
Actor Dia Mirza has said she is baffled when people question artists for speaking out on public issues. In an interview with NDTV, she said artists cannot stay silent on matters of social justice and equality. She asked: "If we don't vocalise our truths, who will?"
Some critics argue film stars should stick to entertainment. But Ms Mirza reminds us that art and society are tangled. The real test is whether her words lead to action or just headlines. Will other stars follow, or will the silence continue when the cameras turn away?
Source: ndtv.com
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