/> Shabana arrived in London on 27 May and through TV got to hear about the blocking of Fanaa in Gujarat by BJP activists.

Shabana is shocked. "The attack on Aamir Khan must be condemned in the strongest words possible because it is completely unjustified. Vested interests have been attempting to turn his remarks for the rehabilitation of project affected people in the Narmada dam into remarks against Gujarat.

Aamir has only said what the Supreme Court has said. It is insane to ask him to apologise for his remarks that have been twisted out of context on the basis of canard and innuendo.

I am very proud of what Aamir has done – joined issue in giving voice to the voiceless. Any attempts to harm him and intimidate him will only make his resolve stronger to fight for social justice. The film industry needs to stand solidly behind Aamir Khan and recognise that it is crucial to express solidarity with him. Today it is Aamir, tomorrow it can be XYZ."

It's not that Shabana has any issues on people protesting against Aamir. "In a democracy the right to protest is an intrinsic freedom. If people wish to demonstrate against Aamir Khan by holding placards outside the theatre showing Fanaa it is acceptable.

However threats of violence should be dealt with firmly by the State and firm measures should be taken to maintain law and order. It is the State's business to ensure that those citizens who wish to see the film should have the freedom to do so.

No political party has the right to jeopardise a film that has been duly cleared by the central board of film certification".