Actor Huma Qureshi appeared in the recent episode of AajTak’s ‘Seedhi Baat’ and discussed the issue of religious polarisation in the film industry.
Huma said that she has never felt discriminated against because of she’s Muslim.
Huma said, ‘Aaj kal jab main yeh baatein sunti hoon toh lagta hain ki ye baatein ho kyun rahi hai? (I don’t understand where these things are coming from).’
The anchor clarified, ‘These discussions are happening because when Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visited America, the media asked him a single question, which was about the safety and protection of Muslims in India. Do you think this was the right question?’
To this, Huma said, ‘I never realised that I am Muslim and I am different. My father is running a restaurant, Saleem’s in Kailash Colony (in Delhi) for 50 years. In my personal experience, I have never felt it. People might have felt it. Having said that, I feel, questions should be asked and every government should answer.’
Huma Qureshi’s ‘Tarla’ was released on OTT platform Zee5 on July 7. The biopic showcases the indomitable spirit of homemaker turned chef, Tarla Dalal, and her journey of finding her purpose and doing something big in life.