Overview

• Preity Zinta publicly addressed Bollywood's lack of condemnation of the April 22 Pahalgam terrorist attack during a recent Twitter AMA session.
• The attack, which claimed 26 lives, including tourists, sparked widespread online criticism of Bollywood celebrities for their silence.
• Zinta, identifying as a 'fauji kid,' explained that her army upbringing makes such events deeply personal and fuels her outspoken stance.
• She emphasized the resilience and sacrifices of military families, including mothers, wives, and children who endure profound losses.
• Zinta refrained from criticizing specific individuals, stating that people process events differently, but her comments reignited debates about celebrity responsibility in national issues.