Pakistani celebs slam Javed Akhtar’s comment, question ‘self respect’ of those applauding him: Ghar mein aake beizzat…

The fact that Javed was invited to an event held in his honour, after his alleged anti-Pakistan statement at the recent literary event in Lahore, did not sit well with the celebs, who questioned the ‘self-respect’ of those Pakistanis, who showered Javed with immense respect and happily cheered for him despite him ‘insulting’ the country while being on its soil.

She further wrote in Urdu, “All the educated illiterate – the so-called niche – you never gave the same respect to your own talent. There were so many artists in this country that didn’t even have money to afford healthcare at the end of their lives. Where were all of these appreciators of talent back then?”

Actor-VJ Anoushey Ashraf tweeted, “Giving respect to a guest is essential. But never at the cost of your self-respect. The way some were hanging off javed akhtar sb’s leg in admiration was a tad bit extra willingness to please. Maybe he’d be weary of his words if we’d shown him the dignity we have (or lack?)” Actor Haroon Shahid also tweeted about Javed’s Pakistan visit. He said, “Saab (sir) attends a party here or is hosted by whosoever feels like they want to have fun with him but the problem that I have is about how we as a nation fail to see how we’re being used. Sadly, it will go on till we give our people the business and respect!” He also tweeted, “To my fellow Pakistani’s PLEASE STAND UP FOR YOUR COUNTRY!”