Article ‘War hysteria may take its toll on cinema’ (Dec 23) quoted that
the Federal Ministry of Culture is considering the ban on screening of
Indian movies in Pakistani cinemas.
Keeping in mind the worsening political conditions between the two
countries, I fully second this view. When India has no respect for our
national sanctity, we should take a stand and cut our ties with them at
every level possible: be it politics, media or sports. If they can do it
why can’t we? (Read ‘Shiv Sena burn Pakistani music Taliban-style’ in
December 24th’s issue).
We are an independent nation, with our own culture and heritage.
Besides, why inflate their bank accounts by supporting their
entertainment industry when all this money will in turn only be used
against us. In banning the screening of Indian movies in Pakistani
cinemas, the channels on cable television should also be banned. The
flow of funds should be blocked across borders.
Let them know we are a patriotic nation, we can survive on our own, and
when mishandled we can move the world. The nation’s patriots request the
Minister of Culture to take action.
HANIA HANIF
Karachi
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