The recent terror attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam left the entire nation grief-stricken. Scenes of devastation and the tragedy’s aftermath flooded the news, triggering anger and sorrow in equal measure. Amid this heartache, one of the voice from the entertainment world that chose to address the nation’s pain was actress Hina Khan. Her post about the incident struck a chord with many, standing apart in a time when several celebrities remained silent.
One such person moved by Hina’s words was fellow actor Nyrraa M Banerji. In a conversation about the incident, Nyrraa shared how she felt seeing Hina’s post surface during such a tense and emotional moment.
Nyrraa spoke openly about how sensitive such national matters can be for public figures. She acknowledged that every statement actors make gets amplified, sometimes even altered to fit narratives. She remarked, “I really loved the way Hina Khan expressed her opinion on this matter.”
Nyrraa admitted feeling disheartened to witness the silence from several well-known Indian celebrities, particularly those who share the same faith as Hina. She confessed that she was hoping for more voices to come forward and express solidarity and condemnation.
Recalling her own disappointment, Nyrraa said that very few prominent personalities addressed the violence publicly. Then, she came across Hina Khan’s message, which for her, felt both brave and necessary. Describing her emotions at that moment, she said Hina’s post came as “a breath of fresh air.”
Nyrraa didn’t hold back her praise for Hina’s compassion and honesty. She highlighted how important it is for people to respond as humans first, beyond labels and divisions. Applauding Hina’s sense of clarity and kindness, she remarked, “These are the kind of people we recognise as wonderful human beings.”
For Nyrraa, what stood out was not just Hina’s courage but the humane tone of her message. She admired how the actress acknowledged the pain without adding to the noise of anger and division.
She further stated, “It’s a human being who’s wonderful first and then comes the religion.” That one line summed up the essence of what she hoped more people would understand, especially during difficult times.
Towards the end of her conversation, Nyrraa reflected on how impactful Hina’s gesture was, considering the circumstances. She noted that while many chose silence, Hina spoke with empathy and responsibility. Concluding her thoughts, Nyrraa stated with pride, “I can proudly say that Hina Khan is a wonderful human being and a patriotic Indian Muslim, the kind we need now to prevent unnecessary hate.”
This open appreciation was more than a personal compliment; it was a public call for unity, courage, and empathy in moments when fear and hate to threaten to dominate.
