Javed Akhtar on Being a Muslim Atheist in Today’s World | The India Story
July 18, 2025
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as posted by the channelIn this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, legendary writer and lyricist Javed Akhtar opens up about what it truly means to be a Muslim, an atheist, and a North Indian in today's world. From Sholay’s untold stories to the realities of identity, politics, cinema, and free speech, Javed Akhtar holds nothing back.
He shares his honest views on religion, liberalism, the Gaza crisis, and why he thinks language, not faith, defines who we really are. If you've ever admired his writing or bold opinions, this episode of The India Story with Vikram Chandra is unmissable.
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