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Javed Akhtar spoke about the abuses he get from Hindu and Muslim 'extremists' at the Mumbai premiere of Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut's most recent book, Narkatla Swarg. Several political figures including former chief ministers Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar (NCP-SP) president, were present at the event. 

Javed Akhtar talked on how some people treat him because of his direct remarks regarding religion and politics. The lyricist's statement came at a time when tensions between India and Pakistan are at an all-time high. A horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, prompted India to launch Operation Sindoor, which involved targeted missile strikes against Pakistan's terror facilities. 

Javed Akhtar said, "People from both sides abuse me. It's not one-sided. I would be very ungrateful if I don't admit that there are people who also appreciate me. Many support me, praise me, and encourage me. But this is also true: the extremists from this side also abuse me, and the extremists from that side also abuse. This is the reality," as quoted by the news agency ANI.

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Speaking to the crowd, Javed Akhtar revealed how his outspoken personality has caused him to receive criticism over the years. "If even one of them stops abusing, I will get worried about what mistake I am making. One says I am a 'kaafir' and will go to hell. The other says I am a jihadi and should go to Pakistan. Toh agar mere paas sirf choice Pakistan aur jahannum yani nark ki hain toh main nark hi jaana pasand karunga," he continued. 

About Operation Sindoor

A terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir on April 22 claimed the lives of 26 persons. Subsequently, India initiated Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir on May 7th. According to news agency ANI, more than 100 terrorists connected to terror groups such as the Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen were killed.

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Javed Akhtar has long been renowned for his daring remarks on politics, religion, and society. He was a presidential nominee and spent a six-year term in the Rajya Sabha from 2010 to 2016.