DNA Decodes: How Salman Khan’s One Statement Became Pakistan’s Diwali Nightmare – Balochistani Freedom Fighters Celebrate, Islamabad Fumes | India News
Salman Khan usually becomes the center of attention during Eid when his films release. But this time Diwali is making headlines. If you are wondering whether his movie is releasing on Diwali or not, that is not the case. It is being discussed on Diwali because Bajrangi Bhaijaan caused controversy in Pakistan with one of its statements. What is the explanation that turns Diwali into Salman’s fight against Pakistan?
Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan met at the Joy Forum 2025 event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; A surprise that created mayhem for fans in Islamabad. While discussing the situation of Indian films in Saudi Arabia, Salman Khan made statements about Baluchistan, which divided Pakistan, on social media. Half of Pakistan stood with Salman Khan while the other half opposed him and this half represents Balochistan. Here is the statement that angered Pakistan.
Salman Khan’s Statement:
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“If any Indian film is released in Saudi Arabia today, it will be a super hit. Not only this, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films are also doing great business here because people from many countries live and work here. Many people from our country have come here. People from Balochistan, people from Afghanistan, people from Pakistan all work here.”
The Bollywood star, who is known for delivering powerful dialogues on the big screen, appears to have performed verbal surgery on Pakistan. He mentioned Balochistan in a way that implied that he was treating it as an independent entity. This statement struck a nerve in Pakistan.
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Pakistan’s Most Sensitive Issue
Salman Khan touched on Pakistan’s most sensitive issue. Anti-Pakistan sentiments are on the rise in Balochistan, where Baloch warriors are fighting for independence from Pakistan.
Pakistanis reacted strongly to Salman Khan’s Balochistan statement. Fed up with the ongoing attacks by Baloch fighters on the ground, Pakistanis expressed their anger against Salman Khan on social media. Reactions were intense; Many people overstepped the mark in their criticism. Pakistani social media users argued that Salman did not understand the situation of Balochistan and should stay away from such sensitive issues.
Baloch Citizens Rally Behind Salman
However, Baloch citizens had different reactions to the debate. Salman Khan receives much more support from Baloch citizens than criticism from Pakistanis. In posts supporting Salman, the people of Balochistan stated that even prominent figures such as Salman Khan now accept that Baloch identity is different from Pakistan and Balochistan can become a separate nation. Many Baloch citizens thanked Salman and expressed hope that their region would soon be free from what they called Munir’s army and Pakistan’s political establishment.
Social Media Divide:
- On the one hand, criticism of Pakistan
- On the other hand, the support of Baloch citizens
Salman’s statement sparked divisions of opinion on social media, with frustrated Pakistanis on one side and Baloch citizens fighting on the ground against the Pakistani establishment on the other.
Understanding the Balochistan Conflict
The region has witnessed more than 500 attacks targeting the Pakistan Army since January. More than 150 Pakistani soldiers were killed in these attacks.
Basic Facts About Balochistan:
- Largest province of Pakistan by area
- Covers 46% of Pakistan’s territory
- It is home to only 6% of Pakistan’s population
- It is rich in minerals such as barite, zinc, chromite, copper and gold.
Conflict centers around these mineral resources. Baloch activists accuse the Pakistani army of exploiting the region’s wealth while suppressing local populations. Baloch fighters continue their resistance against what they describe as military oppression. This ongoing tension explains why Pakistanis reacted so strongly to Salman Khan’s statement on Balochistan.
Salman Khan once made a famous dialogue: “I came from the heart, not from understanding.” Given the heated reactions, it is clear that understanding this debate requires more than superficial analysis.
