Television actor Arjun Bijlani has issued a statement addressing the controversy surrounding his wife, Neha Swami Bijlani, who faced criticism on social media after wearing a T-shirt featuring the names “Allah, Rasool, Muhammad”.
Clarifying the circumstances, Arjun explained that the T-shirt had been gifted to Neha by a fan at a mall in Bangkok. According to his statement, neither of them was aware of the meaning and significance of the Urdu text when she wore it.
“Neha was completely unaware of the meaning and significance of the writing on the T-shirt when she wore it. There was absolutely no intention to hurt, disrespect or offend the religious sentiments of any individual or community,” the statement read.
Arjun Bijlani Apologises for the Unintentional Offence
Addressing the concerns raised on social media, Arjun emphasised that he and his family respect all religions and beliefs. He also expressed regret over the incident and assured people that they would exercise greater caution when accepting gifts in the future.
“We celebrate all the festivals, and we will never hurt anyone’s sentiments in any way. We are sorry for what happened unintentionally, and we will always be careful in future with regard to the gifts received,” he said.
His statement sought to clarify that the incident was unintentional and that there was no deliberate attempt to disrespect any religious community.
Actor Condemns Online Trolling and Threats
Alongside his apology, Arjun condemned the abusive comments, online trolling and threats directed at Neha. He described the harassment as distressing and unacceptable, urging people to approach the situation with understanding and compassion.
The actor also requested that his wife and family not be targeted over the controversy, expressing hope that the matter could be resolved with dignity and mutual respect.
The incident has once again drawn attention to the impact of social media criticism on public figures and their families. Arjun’s response focuses on clarifying the circumstances, acknowledging the concerns raised and appealing for respectful dialogue rather than online harassment.
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