01 April 2023, Mumbai: Gauahar Khan expressed her disagreement with Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber’s comments on fasting during Ramadan in a candid manner on her Instagram Stories. During an online interview, the celebrity couple appeared to make light of the practice of fasting, with Justin even suggesting that it can be harmful to the body by depriving it of necessary nutrition. Gauahar’s response to their comments was direct, as she called them out for their lack of education on the topic and suggested that they should learn more about the cultural significance of fasting before making such statements. It’s important to be respectful of all cultures and religions, and to avoid making light of practices that hold deep meaning for many people.
Gauahar Khan, who is currently pregnant, expressed her disappointment with Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber for making an insensitive remark about fasting during Ramadan. In a video interview shared by the Instagram page Hijab Modern, the celebrity couple discussed their views on fasting, with Justin stating that he has never done it and questioning the idea of depriving the body of necessary nutrition. Hailey also expressed her confusion about the concept of fasting and suggested that she would rather fast from things like television or sugar rather than food. At the end of the interview, Hailey made a comment that Gauahar took issue with, in which she called fasting off food “stupid” and suggested that the couple did not understand the practice. Gauahar took to her Instagram Stories to call out Justin and Hailey for their lack of knowledge about fasting and urged them to educate themselves before making such insensitive comments.
On her Instagram Stories, Gauahar Khan shared the video of Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber’s interview in which they made comments about fasting during Ramadan. Gauahar expressed her disappointment in the couple’s lack of knowledge about the practice and the health benefits that come with it. She called them “dumb” for making such uninformed comments and suggested that they should educate themselves on the subject before speaking about it. Gauahar acknowledged that everyone is entitled to their own opinions, but urged people to be responsible and informed when sharing their views.
Gauahar Khan and her husband Zaid Darbar are continuing their tradition of observing Ramadan. The actor frequently shares updates on her fasting journey on her Instagram Stories. In a recent post, Gauahar shared an adorable video of how they eagerly wait all day for the moment to break their fast with delicious food. Responding to a question about whether pregnant women can fast during Ramadan, Gauahar clarified that they, along with sick individuals and travellers, are exempt from fasting. She encouraged people to instead feed the needy during the holy month, saying “Subhan Allah.”