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‘Raazi’: Farooq Abdullah doesn’t want Sehmat’s real identity to get revealed, here’s
‘Raazi’: Farooq Abdullah doesn’t want Sehmat’s real identity to get revealed, here’s
The office of the former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister reportedly confirmed that he wrote to author Harinder Sikka. In his letter, Abdullah reportedly reminded Sikka that a decade ago, the author had agreed to guard identities, which was commendable. He also requests him to keep it that way.
He further reportedly wrote that there are millions who work and pray for one Hindustan. Kashmiris are wonderful, simple and peace-loving people. And those who visit the Valley will vouch for their integrity.
Reportedly, when Farooq Abdullah was informed about the manuscript of the book, he realised that real identities may be revealed and it wouldn't be difficult to locate Sehmat's family which could put the family at risk. After reading the manuscript, Abdullah advised the author to change names and present it as a fictional account. The author agreed. Now, when there was a chance that identities could be publically revealed at an event in June, Abdullah penned this letter.
Harinder Sikka reportedly has been dropped subtle hints that he will be unveiling the real identity of ‘Sehmat’ after having it kept as a secret for years.
Junglee Pictures and Dharma Productions’ ‘Raazi’ narrates the story of Sehmat Khan, who is trained to become a spy and then married off to a Pakistan Army officer.
He further reportedly wrote that there are millions who work and pray for one Hindustan. Kashmiris are wonderful, simple and peace-loving people. And those who visit the Valley will vouch for their integrity.
Reportedly, when Farooq Abdullah was informed about the manuscript of the book, he realised that real identities may be revealed and it wouldn't be difficult to locate Sehmat's family which could put the family at risk. After reading the manuscript, Abdullah advised the author to change names and present it as a fictional account. The author agreed. Now, when there was a chance that identities could be publically revealed at an event in June, Abdullah penned this letter.
Harinder Sikka reportedly has been dropped subtle hints that he will be unveiling the real identity of ‘Sehmat’ after having it kept as a secret for years.
Junglee Pictures and Dharma Productions’ ‘Raazi’ narrates the story of Sehmat Khan, who is trained to become a spy and then married off to a Pakistan Army officer.
2/27‘Raazi’: Real Sehmat’s first love doesn’t want her identity to get revealed!
Meghna Gulzar’s ‘Raazi’ revolves around the life of an Indian spy Sehmat, played by Alia Bhatt who is married to a Pakistani officer. The critically acclaimed spy thriller is reportedly based on a true story. The film is mainly an adaptation of Harinder Sikka’s 2008 novel titled ‘Calling Sehmat’. The movie has brilliantly showcased the central theme of love for the country, and the love that gradually develops in the protagonist Sehmat for her Pakistani husband. While the movie completely focuses on Sehmat’s devotion towards her nation, there is an untold love story which has been revealed in the novel.
Reportedly it is the love that blossomed between Sehmat and Abhinav (not real name) who studied with her in Delhi University.
While the real-life Sehmat passed away recently, her first love Abhinav is alive and stays in Delhi. It is the love and loyalty he has towards Sehmat that he doesn’t want her identity to get revealed in front of the world.
While the writer of ‘Calling Sehmat’, Harinder Sikka is keen to reveal the identity of our Indian spy, Abhinav has insisted him not to do so. Harinder had kept Sehmat’s identity under wraps until now, however, he feels it is the right time to reveal it for the nation to know who the real unsung hero was.
As per reports, even Farooq Abdullah, the former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, has expressed his concerns to Sikka of maintaining Sehmat’s identity a secret.
In a brief message, he reportedly wrote that there are several people for work and pray for the well-being of Hindustan. He further praised Kashmiris and said that they are wonderful, simple and peace-loving people; and those who visit the Valley will vouch for their integrity.
He further mentioned that when Sikka first introduced him with the book ‘Calling Sehmat’ a decade again, he was delighted and therefore, wrote a foreword on it. He even appreciated him for keeping his request of retaining Sehmat’s real identity under wraps. And he even expressed the desire for continuing the same.
However, even after Farooq Abdullah’s personal letter and Abhinav’s special request, Harinder Sikka is still willing to release the identity of real Sehmat. The writer intends to release a picture of the unsung hero after getting an approval from other people who were close to Sehmat. If all goes well, the writer might release the real-life Sehmat’s picture in the month of June.
While Sehmat’s picture will be released or no is still a question, the real-life Sehmat has been winning hearts of many with ‘Raazi’. Directed by Meghna Gulzar and produced by Junglee Pictures and Dharma Productions, the film is proving to be a hit box office.
Reportedly it is the love that blossomed between Sehmat and Abhinav (not real name) who studied with her in Delhi University.
While the real-life Sehmat passed away recently, her first love Abhinav is alive and stays in Delhi. It is the love and loyalty he has towards Sehmat that he doesn’t want her identity to get revealed in front of the world.
While the writer of ‘Calling Sehmat’, Harinder Sikka is keen to reveal the identity of our Indian spy, Abhinav has insisted him not to do so. Harinder had kept Sehmat’s identity under wraps until now, however, he feels it is the right time to reveal it for the nation to know who the real unsung hero was.
As per reports, even Farooq Abdullah, the former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, has expressed his concerns to Sikka of maintaining Sehmat’s identity a secret.
In a brief message, he reportedly wrote that there are several people for work and pray for the well-being of Hindustan. He further praised Kashmiris and said that they are wonderful, simple and peace-loving people; and those who visit the Valley will vouch for their integrity.
He further mentioned that when Sikka first introduced him with the book ‘Calling Sehmat’ a decade again, he was delighted and therefore, wrote a foreword on it. He even appreciated him for keeping his request of retaining Sehmat’s real identity under wraps. And he even expressed the desire for continuing the same.
However, even after Farooq Abdullah’s personal letter and Abhinav’s special request, Harinder Sikka is still willing to release the identity of real Sehmat. The writer intends to release a picture of the unsung hero after getting an approval from other people who were close to Sehmat. If all goes well, the writer might release the real-life Sehmat’s picture in the month of June.
While Sehmat’s picture will be released or no is still a question, the real-life Sehmat has been winning hearts of many with ‘Raazi’. Directed by Meghna Gulzar and produced by Junglee Pictures and Dharma Productions, the film is proving to be a hit box office.
3/27Alia Bhatt expresses gratitude for all the love her film 'Raazi' has received
Meghna Gulzar's 'Raazi' has been receiving an overwhelming response from all the quarters. The film starring Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal in lead has been appreciated by the critics as well as the audience.
The film has collected more than 50 crores at the Box Office and the show is still on.
Recently, the team celebrated the success of the film with the media. And now, Alia took to her Instagram to express her gratitude for all the love her film has received. She posted a monochrome picture of herself clicked during the making of the film and captioned it,"A moment during the making of Raazi. Words cant do justice for the gratitude we feel for all the love you’ve given our little film! Raazi is a week old & lifetime proud, but for us it’ll always be our little baby ✨."
In the film, Alia will be seen portraying the character of an Indian spy who is married off to a Pakistani family in order to pass sensitive information to India. Also featuring Alia's mother Soni Razdan, Rajit Kapur, Jaideep Ahlawat and Shishir Sharma in pivotal roles, ‘Raazi’ is produced by Junglee Pictures and Dharma Productions.
The film has collected more than 50 crores at the Box Office and the show is still on.
Recently, the team celebrated the success of the film with the media. And now, Alia took to her Instagram to express her gratitude for all the love her film has received. She posted a monochrome picture of herself clicked during the making of the film and captioned it,"A moment during the making of Raazi. Words cant do justice for the gratitude we feel for all the love you’ve given our little film! Raazi is a week old & lifetime proud, but for us it’ll always be our little baby ✨."
In the film, Alia will be seen portraying the character of an Indian spy who is married off to a Pakistani family in order to pass sensitive information to India. Also featuring Alia's mother Soni Razdan, Rajit Kapur, Jaideep Ahlawat and Shishir Sharma in pivotal roles, ‘Raazi’ is produced by Junglee Pictures and Dharma Productions.
4/ Here’s how Meghna Gulzar started her journey with ‘Raazi’
Meghna Gulzar’s directorial ‘Raazi’ has been creating a strong impact in the audience’s mind with its moving plotline and the stupendous performances by Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal. Fans and critics have been constantly appreciating the efforts that the entire team has put together. Produced by Junglee Pictures and Dharma Productions, ‘Raazi’ has garnered immense accolades since its release.
Meghna Gulzar, who has helmed some amazing movies in the past which include ‘Filhaal’ and ‘Talvar’, this time ventured into an emotional drama which essays the life of an Indian spy named Sehmat who is married to a Pakistani Army officer. Alia Bhatt plays Sehmat while Vicky essays the role of her husband Iqbal in the film. The idea of making a movie as amazing as ‘Raazi’ took shape in Meghna’s mind after she wrapped up ‘Talvar’.
During the success press conference of ‘Raazi’, Priti Shahani, the co-producer of the film had talked about the journey of ‘Raazi’. She said, “It has been an extremely special journey. It started 2 years ago, I was reading a book and then had a conversation with Meghna, we just completed ‘Talvar’, and we were discussing this story. But, really what has been special is the adaptation of a brilliant screenplay coming together with Dharma, Apoorva and the entire team. And building this film out of what was in the paper, finding characters we were excited about and then getting the most stellar, special, spectacularly talented cast that came in to tell the story.”
She added, “More than anything it has been such a wonderful collaboration because all the strengths of two organisations that came together to give support to Meghna to tell her story. So, this was absolutely fantastic, so thank you for that.”
Meghna Gulzar, who has helmed some amazing movies in the past which include ‘Filhaal’ and ‘Talvar’, this time ventured into an emotional drama which essays the life of an Indian spy named Sehmat who is married to a Pakistani Army officer. Alia Bhatt plays Sehmat while Vicky essays the role of her husband Iqbal in the film. The idea of making a movie as amazing as ‘Raazi’ took shape in Meghna’s mind after she wrapped up ‘Talvar’.
During the success press conference of ‘Raazi’, Priti Shahani, the co-producer of the film had talked about the journey of ‘Raazi’. She said, “It has been an extremely special journey. It started 2 years ago, I was reading a book and then had a conversation with Meghna, we just completed ‘Talvar’, and we were discussing this story. But, really what has been special is the adaptation of a brilliant screenplay coming together with Dharma, Apoorva and the entire team. And building this film out of what was in the paper, finding characters we were excited about and then getting the most stellar, special, spectacularly talented cast that came in to tell the story.”
She added, “More than anything it has been such a wonderful collaboration because all the strengths of two organisations that came together to give support to Meghna to tell her story. So, this was absolutely fantastic, so thank you for that.”
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