Amid the rising tensions between India and Pakistan, emotions have been running high for those with families in sensitive regions. Actor Aly Goni, who hails from Jammu, shared his emotional state as news of conflict reached him while he was away from the country. The actor, currently shooting abroad, admitted to feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, thinking about the safety of his loved ones back home.
Aly took to social media to open up about his experience. In a heartfelt post, he confessed how shaken he was upon hearing about the developments back home. In his words, “I was so mind F**Cked here… thank god everyone is safe. Thanks to our IAF.” The post reflected not just a personal struggle but also the silent fear so many others away from home might be carrying.
The actor didn’t stop at one platform. He extended his feelings on Instagram, posting a somber message through his story. His words, “#Numb Pray for Jammu, pray for our families,” captured the helplessness that comes with being far from home during difficult times.
The weight of the incident lingered with him. The following day, he posted a photograph with his family, and the caption reflected his deep grief and exhaustion. He shared his disappointment towards those glorifying war from safe distances, detached from the harsh reality faced by families near the border. His post read, “Sleepless and shattered, stuck out of India as my family in Jammu endures last night’s attack. My whole family, children, and parents face the terror of drones and unrest, yet some people glorify this war from the comfort of their homes, posting on social media. It’s not that easy for those near the border. Thanks to our IAF And Indian Army praying for safety and peace.”
Comedian Samay Raina, another artist with roots in Jammu and Kashmir, also voiced his concern. He penned down a touching narrative that spoke of an ordinary evening transformed by the weight of fear and hope. Samay recounted how his father called him late at night from Jammu. Despite the tense atmosphere, his father’s steady tone offered him reassurance. His father asked him to rest easy, reminding him that the armed forces were in control of the situation.
That brief conversation became a balm for Samay’s anxious thoughts. He described how the calmness in his father’s voice allowed him to switch off his lights and look out at the Mumbai skyline, reflecting on the silent solidarity shared among people during times of crisis. In those quiet moments, Samay’s thoughts wandered to his unknown neighbors. He imagined, “Outside my window, my neighbor’s lights still glow. I know little about him, that’s just how it is here. I wonder if he, too, has family in Jammu, perhaps in Pathankot — or if he might be the son of a brave soldier, who won’t sleep tonight, waiting for a morning call from his father on the front lines.”
In his message, Samay extended his prayers for not just his family but for all those in Jammu. In his words, “My prayers are with everyone in Jammu. Sleep peacefully and believe in the Indian Army. Jai Hind.” The sincerity in his words painted a picture of both unease and hope that many across the nation could relate to.
These messages from public figures served as a reminder that no matter how far people go or how much fame they earn, their hearts remain tethered to the place they call home. The ongoing tension has sparked a wave of solidarity on social media, with citizens, artists, and influencers alike pouring in support and prayers for those affected.
