Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has landed in the middle of a social media storm after briefly commenting on the India-Pakistan ceasefire announced on Saturday evening by U.S. President Donald Trump. The actor, who had remained silent during India’s military response — Operation Sindoor — to the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, broke his silence with a short tweet: “Thank God for the ceasefire.”
The post, shared soon after the ceasefire announcement, drew immediate backlash from netizens who criticized the actor for his timing and perceived insensitivity. The tweet was deleted shortly after being posted, but not before screenshots circulated widely, prompting heated debates online.
Over the past few days, several Bollywood figures have actively expressed solidarity with the Indian Armed Forces and condemned the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Operation Sindoorwas widely praised by citizens and celebrities alike. However, Khan refrained from commenting publicly—until his ceasefire post, which many saw as a misstep.
Critics accused the actor of ignoring the sacrifices made by Indian soldiers, choosing instead to comment only when a truce was declared. His silence during the height of India’s military operation and his sudden acknowledgment after the ceasefire was seen as out of touch and disrespectful by many on social media.
The actor has not issued a statement or clarification following the deletion of the tweet, further fueling online criticism and reigniting discussions about the role of public figures during times of national crisis.
