“Terrorist and Pakistani”: Urmila Matondkar Opens Up About Marrying Mohsin Akhtar!

Actress Urmila Matondkar and her husband Mohsin Akhtar have been in the spotlight, not only for their inter-faith marriage but also for the backlash that followed. The couple, who married in 2016, has faced social media hate, particularly directed towards Mohsin, for being a Kashmiri Muslim.

Speaking about the backlash, Urmila revealed that Mohsin Akhtar received hateful comments online, where people called him a terrorist and a Pakistani. She expressed her frustration, stating, "He was called a terrorist, a Pakistani. To top it all, my husband is not just any Muslim, but a Kashmiri Muslim. It gave them a bigger platform to troll me."

The hate towards the couple began shortly after their wedding in 2016 and continued through the years. The actress brought up these issues in past interviews, describing the ongoing trolling on social media.

Social Media Backlash

Urmila and Mohsin faced heavy criticism on social media platforms, where users not only trolled them for their inter-faith marriage but also altered Urmila’s Wikipedia page. She mentioned, "There’s a limit to where it should go. They even altered my Wikipedia page. It was beyond belief."

The couple's inter-faith marriage sparked negative reactions, with online trolls targeting them due to their differing religious backgrounds. Despite both Urmila and Mohsin following their respective faiths privately, the public criticism highlighted ongoing biases faced by couples in inter-faith marriages.

Urmila and Mohsin’s Relationship on Social Media

Urmila last posted a photo with Mohsin in June 2023 during Eid. However, in the past year, the couple has refrained from sharing photos or content together, fueling speculation about their relationship. According to sources, Urmila filed for divorce four months ago in Bandra Family Court, and it is reported that the separation may not be mutual. The challenges faced by Urmila Matondkar and Mohsin Akhtar following their marriage shed light on the struggles of public figures dealing with societal prejudices. Urmila’s candid reflections on the hate they received provide a glimpse into the emotional toll it took on their relationship. As the couple now navigates their personal challenges, their story resonates with many who face similar hurdles in inter-faith marriages.