‘Penchant For Making Controversial Statements…’: BJP, Shiv Sena Hit Out At Naseeruddin Shah Over ‘Islamophobia’ Remark

Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah’s comments on the 1999 Kandahar Hijack of Aircraft IC814 have sparked controversy. Shiv Sena and BJP leaders have criticized Shah for expressing concerns about Islamophobia during the incident. Shah’s role in the series IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack has also faced backlash for allegedly whitewashing the identities of the terrorists involved. Netflix has agreed to update the disclaimer of the series to include the real names of the hijackers. The debate highlights the importance of truthful representation in cinema and the need to respect freedom of speech while being mindful of sentiments.