Kashmiri actress Zaira Wasim, who has been receiving accolades for her performance in “Dangal”, has deleted her open letter in which she apologised for “unintentionally hurting” people after her meeting with Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti, from her social media accounts.

The 16-year-old had met Mehbooba Mufti. Several photographs of her with Mufti had gone viral, for which Zaira was trolled on social media.

The actress took to Instagram and Facebook to apologise for hurting the sentiments of fellow Kashmiris.

Without saying what she was sorry for, the actor wrote in her “open confession/apology” that she does not want anyone to follow in her footsteps or even consider her as a role model.

“I’m not proud of what I’m doing and I want everyone, especially the youth to know that there are real role models out there whether they be in this time or in our history.”

Hinting that the apology may have to do with her recent meeting with the CM, the post stated: “I know many people have been offended and displeased by my recent actions or people I have recently met…

“…I understand the sentiments behind it especially considering what had happened over the past 6 months.”

The post is not visible on her social accounts now.

Olympian wrestler Geeta Phogat, who was among the main characters depicted in ‘Dangal’ meanwhile, supported the actress and appreciated Zaira’s acting skills despite not being a sportsperson.

“There is no need for Zaira to issue an apology. She has not done anything wrong. We have made the nation proud by winning medals. It is a proud moment for the citizens of the country. Zaira has worked hard to play my role,” Geeta was quoted as saying by Times Now channel.

“Wrestling is not an easy sport. Despite not being a wrestler herself or a sportswoman, Zaira played the role realistically. The way people are respecting me, Zaira also deserves respect.”

“I had met her during the shootings. And, after that we have met so mnay times. Zaira is a simple girl. She used to ask about how we fought in wrestling. She has done wonderful wrestling in the movie,” she added.

Commenting on the people who are abusing the actress on social media, Geeta said: “Zaira should not be afraid. We are there with her. The role she played is very respectful.”

–IANS

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Salman Khan has done it again. He blew everyone’s mind by sending a legal reply to the National Commission for Women (NCW). The reply has been sent by Salman’s lawyer, and it apparently does not contain any apology, according to the NCW.

The women’s commission had summoned Salman for making insensitive comments while describing the gruelling shoot of his upcoming movie Sultan. Salman in a media interaction had said that he felt like a “raped woman” after shooting fight sequences of the film.

His comment invited a lot of criticism from all sections, despite his family coming out to support him, like always. The NCW, meanwhile, is in no mood of letting Salman go easily. Lalitha Kumaramangalam, NCW chief, informed that the commission will reply to Salman soon.

“The reply has come from his lawyer, which means it is a legal reply. So we can’t just reply off the cuff,” Kumaramangalam said. “We will finalise the report by Thursday and then dispatch our reply to Khan. After that, we will make public both his letter to NCW and our decision.”

According to reports, in his reply Salman has said that the comments were not made intentionally, and the whole controversy has affected his image. He has allegedly also cited double jeopardy over the panel, which is handling the matter.

Meanwhile on Wednesday, the Bollywood superstar was asked by the state panel to appear on July 7. It is not clear whether he will turn up or not. “That would be decided that day,” Vijaya Rahatkar, MSCW chairperson, said.