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Time of India
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Paresh Rawal says he values criticism from Naseeruddin Shah, Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, even when aimed at the government: 'They have no hidden agenda'
Veteran actor and former MP Paresh Rawal believes that criticism, even when aimed at the ruling government, should not be dismissed, especially when it comes from respected peers like Naseeruddin Shah , Aamir Khan , and Shah Rukh Khan . Paresh Rawal welcomes criticism, even from within the industry In a recent interview with The Lallantop, Paresh said he holds these actors in high regard and is always open to hearing their concerns. "If Naseer bhai, Aamir, or Shah Rukh have something to say, I can't discard that. I'll listen to them because they have no hidden agenda, they have no axe to grind. They're saying it for my own benefit. So I'll listen, introspect, and try to improve. It doesn't make a difference. I respect them, they love me," he shared. Paresh Rawal praises Naseeruddin Shah for his honesty by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Moose Approaches Girl At Bus Stop In Irkutskaya Oblast - Watch What Happens Happy in Shape Undo Paresh Rawal particularly praised Naseeruddin Shah for always speaking his mind. He noted that such honesty creates a sense of safety and trust. 'You feel very safe and satisfied around people like these. Otherwise, you can't keep looking over your shoulder again and again,' he added. Naseeruddin Shah, who is known for his outspoken views, has often criticized the ruling government, especially on issues related to minority rights. Despite political differences, Paresh Rawal considers Naseeruddin an idol and has enjoyed a long professional relationship with him, collaborating on stage in the play The Sleuth and sharing screen space in films like Mahesh Bhatt's Sir. They also worked together when Shah directed Yun Hota Toh Kya Hota in 2006. 'Mera beta agar Ranbir Kapoor jitna talented hota toh...': Paresh Rawal on nepotism debate and 'Hera Pheri 3' Aamir Khan, another actor Rawal respects deeply, sparked national conversation in 2015 when he voiced concerns about rising religious intolerance in India , mentioning he even considered leaving the country for the safety of his son, Azad. Rawal and Khan have memorable collaborations, notably in cult classics like Andaz Apna Apna and Akele Hum Akele Tum. Similarly, Shah Rukh Khan addressed concerns over growing intolerance during the same period, emphasizing that a true patriot must defend secularism. Paresh Rawal has shared the screen with SRK in films like Maya Memsaab and Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani.
Indian Express
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Paresh Rawal says he'll listen to Naseeruddin Shah, Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan's criticism of govt: ‘They have no special agenda, no axe to grind'
Paresh Rawal is a former Member of Parliament under the Bhartiya Janata Party. But the actor doesn't mind his colleagues from the Hindi film industry voice their criticism against the ruling party. He said celebrities like Naseeruddin Shah, Aamir Khan, and Shah Rukh Khan are devoid of any 'hidden agenda.' 'If Naseer bhai, Aamir or Shah Rukh have something to say, I can't discard that. I'll listen to them because they have no hidden agenda, they have no axe to grind. They're saying it for my own benefit. So I'll listen, introspect, and try to improve. It doesn't make a difference. I respect them, they love me,' said Paresh. In the interview with The Lallantop, Paresh Rawal hailed Naseeruddin Shah as one of the few in the Hindi film industry who say whatever is in their heart. 'You feel very safe and satisfied around people like these. Otherwise you can't keep looking over your shoulder again and again,' added Paresh. In an interview with The Lallantop last year, Naseeruddin's wife Ratna Pathak Shah also opened up on their lasting personal and professional equation with Paresh despite differing political ideologies. 'We're all from a time when political beliefs didn't come in the way of interpersonal relationships. This is a more recent trend. But as long as I'm around, I won't let that happen. Nor would I let it happen to the ones I love,' said Ratna, who has starred with Paresh in films like Jaane Tu Ya Jane Naa and Hum Do Humare Do. Naseeruddin Shah has been a vocal critic of the BJP -led government, particularly in terms of the discrimination against Muslims. Paresh considers Naseeruddin as his idol. He has also directed the veteran actor on stage in the play, The Sleuth. Naseeruddin returned the favour when he cast Paresh in his 2006 directorial debut Yun Hota Toh Kya Hota. They've also shared screen space in Mahesh Bhatt's 1993 relationship drama Sir. Aamir Khan famously expressed his concern about religious intolerance in 2015, confessing that he's been contemplating leaving the country so that his younger son Azad has a safe upbringing. Paresh has worked with Aamir in films like Rajkumar Santoshi's 1994 cult comedy Andaz Apna Apna and Mansoor Khan's relationship drama Akele Hum Akele Tum.
