A Gentle Soul Remembering SSR

Why I assassinated Gandhi – Nathuram Godse

Recently I read this book, not that I am politically inclined but ever since I had little bit of knowledge of political scenarios, I have witness that though Gandhiji is referred as Father of Nation however, he is widely hated person in our country. Some section of people also appreciate as to what Nathuram did, so I thought of atleast having a understanding of events that unfolded on the fateful day of 30th January 1948.

However, before I begin I must acknowledge that I do not have iota of political views. I never indulge in political understanding, firstly as I do not have much knowledge about it and secondly no interest in politics as I hate it. Hence, my views here are completely on my own understanding and set of principles I believe in.

Firstly, the hatred all started when after the partition Government decided not to pay 55 crores to Pakistan till the Kashmir issue was resolved under the guidance of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. Gandhiji protested that by this they are going against his principle of Ahimsa and said that he will go for fasting. Finally, Indian Government decided to give in to Gandhiji’s demands. But, still after this also Pakistan’s heart did not melt. Gandhiji was moreover seen as pro Muslim and anti Hindu. When the news article was printed in “The Teleprinter” about Gandhijis fast on 12th Aug 1948. It was then that it was decided that Gandhiji should be assassinated so that pressure on govt shouldn’t be imposed.

So, basically the immediate reason of killing Gandhiji was his fasting to put pressure on Government to give 55 crores. As far as my understanding is concerned related to book, it seems it is moreover protecting Hinduism to certain exten. Nathuram comes across as a flag bearer of Hinduism.

I am not a political person, neither do I have wise knowledge about it to comment. There is nothing right or wrong. However, I believe Humanity is above all politics and religion. Even if as per Nathuram, Gandhiji’s policies were pro Muslims and anti Hindus, was Gandhiji harming any individual. And moreover, if such hatred arises for a person, then the person should be there physically to tell the reasons behind any kind of event. After killing someone, justifying the act stating that it was done in the national interest of the country, seems funny and irrelevant to me.

While reading the book, I could sense that Nathuram was no doubt a very intelligent man but with limitations and conservatism in his mannerisms. And whether people will believe or not, he too was manipulative as he mentioned the same for Gandhiji. Lastly, I can say that killing is not a solution for anything. Recently while discussing this book my father funnily remarked “You are today saying all this, that time in those situations you might have also done the same”, to which very calmly I replied “No, I feel angry on lot many people, but I never feel like going and shooting them’.

Well, all I can say is destroying a life is never and can never be justified.

Love

Tripts…

Bollywood – An Opium For Masses

Off lately I have been following up Sushant Singh Rajput’s case a lot. There had been lot many high profile cases in the past but nothing really affected me, may be because I knew this is a brutal world and whether we like it or not we all are a part of it. So there was a sense of acceptance “Sab chalta hai, yahan aisa hi hota hai”. However, with SSR case I got deeply involved whether intentionally or unintentionally. Every day watching news and going in deep analysis about how things unfolded made me wonder what circus is this. And now this incident has become an integral part of my life till the time I am alive. And I must confess that I have been deeply impacted with the death of this person we lovingly call Sushi.

I have been an avid follower and ardent fan of Bollywood, ever since I was born. Infact as a child I wanted to be an actress. I also use to dislike when my brother commented on actresses that they do all sort of shitty stuff to get into films as he never approved the glamour industry as a profession. I use to fight that how can you say such thing, they must have worked really hard. I even use to read all film magazines like Stardust, Filmfare, Cineblitz etc.etc. more than the books in my course. Films use to run in my blood. Infact my brother use to joke if you need any information like who is dating whom ask Tripti she is film encyclopaedia. So much I loved movies.

However, things have taken a drastic turn for me. And I have never in my life imagined that my perception for film industry will ever change or I would get influenced so much that I would start hating it to the core. And this is completely my opinion, I do not want to get into any debate or influence anyone with my thoughts. I will still not say that Film Indstry is bad and nepotistic because that every industry is. You will have to learn to survive. But what is making me sad and depressed day by day is the hypocrisy and self centerdness of people all over in this industry.

A person dies and you stay quiet. When the death of Sushant happened all of you actors out there posted condolence messages all over the social sites, but no one bothered to meet his family or attend his funeral. Alright for this I would give you all benefit of doubt for the pandemic going on. But, not a word for the actor. What is the point of making movies on social causes and also speaking up on various platforms about mental health and giving motivational speeches. All that was fake and I was unnecessarily getting impressed by these people, so called “Heroes” and “Heroines”.

It pains me to know that a person was really cornered when he was alive. Now, people can say, it’s just media that is portraying Bollywood in bad light, don’t trust them. But it’s not just media, I have seen his interviews, posts on social media, it reflected his state of mind. And moreover it was evident, that he was disliked or cornered, only he could have answered why but unfortunately he is gone. I am not going as per word of mouth but I have done my own detailed analysis by watching his no. of interviews, videos and conclusion that I drew was that he was a simpleton, naive guy who tried to may be put a street smart face on him which he wasn’t, he didn’t knew how to manipulate, or be in good books. Maintain terms socially or select wise people for him. He was highly emotional and wanted everyone’s validation. He wanted that everyone should like him, praise him, people shouldn’t say bad about him, he use to get affected by people a lot. That was his biggest problem and may be that was one of the reasons that took his life. I will not get into debate whether he was murdered or he committed suicide, because we don’t know and will never know what really happened on fateful 14th afternoon. And I am pretty sure the case would be closed in a month or two without any conclusion and people will move on with their lives, the same people who are shouting justice for Sushant and Boycott Bollywood.

Fact is no one really cares how you feel, humanity is dead. Big powerful people are involved, everyone knows but still nothing will happen. Bollywood is keeping quiet, why, he was also a talented actor, one amongst you and still you don’t feel a thing for him. You don’t raise questions, Why??? Mahesh Bhatt talks like a big gyan guru in various interviews but his words does not match his actions. My favourite Amitabh Bachchan talks a lot about the teachings his “Babuji” gave him but mum on SSR death, Deepika Padukone still post about depression and how to overcome but not a word on how this young guy who is dead now must have felt when he was alive. My all time fav, my hero, Amir Khan doesn’t care, he will make shows like “Satyamev Jayte” but when the time is for real Satya there is no Satya from him at all. And most importantly King Khan who has always impressed me not because of his acting but his motivational speeches and inspiring stories in various colleges, he will post just condolence message on his demise and that’s it. And the list goes on.

It makes me really pathetic how everyone in Bollywood is silent and don’t want to comment. Forget about death, when he was alive that time also they were least bothered. It makes me wonder what world are we living in where someone else’s misery does not shake us. Everytime I see his video or movie or news on T.V, tears roll down automatically, even if I don’t want to cry. I simply want to put myself off from this industry. Yes ofcourse I would like to confess here that I am a media person so for my livelyhood I might be connected to this industry somehow but that would be strictly professional now and no emotions attached, yes that’s wierd that a person like me is saying this who is overtly emotional. But the truth now is, their misery will not move me because now I know they all are fake, meaningless individual. Their existence is a shame to humanity.

I hereby makes a promise to myself no more Bollywood. No movies, award shows, T.V shows etc. etc. I know I am a petite creature on this planet so no one really cares and I am not doing this to bring any change because the fact is nothing will change ever. So, I can do my bit. I cannot fake anymore. Miss you Sushant, you are at a happy place now. This world does not deserve you.

Folks be nice and wise to all!!!

Please don’t let humanity die in us…

Love and only Love.

Tripts ❤️