Irrfan usually stays away from all the media facade and controversies but this time, he found himself right in the middle of one.
After happened consequently in an interview the actor expressed his disapproval for the traditions of fasting during Ramzan and sacrifice during Bakri Eid.
He said, “Rather than fasting during Ramzan, people should self-introspect. Animals are being slaughtered in the name of ‘Qurbaani’ during Muharram. We, Muslims, have made a mockery of Muharram. It is meant for mourning and what we do? Take out processions.”
Additionally, Irrfan also spoke critically of the Muslim leaders for not raising the issue of terrorism, and also prompted the general public to question politicians over this issue.
“Why Muslims are silent on the issue of terrorism. People should also question the politicians over this issue,” he said.
In return for his comments, the Muslim religious leaders also made some displeased remarks against the ‘Paan Singh Tomar’ actor.
Maulana Abdul Wahid Khatri, the state secretary of Jamaat-e-Ulema-e-Hind, said “It would be better if he concentrates on his film career and not make random statements about our religion. He is doing this just for the publicity of his upcoming movie.”
Jaipur’s Shaher Qazi (chief jurist), Sher Qazi Khalid Usmani, also added his argument against Irrfan, saying, “He should keep his mouth shut as he has no knowledge about the religion”.