Bollywood actror Shahrukh Khan was reportedto have been 'very, very, upset' at being detained
at a New York airport purportedly over his last
name which, apparently was a matter of concern
for the Immigration officials.
This is indeed surprising and unbecoming of a man who has
many a time proclaimed to be a devout Muslim,
a good family-man and a one who is dedicated
to his craft. No dispute there on the last two.
Instead of griping and groaning like a toddler
who has just lost his pacifier, the 'great Khan',
of all persons, should be aware that being
'persecuted', 'reviled', 'belittled', 'humiliated',
'slapped', 'kicked' and 'punched' are part and
parcel of being a sincere man of faith. If he's not
able to stomach it, then he's got no business
calling himself a Muslim.
Instead of feeling bitter about the unpleasant incident,
he should've instead, responded by giving
the immigration officials a great big hug, saying,
"May peace be upon you." That would have
given the said officials a glimpse of the
faith Khan practices.
Perhaps, after experiencing a string of
similar incidences, Khan should seriously
consider producing a film on the virtues of
being a good Muslim in the universal sense
instead of frolicking all over the silver screen
extolling the virtues of a single race.
