Emraan Hashmi Condemns Pahalgam Attack, Box Office Collection Suffers
The attack in Pahalgam has raised concerns about security lapses and the need for decisive action against terrorism, with Emraan Hashmi's film "Ground Zero" serving as a reminder of the bravery and sacrifice of BSF officers who have fought against terrorism.
Emraan Hashmi has strongly condemned the recent attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, terming it "cowardly" and calling for decisive action against terrorism, while his film "Ground Zero" faces a decline in box office collection.
Hashmi expressed hope that the government would ensure justice and take a strong stance against terrorism, emphasizing that terrorism has no religion and should not be used to stoke religious hatred. He also raised questions about possible security lapses at the tourist spot, stating that even with good intelligence, there should be adequate security measures in place.
The film "Ground Zero", based on a true story of a BSF officer, has earned approximately Rs 7.17 crore in its first week, with its numbers falling below Rs 50 lakh on Wednesday. The film faces competition from new releases like "Raid 2" and "The Bhootnii", as well as the re-release of "Andaz Apna Apna" and "Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh".
The story of "Ground Zero" is inspired by the 2003 encounter that killed Ghazi Baba, the mastermind behind the 2001 Parliament attacks. Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey, a BSF officer, recounts his experience in the encounter, crediting his shirt with saving his life. Dubey was awarded the Kirti Chakra, India's second-highest peacetime gallantry award, for his bravery.
As the nation grapples with the aftermath of the attack, Emraan Hashmi's comments serve as a reminder of the importance of standing together against terrorism and promoting unity and understanding. The film "Ground Zero" aims to pay tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of BSF officers like Dubey, who have risked their lives to protect the country.