Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen and Music composer AR Rahman. (File photos: PTI/AFP)
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News1819-01-2026, 16:58

Taslima Nasreen Slams AR Rahman's 'Communal' Remarks, Says 'Does Not Suit Him To Be Pitied'

  • Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen criticized AR Rahman's recent comments on the Hindi film industry.
  • Nasreen argued that famous and wealthy artists like Rahman do not face the same prejudice as ordinary people.
  • She cited Bollywood stars like Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan as examples of successful Muslims in the industry.
  • Nasreen contrasted Rahman's situation with her own struggles as an atheist assumed to be Muslim, facing discrimination in housing and healthcare.
  • She concluded that Rahman, revered by all communities, should not be pitied, despite his claims of declining work due to communal reasons.

Why It Matters: Taslima Nasreen dismisses AR Rahman's 'communal' claims, highlighting privilege of famous artists over ordinary people.

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