Javed Akhtar’s 26/11 comments: Here's what Pakistani singer Ali Zafar said about lyricist’s comments

Pakistani singer Ali Zafar took to social media to condemn lyricist Javed Akhtar’s comment about the 26/11 terror attacks he made at an event in Lahore. The singer, who has worked in Bollywood films like ‘Mere Brother Ki Dulhan’ and ‘Dear Zindagi’, called the remark ‘insensitive’ and ‘uncalled for’. He also clarified that while he performed for Mr Akhtar when he was in the country, it wasn’t on the same day as the incident.

‘I am a proud Pakistani and naturally no Pakistani would appreciate any statement against its country or people specially at an event meant to bring hearts closer than further. We all know how much Pakistan has suffered and continues to suffer at the hands of terrorism and such insensitive and uncalled-for remarks can deeply hurt the sentiments of so many people,’ he said.

The singer further requested his followers to verify facts before reaching any conclusion or judgment. He said, ‘Guys, I love you all and truly value your praise and criticism equally. But I always request one thing-verify facts before reaching any conclusion or judgment. I was not present at the Faiz Mela nor aware of what was said until the next day when I saw it on social media.’

For the unversed, a day prior to the incident, Ali Zafar sang Akhtar’s penned song ‘Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga’ from ‘1942: A Love Story’. He shared the video on Instagram and wrote, ‘The universe brings the opportunity to sing one of my favourite love songs written by the legendary @jaduakhtar sahab in front of him for the love of my life @ayeshafazli.’

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