Veteran Bollywood actor Nana Patekar has reportedly spoken about his appreciation for Islam and the Azaan after inviting a madrasa teacher to recite the Islamic call in the ear of his newborn grandson.
According to reports attributed to Indian media, Patekar arranged the recitation following the birth of his grandson rather than limiting the occasion to customary Hindu ceremonies.
The reports claimed that the actor made the decision after learning the meaning and translation of the Azaan, which he reportedly described as giving him a profound sense of peace.
Actor Reportedly Hosts More Than 120 Madrasa Children
Furthermore, Patekar reportedly sent new clothes as gifts to more than 120 children studying at the madrasa.
He also arranged a meal for the children and joined them while they ate, according to the circulating account.
Patekar reportedly explained that understanding the meaning of the Azaan had deeply affected him and that he therefore wanted his grandson to hear the recitation at the beginning of his life.
However, the supplied account does not identify the madrasa, teacher or original Indian media outlet reporting the event.
Patekar Reportedly Responds to Criticism
Meanwhile, the reported gesture attracted criticism from some Hindu hardline circles.
Responding to the criticism, Patekar was quoted as saying that he earns his own living, lives according to his own choices and does not concern himself with others’ objections.
The reported episode has subsequently circulated as an example of interfaith appreciation, particularly because of Patekar’s comments about the spiritual effect of the Azaan.
However, the supplied information provides no independently verified statement from Patekar or his representatives confirming the details.
The broader claims surrounding the episode should therefore be treated as attributed reports rather than independently established facts.
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