that spans decades in both Punjabi and Urdu-language media. Her contributions to television, stage, and music have earned her widespread acclaim and multiple accolades, most notably the prestigious Presidential Pride of Performance Award in 1989—one of the country's highest civilian honors in the arts. Her early rise to fame came in 1984 when she captivated audiences with her role as Jehan Ara Begum, a bold and outspoken housewife, in the iconic television drama Aangan Terha aired on Pakistan Television (PTV). The character's wit and commanding presence made a lasting impression and firmly established Ansari as a household name. Although her first formal dramatic role arrived later in 1997 with the TV series Rishtay Aur Raastay , Bushra had already become a regular face on television through a string of successful shows. Over the years, she graced many of PTV's most popular programs, including Show Time , Show Sha , Rang Tarang , and Emergency Ward . Her talent for comedy shone especially brightly in the sketch series Fifty Fifty , a classic satire show that remains one of Pakistan's most beloved TV productions. Known for her dynamic screen presence and ability to effortlessly shift between humor and drama, Bushra Ansari has played an influential role in shaping the landscape of South Asian entertainment.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Are Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi sleeping on Mumbai's streets? Veteran lyricist reacts to Pakistani star Bushra Ansari's claims
Who Is Bushra Ansari? Several weeks after Pakistani artist Bushra Ansari criticized Indian lyricist and writer Javed Akhtar, the latter offered a firm and thought-provoking response. During a recent conversation with Lallantop, Javed Akhtar addressed Bushra's public statement where she ridiculed him, suggesting that no one in Mumbai would even rent him a home. In his reply, Akhtar questioned her authority to comment on when he should speak or remain silent, making it clear he would not be dictated by external the interview, Akhtar mentioned that Bushra Ansari had, on previous occasions, spoken about him and even advised him to stay quiet, comparing him to actor Naseeruddin Shah. Responding assertively, Akhtar emphasized that no outsider had the right to decide how or when he should express his opinions. He firmly rejected the notion of taking advice from someone who did not understand his perspective or also stressed a deeper national sentiment, noting that while India may have its own internal differences, he stood united with his country when confronted by outside commentary. He questioned why people like Ansari forget this crucial point. He reiterated that despite ideological differences within the country, he remains, at his core, an Indian—and will not be silenced by opinions from across the informed about Ansari's claim that he couldn't find a rental home in Mumbai, Akhtar responded with dry humor. He sarcastically said that he and his wife, actress Shabana Azmi, had apparently been living on the streets, highlighting the absurdity of the comment with went on to provide context for this claim. Recalling a 25-year-old incident, Akhtar explained how Shabana once tried to purchase a flat as an investment, but the seller refused to deal with a Muslim buyer. The seller's decision, however, was not rooted in religious bias but in personal trauma—his family had once lived in Sindh and were forced to flee during partition. The owner's deep emotional scars led him to displace his resentment in this way. Akhtar made it clear that such events shouldn't be exploited by others to make unwarranted controversy began when a terrorist group attacked and killed 26 tourists in the scenic Baisaran meadows of Pahalgam on April 22. In the wake of this tragedy, Javed Akhtar delivered a stirring speech at the Gauravshaali Maharashtra Mahotsav , urging people not to forget the gravity of the incident. In response, Bushra Ansari criticized him online, calling him a 'so-called writer' and mocking his housing situation in Mumbai, urging him to remain silent like other public Ansari is a celebrated figure in Pakistan's entertainment industry, known for her versatility as an actress, comedian, singer, and writer. She began her artistic journey in the 1960s as a child performer, gradually building a multifaceted career that spans decades in both Punjabi and Urdu-language media. Her contributions to television, stage, and music have earned her widespread acclaim and multiple accolades, most notably the prestigious Presidential Pride of Performance Award in 1989—one of the country's highest civilian honors in the early rise to fame came in 1984 when she captivated audiences with her role as Jehan Ara Begum, a bold and outspoken housewife, in the iconic television drama Aangan Terha aired on Pakistan Television (PTV). The character's wit and commanding presence made a lasting impression and firmly established Ansari as a household her first formal dramatic role arrived later in 1997 with the TV series Rishtay Aur Raastay, Bushra had already become a regular face on television through a string of successful shows. Over the years, she graced many of PTV's most popular programs, including Show Time, Show Sha, Rang Tarang, and Emergency Ward. Her talent for comedy shone especially brightly in the sketch series Fifty Fifty, a classic satire show that remains one of Pakistan's most beloved TV for her dynamic screen presence and ability to effortlessly shift between humor and drama, Bushra Ansari has played an influential role in shaping the landscape of South Asian entertainment.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Javed Akhtar HITS Back At Bushra Ansari Over 'No One Rents Him A Flat' Remark
Last Updated: Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar responded sharply to Pakistani actress Bushra Ansari's claim that 'no one rents him a flat in Mumbai.' Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar has broken his silence on Pakistani actress Bushra Ansari's recent comments targeting him. Weeks after Ansari mocked him in a social media post—alleging that he 'can't even get a house on rent in Mumbai" and advising him to 'stay quiet like Naseeruddin Shah"—Akhtar offered a calm but firm rebuttal during a candid conversation with Lallantop. 'There is this Pakistani actress, Bushra Ansari, she often talks about me," Akhtar said. 'She once advised me to keep quiet. She said something like, 'Naseeruddin Shah stays quiet, you should too.' My question to her is: 'Who is she to tell me when to talk and when not to? Who gave you this right and why do you expect me to take your advice?'" Akhtar continued by asserting his position as an Indian first. 'We internally might have several problems," he acknowledged, 'but if an outsider comes to comment, I am an Indian. Why do they forget that? I won't keep quiet." When the interviewer brought up Ansari's claim that he doesn't get a house on rent in Mumbai, Akhtar responded with biting sarcasm: 'Yes right, Shabana and I have been sleeping on the streets lately. Kya yaar, ab kya bole?" he quipped, chuckling at the absurdity. Akhtar then elaborated on the long-standing anecdote that may have sparked Ansari's remark. 'About 25 years ago, Shabana wanted to buy a flat for investment," he recounted. 'But the broker said that the owner would not sell to a Muslim. The reason? His parents were driven out of Sindh during the Partition. That wound runs deep. So if he refused, it wasn't because she was Muslim—it was his displaced anger. So who is she (Bushra Ansari) to twist that context and take a dig? They should reflect on their own history before pointing fingers." Bushra Ansari had earlier reacted to Akhtar's speech at the Gauravshaali Maharashtra Mahotsav, where he condemned the brutal killing of 26 tourists by a terrorist group in Pahalgam's Baisaran meadows. 'Yeh baat humein bhulni nahi chahiye, yeh mamooli baat nahi hai," Akhtar had said at the event. Ansari, reacting sharply to his comments, said, 'Unko toh bahana hi chahiye tha… Actually, unko toh makaan kiraaye pe nahi milta tha Bombay mein." She added, 'Chaloji chup kar jaaye aap. Naseeruddin Shah bhi toh hai, woh chup baithe hain na? Aur bhi toh chup baithe hain. Jiske dil mein jo hai, woh rakh rahe." First Published:
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Javed Akhtar's retort to Pakistani actor Bushra Ansari's claim he can't rent home: ‘Me and Shabana sleep on footpath'
Lyricist Javed Akhtar had a retort to Pakistani actor Bushra Ansari's claim that he can't even rent a house in Mumbai. In an interview with Lallantop, he was told about how Bushra opined that he should 'stay quiet like Naseeruddin Shah' after he spoke out against the Pahalgam attacks. Here's what he said. (Also Read: 'Narak jaana pasand karuga': Javed Akhtar on what he would choose 'between Pakistan and hell') Javed was asked about Bushra, and he replied, 'There's this famous Pakistani TV actor, Bushra Ansari, who once asked angrily why I won't stay quiet. She said I should be quiet like Naseeruddin Shah. But who is she to suggest that to me? I might have 25 problems, but I am an Indian when it comes to her.' When told about her statement that he can't even rent a house in Mumbai, Javed joked, 'Yeah, me and Shabana sleep on the footpath these days,' and added, 'See, it is true that Shabana wanted to buy a flat around 25 years ago but they refused saying she's a Muslim. These were people whose parents hailed from Sindh. They were driven out during the partition. The wounds run deep, and that bitterness was taken out on us. But who is responsible for that? We got so much love here, she needs to look at her own country's history.' Bushra had reacted to Javed's speech at the Gauravshaali Maharashtra Mahotsav, where he condemned the killing of 26 tourists by terrorists in Pahalgam's meadows. She reportedly stated on social media that he needs to stay quiet on the issue, like Naseeruddin. On 22 April, terrorists attacked the Baisaran meadow near the Pahalgam town of Anantnag district, and gunned down 26 civilians, mostly tourists. Several others were injured as well. Lashkar-e-Taiba offshoot, The Resistance Front, claimed responsibility for the attack. India has accused Pakistan of cross-border terrorism; however, Pakistan has denied the charges. In retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, Indian armed forces carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, including Bahawalpur, which is a stronghold of the Jaish-e-Mohammad terror outfit.
