In a recent turn of events, former Pakistani cricketer Abdul Razzaq has issued a public apology to Bollywood actress Aishwarya Rai, citing a ‘slip of the tongue’ as the cause behind his controversial statement. In a video message, Razzaq expressed regret for unintentionally using Aishwarya Rai’s name during a discussion on cricket and coaching.
Razzaq clarified that his intention was to provide a cricket-related example, but due to a mistake, Aishwarya Rai’s name was used. He emphasized that it was not intentional and offered a sincere apology to the actress for any unintended offense caused.
The cricketer’s controversial statement occurred during a media address about Pakistani cricket, where he remarked, “If one marries Aishwarya with the intention of having pious kids, it is not possible.” The casual delivery of the statement prompted laughter from others, including cricket legend Shahid Afridi.
Afridi, distancing himself from Razzaq’s comments, condemned the inappropriate nature of the remarks and urged Razzaq to issue an apology. Subsequently, Abdul Razzaq promptly released a video expressing remorse for his inadvertent error.
The incident drew criticism from Aishwarya Rai’s global fanbase, who took to social media to express their discontent. The video clip of Razzaq’s controversial statement circulated widely, accompanied by condemnatory captions, with demands for a formal apology.
This public apology comes as a response to the public backlash and serves as a reminder of the importance of choosing words carefully in public discourse, especially when discussing sensitive topics.
