Javed Akhtar STRONGLY RESPONDS after being accused of body-shaming Rohit Sharma: 'Ghatia aur ganday aadmi'

Following Team India's impressive victory over Australia in the semifinals of the 2025 Champions Trophy at the Dubai International Stadium on March 4th, veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar joined the chorus of Bollywood celebrities celebrating the win. Akhtar, known for his insightful observations, took to social media to express his joy at the team's performance, even engaging with a fan who praised cricketer Virat Kohli. The win sparked a wave of national pride and excitement, uniting fans and celebrities alike in their shared admiration for the team's triumph.

Once again Virat has proved that he is the strongest pillar of today’s Indian cricket’ s edifice!!! Hats off!!

- Javed Akhtar

Reacting to his post, an X user wrote, “If Virat is strongest pillar then who is Rohit Sharma? Heaviest pillar? Shame on you Javed saab for fat shaming Indian captain."

Javed Akhtar strongly fired back at the user and said,"Shut up you cockroach. I have great respect for Rohit sharma and all the great India cricketers of Test history . What kind of a neech And pathatic lair you are that you are claiming that I have ever said a word against dignity of a great player like Rohit . Kabhi socho tum itnay ghatia aur ganday aadmi kyon ho (sic)."

Javed Akhtar, known for his outspoken nature, recently found himself defending his praise for Virat Kohli after a social media user made communal remarks on his post. Akhtar, who had previously celebrated India's victory over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, took to X (formerly Twitter) to congratulate Kohli for his century following Team India's win. However, this seemingly innocuous gesture sparked an unwelcome response from a user who injected divisive commentary into the conversation. Akhtar, known for his strong stance against bigotry, swiftly condemned the remarks, highlighting the importance of celebrating sporting achievements without resorting to communalism.

He wrote, “Virat Kohli, zindabad (long live)!!! We all are so so so proud of you !!!" To this, a troll wrote, " “Javed. Babar ka baap Kohli hai (Kohli is Babar’s father). Bolo (say), Jai Shree Ram." Javed reacted, “Maen to sirf yeh kahoonga ke tum eik neech insaan ho aur neech hi marogay. Tum kya jano desh prem kya hota hai (sic)."