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Abdul Razzaq Issues Public Apology to Aishwarya Rai for Derogatory Remarks

Former cricketer Abdul Razzaq found himself under public scrutiny for making derogatory remarks about Bollywood icon Aishwarya Rai during a panel discussion. Following the immense backlash, Abdul Razzaq issues a public apology by taking responsibility for his words, issuing a public apology, and categorizing the incident as a regrettable “slip of the tongue.”

Abdul Razzaq Issues Public Apology; Acknowledges Mistake

In response to the controversy sparked by his inappropriate comments, Abdul Razzaq shared a video message expressing remorse for his choice of words. He admitted that his intention was not to hurt anyone’s sentiments but acknowledged the severity of his mistake. Razzaq’s apology was clear and direct, with a heartfelt plea for forgiveness. He clarified that the mention of Aishwarya Rai’s name in the context of his analogy was a genuine error and not reflective of his true intentions.

We were talking about cricket yesterday, and I meant to give a different example, but Aishwarya’s name slipped out of my mouth. I’m sorry ? #AishwaryaRai #AbdulRazzaq pic.twitter.com/LKp2uFNxXm

— Abdul Razzaq (@AbdulRazzaq_PAK) November 14, 2023

Reactions from the Cricketing Community and Beyond

Abdul Razzaq’s comments drew widespread criticism, not only from the public but also from fellow cricketers and public figures. The panel, including Shahid Afridi and Umar Gul, faced censure for their apparent amusement during Razzaq’s inappropriate remarks. Former cricketer Mohammad Yousaf and Shoaib Akhtar were among those condemning the comments, with Yousaf explicitly calling for an apology. Indian MP Priyanka Chaturvedi also weighed in, highlighting Aishwarya Rai’s resilience in the face of such remarks.