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Javed Akhtar comes in support of Mohammed Shami for breaking fast during the ICC Champions Trophy

Sneha Sengupta — Fri, 07 Mar 2025 17:29:29 +0000

Mohammed Shami was criticized by religious leader Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Bareilvi Ater being caught drinking water and breaking his fast during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar has now addressed the ongoing controversy and backed with the cricket player on X (formerly Twitter).

Javed Akhtar posted, “Shami saheb , don’t give a damn to those reactionary bigoted idiots who have any problem with your drinking water in a burning afternoon at a cricket field in Dubai . It is none of their business. You are one of the great Indian team that is making us all proud My best wishes to you and our whole team .”

Mohammed Shami was called “a criminal” by the president of the All India Muslim Jamaat for breaking the fast during Ramadan, claiming that his acts were against religious law. “By not keeping ‘Roza,’ he has committed a crime. He should not do this. In the eyes of Shariat, he is a criminal. He will have to answer God,” he stated in conversation with ANI.

In addition to Shami’s cousin Javed Akhtar, Dr. Mumtaz also spoke out in favor of the cricket player, pointing out that other Pakistani players have also made the decision to refrain from fasting while playing.

In the midst of the escalating debate, Rohit Pawar, the head of the Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA), also stood up for Shami. He said, “He is representing the nation. It is disgraceful that such statements are being made about him. We will advise Shami to ignore these distractions and focus on his match on March 9.”

Celebrities react to India’s win over Pakistan and Virat Kohli’s historic century; read more

Sneha Sengupta — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 17:30:29 +0000

On Sunday, India defeated Pakistan in the Champions Trophy on Sunday, in a historic gameplay. Celebrities like Anushka Sharma, Chiranjeevi, Javed Akhtar, and others praised cricketer Virat Kohli’s amazing century.

Over husband Virat’s victory in the game, Anushka seemed to be filled with joy and emotions. She shared a screen grab of the cricket player giving the camera a thumbs up and winking while using heart emoticons and folded hands.

Lyricist Javed Akhtar posted on X, “Virat Kohli, zindabad. !!! . We all are so so so proud of you !!!” Filmmaker Karan Johar posted a humorous reel of Kajol from his movie Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham celebrating India’s victory.

Anushka Sharma’s Instagram story/ HT

Chiranjeevi Konidela wrote on X, Hurrahhhhhh!!! India spectacularly triumphs over Pakistan!!! What a match!!!! It’s been Absolutely Electrifying watching this super thrilling match Live with some dear friends!!! Kudos to the Entire Team!!! Such a treat to watch the Fireworks from the SENSATIONAL @imVkohli Bravo @ShreyasIyer15 @shubmangill @imkuldeep18 & Captain @ImRo45 and the whole team !! More power to India!!! Jai Hind 🇮🇳!!! #2025ICCChampionsTrophy #IndiaVsPakistan

According to AFP, Virat hit an undefeated century to help India defeat archrivals Pakistan by six wickets on Sunday, putting the champions in danger of losing the Champions Trophy. He scored his 51st ODI century in an innings while chasing 242 for win. After advancing India to the semi-finals with two victories in two Group A matches, he took off his helmet and held his bat up to the spectators at Dubai International Stadium.

Rohit Shetty, Javed Akhtar supports veteran actor Rehana Sultan’s cardiac treatment

Sneha Sengupta — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 14:53:39 +0000

The seasoned actor Rehana Sultan recently had heart valve replacement surgery because she was having serious respiratory problems. The Indian Film and Television Directors’ Association president, Ashoke Pandit, did, however, disclose in a conversation with The Indian Express that Rohit Shetty, Javed Akhtar, and Ramesh Taurani have offered to give the National Film Award-winning actor financial support.

IFTDA funds Rehana Sultan’s treatment

Regarding Rehana’s care in the midst of financial difficulties, Ashoke said, “Rehana Sultan has been in touch with me for quite some time and she has not been well. She had a cardiac issue, she had valves in her heart and there was some problem in that. She started feeling very unwell around three days back. So, her brother Rishabh Sharma called me and told me that she was in a serious problem and that he had to admit her to a hospital. He also informed me that they had financial issues due to which her treatment was getting delayed.”

Rohit Shetty, and others lends helping hand

He stated, “Meanwhile I called up Rohit Shetty, Ramesh Taurani, Javed Akhtar sahab, Rajen Sahani, Sunil Bohra and Vipul Shah, television producer Rajan Shahi and they immediately transferred money into the hospital’s account for her treatment and procedure. Funds came in immediately and her valve replacement surgery was carried out yesterday. She is doing well, but she is in the ICU and will be under doctors’ observation for a few more days. Rohit Shetty was out of town, Ramesh ji was at the Golden Temple, Sunil Bohra was also in Rajasthan but they all helped immediately.”

The president and film producer of IFTDA also stated that the hospital expedited her treatment after receiving IFTDA’s assistance. Additionally, he disclosed that Drs. Namjoshi and Sharma, the hospital’s medical staff, began her treatment without requiring payment in advance.

More about Rehana Sultan

Rehana, now seventy-four, gained stardom for her breakthrough performance in the 1970 film Dastak, for which she was nominated for a National Film Award as Best Female Actor. She is a Pune Film and Television Institute of India’s (FTII) alumna. Furthermore, she received critical acclaim for her fearless portrayal in the 1970 film Chetna.