SENSEX
NIFTY
GOLD
USD/INR

Weather

image 38    C

Gossip News

The Times of India

Gossip / The Times of India

details

When Salim Khan drew the line between being straightforward and offensive

In a thoughtful reflection, veteran screenwriter Salim Khan addressed the nuanced boundary between candor and rudeness. He argued that hurting others with words cannot be considered true honesty, suggesting that sometimes, saying nothing is preferable to causing hurt. Celebrated for his remarkable impact on Indian cinema in the 1970s, Khan's notable works include the classic Sholay.

12 Jul 2026 2:08 pm