Raza Murad Breaks Silence on Viral Drinking Video with Kiran Kumar During Ramadan
Veteran actor Raza Murad has responded to the backlash over a viral video that shows him drinking with his close friend and fellow actor Kiran Kumar during Ramadan.
Veteran actor Raza Murad has responded to the backlash over a viral video that shows him drinking with his close friend and fellow actor Kiran Kumar during Ramadan. The video has been widely shared on social media, drawing criticism from many who assumed that the actors were consuming alcohol during the holy month of fasting.
Raza Murad Clarifies the Viral Video
On Tuesday, Raza Murad issued a statement clarifying that the video in question was actually a scene from an upcoming film. He explained that the clip was shot a few days ago in Chhatarpur, Delhi, and was part of a sequence where his character’s birthday was being celebrated. He also emphasized that it was not his real birthday, which falls in November.
Kiran Kumar, who also appeared in the video, echoed the clarification and stated that the clip had been misinterpreted.
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Kiran Kumar’s Statement on the Viral Clip
Kiran Kumar shared the video on his official Instagram handle and included a caption emphasizing his deep friendship with Raza Murad. He wrote: "The older the friends, the more solid the friendship. Sometimes, when you are working with your friends, the difference between reel and real disappears."
In a follow-up statement, Raza Murad furher explained and wrote in Hindi: "Please, please, please do not think that this is a liquor or birthday party. This is a clipping from the shooting of an under-production film, which was shot a few days ago in Chhatarpur, Delhi. This is a scene from the film where my birthday is being celebrated in the storyline." He added: "Many people are wrongly assuming that a liquor party was taking place. My actual birthday falls in November, but this is the month of March. Without verifying the facts, some are accusing us of drinking openly during Ramadan, which is absolutely incorrect. This was simply a scene from a film shoot and nothing else."
Who Are Raza Murad and Kiran Kumar?
Raza Murad
Raza Murad is a veteran Bollywood actor known for his powerful screen presence, baritone voice, and impactful performances. With a career spanning several decades, he has been part of numerous Bollywood classics and continues to be a respected name in the industry.
Kiran Kumar
Kiran Kumar is an equally iconic actor who has worked across theatre, Hindi films, Bhojpuri cinema, and Gujarati TV and film productions. He is the son of veteran actor Jeevan, known for playing legendary villainous roles in Bollywood. Over the years, Kiran Kumar has carved a niche for himself with memorable performances across various entertainment platforms.
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