Confusing Identities...

All of us aware of the Mumbai Vs North Indians tamasha. It’s a brainchild of some minority communal forces that are always finding ways to gain political stand. But, amidst their clashes, they killed a fellow marathi himself. What a pity! News channels were broadcasting visuals of activists beating poor migrant laborers. Some people from North India were running away from their shelters in fear. Is it the sign of modern, civilized and secular India? All these things make the country’s unity a big joke in the international scene. Before becoming a Marathi, Kannadiga, Andhraite, Malayali, Bihari, etc., we’re Indians. How come do we forget our identity so easily? And those who provoke such activities do it for their own good and not in the interest of the common man – as they promote it to be.

One more magnum opus hit the silver screen. Yes, its Jodha Akbar. I was just amazed by the previews of the movies – its magnificent sets, costumes and most of all the music. All the songs are too good and yes I’m yet to watch the movie. Again, such a great piece of art and creativity is in the news for all wrong reasons. Some Rajput groups have raised objection to the movie. The director has quoted the essential details form the historical pages saying Jodha was Akbar’s wife and not Jehangir’s. If one can go back into the movies of yesteryears, do you remember Mughal-E-Azam? I watched it around two times – and believe me – it’s a master piece by itself. In the same movie, Jodha Bai – a Rajput princess is portrayed as the wife of King Akbar. If the casting was wrong in that movie way back – why were the Rajputs waiting till this time? They could have protested against it in the 70’s itself. All these are thoroughly some kind of political gimmick or a brainchild of some foolish people or people who don’t know how to appreciate creativity. One report also suggested that some groups were trying to create a rift between Hindus and Muslims. I don’t think that sensible people will resort to any kind of communal divide.

What ever we are, where ever we stay, we are Indians all the way… More in the next blog…