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| Rajat Sharma moved Aamir from one contentious issue to another, but let him speak freely. (video below) |
NewsCrunch, March 6, 2016
Bollywood actor Aamir Khan appeared for a lengthy discussion on Rajat Sharma's Aap Ki Adalat.
It was his first detailed media interaction after a huge storm had erupted over his remarks on intolerance in the country
Rajat Sharma, close to ruling establishment, threw sharp questions gently, moving Aamir from one contentious issue to another, but letting him speak freely.
As his questions drew an applause , so did Aamir's resonse from an indulgent audience.
Aamir said India was his motherland and he would always be its brand ambassador (applause) .
He was misquoted on intolerance - never said he would leave India, will die here (applause)
Important for all Indians to feel secure - courts and elected reps have to ensure that.
No offense was meant to Lord Shiva in PK - he just chased an actor playing Shiva (applause)
India is tolerant, but there some, who are spreading ill-will. PM should reign them in.
"Those who speak of breaking up this vast country, such people are present in all religions, Only Modiji can stop them. After all, Modiji is our PM, we have to tell him."