'My Qaum is all Indians, including you': Javed Akhtar hits back at troll
Lyricist Javed Akhtar responded to online trolls after criticizing Donald Trump's claims regarding Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Akhtar defended Meloni's stature and emphasized his identity as an Indian in response to religious-based criticism.
Why it matters
The incident illustrates the intersection of global political commentary and domestic social media polarization in India.
Javed Akhtar: My Qaum are all Indians, including you : Javed Akhtar gives strong response to troll over religion remark | Hindi Movie News - The Times of India
The article reports on a public figure's social media interaction, focusing on his defense of his national identity.
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