Anupam Kher and Naseeruddin Shah are both alumni of the National School of Drama and their acting pairing in the 2008 hit film 'A Wednesday' won the hearts of the audience. Apart from this, both these actors have also worked together in many other films. However, in real life, Naseeruddin Shah and Anupam Kher are both known for their outspoken views and political comments.
The controversy started with an interview in 2020, when Naseeruddin Shah called Anupam Kher a "joker" and a "sycophant". The comment not only sparked controversy but also created a cold war between the two. Recently, Anupam Kher has openly shared his views on the issue. In a conversation with Shubhankar Mishra, Anupam Kher said, "I never tried to spoil our personal relationship. I have deep respect for Naseeruddin sir. But when he said some untruthful things about me, I should not have kept quiet."
He further cited the example of the Bhagavad Gita and said, "Lord Krishna tells Arjuna that you should act according to your principles. In such a situation, no matter who it is, it is important to speak the truth. I am a person who stands for the truth." Along with this, Anupam Kher said that when the two met at a condolence meeting, they hugged each other. "There is a kind of love between us, but there is a difference in our approach," he said.
Anupam Kher also responded to Naseeruddin Shah's previous statement, saying, "He had said that it is in my blood. It was important for me to give my answer while keeping respect for him." When Naseeruddin Shah said that "his words should not be taken seriously," Anupam Kher responded on Twitter. "I have never spoken ill of you but now I want to point out that you live in despair despite your success. If you can criticize Dilip Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan, Rajesh Khanna, Shah Rukh Khan and Virat Kohli, I am in good company too," he wrote.
The controversy not only affected their personal relationship but also highlighted the tension between politics and ideology in Bollywood. Thus, this clash between the two actors shows how differences of opinion can challenge personal relationships as well.
