Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Smriti Irani on Bollywood's Response to Operation Sindoor
After India's counter-terror operation, some people wondered why Bollywood stars weren't speaking out in support.
Smriti Irani, a former minister and actress, weighed in on the situation.
She said that the country's backing of the army isn't dependent on what celebrities say.
She suggested that if someone's actions upset you, then don't engage with their content.
Irani highlighted the importance of support from everyday citizens and the government's role in sharing facts, adding that questions about military issues would be answered in Parliament.
She also mentioned her return to television.
Smriti Irani responded to criticism of Bollywood's silence regarding Operation Sindoor.
Irani stated that national support for the army should not be measured by celebrity statements.
She suggested that if one is offended by a celebrity's lack of support, they should stop watching them.
Irani emphasized the importance of ordinary citizens' support and government's role in presenting facts.
She mentioned the parliament session would address questions about military losses.
- Who
- Smriti Irani, actor and former Union Minister.
- What
- Smriti Irani commented on Bollywood's response to Operation Sindoor and the importance of public support.
- When
- The events occurred after India's Operation Sindoor.
- Where
- India.
- Why
- To address criticism of Bollywood's silence regarding the operation.
Critics of Bollywood
Smriti Irani
Celebrity Support
Critics of Bollywood
Believe Bollywood personalities should publicly support the country's armed forces during critical times.
Smriti Irani
Smriti Irani suggests that the nation's support for its Army should not be measured by celebrity statements and the public's support is more important.
- Event
- Operation Sindoor
- Main Subject
- Smriti Irani
- Role of Irani
- Former Union Minister, Actor
- Focus
- Bollywood silence
- Irani's Opinion
- Support army not dependent on celebrities
- Other
- Parliament will address losses